Books Central Publishing

Writing a book is an achievement. Publishing it professionally is an entirely different journey. The Books Central Publishing series helps authors navigate that journey with practical guidance, clear explanations and the confidence to make informed decisions.
Created by Steve Barker, author of more than 30 published books, this educational series takes the confusion out of independent publishing. Whether you're preparing your first manuscript or expanding your catalogue, these guides explain the essential steps involved in transforming your writing into professionally published editions.
Discover how to assess and edit manuscripts, create compelling book covers, understand copyright and ISBNs, format eBooks and paperbacks, produce audiobooks, and prepare your work for international distribution. Explore Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark, pricing strategies, author royalties, metadata, keywords and categories.
Each guide combines straightforward explanations with practical advice, checklists and useful resources, helping authors avoid costly mistakes, understand their options and maintain control throughout the publishing process.
Designed for aspiring writers, self-published authors and independent publishers, the series provides valuable knowledge without overwhelming readers with unnecessary jargon.
Professional publishing shouldn't be confusing, unnecessarily expensive or beyond your control.
Whether you choose to publish independently or work with publishing professionals, these guides help you understand what needs doing, why it matters and how to make decisions that protect your book and your interests.
Books Central Publishing — Publish Your Book. Keep More of What You Earn.