eBook Formatting

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What is eBook formatting?

eBook formatting is a standard design process that turns your eBook’s text and images into an attractive layout for readers to enjoy. Every writer must go through this step before they publish an eBook. It’s similar to printed book interior design and formatting, but unlike print book services, it focuses solely on your book in the digital space. Standard formatting for eBooks (ePub and .mobi) feature a dynamic, re-flowable layout for text and images to make sure your eBook looks great when viewed on every size and shape eReader, mobile device and tablet.

Today's readers hold their eBooks to the same standards as printed books, making it more important than ever to showcase professionalism with your digital book design that translates across any popular mobile device or eReader, like the Kindle, Nook, or iPad.

BookBaby's expert designers will help you deliver the best possible reading experience with a custom format complete with an inviting page hierarchy and clear typeface designed to keep your readers engaged.

How does it work?

Professional formatting is an essential part of any eBook design. When mastering the process of how to create an eBook, it is an important step to consider for optimal user experience for readers. A clear hierarchy and readable typeface helps create a layout that is inviting to your reader. After you've selected your design options and saved your quote, you’ll be asked to complete a short design questionnaire. It will give you the opportunity to share your ideas about the mood of your eBook or the style of your pages.

Every section you include in your manuscript (foreword, dedication, chapters, etc.) will be custom formatted to create a polished eBook layout. You will also have an opportunity to upload images of your own for us to work with. Our designers will combine your input with their years of expertise to create a custom-designed book that readers will dive into. We will then send you an EPUB proof of your eBook for your approval.

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Why BookBaby is your best choice for eBook formatting services

We make taking your journey from writer to author as easy as possible with everything you need to make the eBook of your dreams:

Our professionals will format your digital document in the highest quality so that it’s enjoyable on the Amazon Kindle, Apple iPad, Barnes & Noble Nook, and every popular eBook reader (like smartphones and tablets) around the globe.
We are the only eBook self-publishing company that sends you a finished ePub formatting proof of your eBook for you to review and approve.
Our book designers don't use templates to design your eBook. Each eBook is custom-made by one of our professional designers right here in our New Jersey facility.
Our expert eBook designers will examine your uploaded manuscript to create a custom layout that matches the theme and message of your eBook.
Font families, title page setup, front matter, chapter headers, and more, will be carefully selected by our book designers to give your manuscript an aesthetically pleasing style and performance that readers expect from professionally published eBooks.
We stand behind our work with the book publishing industry’s only 100% quality guarantee.

IMPORTANT: Interior eBook design and formatting does not include editorial services and is strictly a design service. BookBaby does offer stand alone editing services. You should upload your fully-edited and final text. Non-design related text edits after uploading will incur additional cost.

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BookBaby's conversion process is, quite simply, the best in the business - and I’ve tried them all. The customer service and support is also wonderfully thorough, friendly, and clear - they’ve handled all issues and questions to my complete satisfaction. There are no surprises with BookBaby, no hidden costs, no upselling pressures - just professional and complete service at an amazingly affordable price. I’ve been very, very pleased with the entire experience, and look forward to using them with my next book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is formatting for eBooks?

An eBook formatting service takes the content of your book and converts it to meet the standard for an eBook format. This includes formatting for digital eBook platforms like Apple Books, Amazon Kindle, and more.

What book genres do you format?

We format for many genres. This includes non-fiction formatting, fiction formatting, and more.

What elements should be included on the front page of a book?

The author name, book title with proper font size, and imagery. The appropriate imagery varies based on whether it is a fiction book, non-fiction book, or a children's book to name a few.