Wide distribution & global retail

Your Book in Every Store — Not Just Amazon.

Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, Baker & Taylor, Ingram’s 40,000+ retailer network, and library systems worldwide. We set up and manage your IngramSpark account, format your files to every platform’s specs, and handle metadata — so your book is discoverable everywhere readers shop.

  • 40,000+ retailers, libraries & schools via Ingram’s global network
  • Paperback, hardcover & eBook distributed simultaneously
  • 100% royalty rights — you keep every dollar your book earns
  • Live in every store in 4–6 weeks from manuscript handoff
★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 from 870+ verified author reviews

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Amazon-only means leaving half your readers — and half your royalties — on the table.

Apple Books alone has 800 million credit cards attached to iTunes. Kobo dominates Canada and Europe. Libraries buy through Ingram. Readers who don’t use Amazon still buy books — just not yours, if you’re only on KDP.

Amazon-only publishing

  • KDP Select exclusivity locks you out of every other platform
  • Zero presence in libraries — readers who find you through Overdrive can’t borrow your book
  • No bookstore orders — Ingram won’t stock a KDP-only title
  • Non-US readers pay inflated import prices or can’t order at all
  • Single platform risk — policy changes or account issues kill all revenue overnight
  • Missed school and academic markets that buy in bulk through Ingram

With Hawthorne Publishers

  • IngramSpark setup — 40,000+ retailers, libraries & schools in one account
  • Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Google Play — all activated simultaneously
  • Library distribution via Overdrive, Hoopla & OverDrive — accessible to millions of borrowers
  • Global pricing optimised by country — correct currency, correct VAT, correct price points
  • No exclusivity — keep your Amazon presence and add every other channel on top
  • Live in all stores in 4–6 weeks — files, metadata, pricing all managed for you
40,000+Retailers & libraries in Ingram’s network
850+Books placed in wide distribution
6 wksAverage time to live in all stores
4.9Average author rating

Everything We Handle to Get Your Book
Into Every Store on the Planet.

Wide distribution has a lot of moving parts. Here’s exactly what we manage on every project — so you don’t have to learn any of it.

IngramSpark account setup

Full IngramSpark account creation and configuration — publisher account, title setup, discount structure, and return policy set to maximise bookstore orders.

File preparation for every platform

Print-ready PDFs and EPUB files prepared to IngramSpark, Apple Books, Kobo, and Google Play specs — all formats from a single InDesign source, zero rework per platform.

Global metadata optimisation

Title, subtitle, description, BISAC categories, keywords, and contributor data optimised for discoverability on every platform — not just copied from your Amazon listing.

Global pricing strategy

Pricing set by territory — US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, and ROW — with correct local currency, VAT handling, and competitive positioning for each market.

Library distribution setup

OverDrive, Hoopla, and Bibliotheca distribution configured — so librarians can find, purchase, and lend your book to their patrons in both digital and print formats.

Bookstore trade discount setup

Discount and returns policy configured to the level indie bookstores require to stock your title — the step most self-published authors skip that keeps them off physical shelves.

KDP compatibility maintained

Wide distribution via IngramSpark does not require leaving Amazon. We structure your distribution to run both channels simultaneously — no exclusivity, no lost royalties.

Royalty & sales reporting

Single dashboard walkthrough so you can track sales by platform and territory — IngramSpark royalty reporting explained, payment schedule set up, and first royalty statement reviewed with you.

30-day post-launch support

Thirty days of post-launch support — troubleshooting listings, correcting metadata errors on any platform, and answering retailer questions as they come in after your book goes live.

From single platform to every store — in 4 to 6 weeks.

A clear, five-step process — we handle every technical detail while keeping you informed at each stage.

01

Strategy Call

We review your goals, current distribution setup, and target markets — and agree on the right channel mix, pricing strategy, and timeline before any accounts are created.

02

Account & Title Setup

IngramSpark publisher account created and configured. Title registered, ISBN assigned, discount and returns structure set to bookstore-friendly levels.

03

File & Metadata Prep

Print PDFs, EPUB, and cover files prepared to every platform’s technical specs. Metadata — description, categories, keywords — written and optimised for each store’s search algorithm.

04

Upload & Submission

Files and metadata uploaded to IngramSpark and submitted to all selected retail and library channels. Global pricing set by territory and submitted for approval.

05

Live & Reporting

Your book confirmed live on all channels. Listing URLs provided, royalty reporting walkthrough completed, and 30 days of post-launch support begins.

Wide Distribution
Distribution proof

850+ books placed in wide distribution — from Amazon-only to everywhere.

The authors who earn the most from their books are rarely the ones with the best Amazon rank. They’re the ones who are discoverable everywhere — on the Kobo app a Canadian commuter opens on the train, in the Apple Books chart a UK reader browses on Sunday, on the library catalogue a student searches for a set text. Wide distribution is what makes a book a long-term asset instead of a short-term spike.

  • Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play — all activated in one project
  • Library lending networks (OverDrive, Hoopla) included as standard
  • No exclusivity — your Amazon listing stays fully intact
  • Live in all stores in 4–6 weeks — every file and listing managed for you
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Our Distribution Packages

eBook Wide

Get your Kindle eBook onto Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, and Barnes & Noble simultaneously.

$299one-time setup
  • Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, B&N setup
  • EPUB file prep & validation
  • Metadata optimised per platform
  • Global pricing by territory
  • Library distribution (OverDrive/Hoopla)
  • 30-day post-launch support

Authority Wide

Full distribution plus metadata optimisation, global pricing strategy, and ongoing distribution management.

$999starting from
  • Everything in Print + eBook Wide
  • Amazon + wide distribution coordinated
  • Platform-specific description copywriting
  • 90-day post-launch distribution management
  • Quarterly sales report review
  • Price adjustment strategy by territory

What every distribution project is guaranteed.

Standing commitments on every wide distribution project before we accept your files.

Zero File Rejection

Files submitted to every platform meet their technical specs on first upload. If any platform rejects a file, we fix and resubmit at no charge.

No Exclusivity Required

Wide distribution does not mean leaving Amazon. We structure both channels to run simultaneously — full KDP royalties on one side, Ingram on the other.

100% Royalty Rights

You keep every penny of royalties from every platform. We are paid once for setup — never on your ongoing sales.

4–6 Week Timeline

Your book live in all channels within 4–6 weeks of file handoff. We confirm the timeline before accepting your project and hold to it.

30-Day Post-Launch Support

30 days of post-launch support included — listing errors, metadata corrections, and retailer questions handled without additional charges.

NDA & Confidentiality

Mutual NDA on request. Your manuscript, sales data, and publishing strategy stay fully confidential throughout.

Trusted by business leaders, entrepreneurs & executives

From first-time authors to seasoned CEOs — our clients use their books to build authority, attract clients, and leave a lasting legacy.

I've been running my consulting firm for 14 years and always knew a book would elevate my positioning. Hawthorne made it real. The ghostwriter they matched me with understood my industry from day one. The final manuscript reads exactly like me — sharp, direct, and full of the frameworks I use with clients. Closed two six-figure engagements before the official launch.

I came in with a half-finished manuscript and no clear direction. The developmental editing process was transformative — they helped me restructure the entire argument without losing my voice. The book is now the anchor of my thought leadership strategy and has been picked up by three business podcasts. Worth every dollar.

Hawthorne handled my business memoir from outline to Amazon launch. The project manager kept everything on schedule and the ghostwriter captured 20 years of entrepreneurial lessons in a way that is genuinely engaging. It's already ranking in two categories on KDP and my speaking inquiries have tripled since launch.

As a business coach, credibility is everything. Publishing my book with Hawthorne gave me a tangible asset I can put in front of every prospective client. The team handled the cover, interior layout, ISBN, and KDP submission flawlessly. I didn't have to touch a single technical detail. Professional from start to finish.

My executive team had been suggesting I write a strategy book for years. Hawthorne turned that idea into a polished, published reality in under five months. The ghostwriter conducted thorough interviews, the editor tightened every chapter, and the cover design looked better than books I've seen from major publishers.

I used Hawthorne's book marketing and Amazon Ads service post-launch. The team built a proper campaign strategy, ran the ads, and optimised the metadata. Within six weeks we hit bestseller status in two categories. The visibility it created for my startup brand was unlike anything I'd achieved through traditional PR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to the questions authors ask most about this service.

Wide distribution means publishing your book to all major retail platforms — not just Amazon. This includes Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google Play Books, and library networks like OverDrive and Baker & Taylor. Wide distribution protects your revenue from any single platform's algorithm or policy changes and makes your title available wherever readers shop.

We distribute via IngramSpark (which reaches 40,000+ retailers and libraries worldwide), plus direct uploads to Amazon KDP, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble Press, Kobo Writing Life, and Google Play Books. Scribd and Draft2Digital are included in expanded packages.

KDP Select gives you access to Kindle Unlimited page-read income but requires 90-day Amazon exclusivity. Wide distribution trades that exclusivity for reach across all platforms. Which is better depends on your genre — KDP Select tends to outperform in genre fiction; wide distribution is usually stronger for non-fiction, business, and professional titles.

No. IngramSpark is a distribution aggregator, not a publisher. You retain full copyright and can withdraw your title from distribution at any time with reasonable notice.

Yes. IngramSpark distribution includes Ingram's library channel, which supplies OverDrive, Overdrive Libby, Baker & Taylor, and other library wholesalers. Library availability can meaningfully increase your readership and long-term royalties.

IngramSpark approval typically takes 5–10 business days after file submission. Platform-specific uploads (Apple, Barnes & Noble, Kobo) take 24–72 hours each. We stagger the release dates to ensure simultaneous go-live across all channels.

A 3-minute strategy call is the fastest way to find the right path. No obligation. NDA on request.

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