Publish a self-help book with BookBaby

Enlighten your readers when you self publish a book that inspires their personal development

Why choose BookBaby for self help book publishing?

100% Guaranteed

We stand by our work and we're serious about making you happy. You'll be satisfied with the quality of your books and the design of your book cover. If by chance you're not happy, we'll work with you until you're completely satisfied.

Premium quality

Our printing quality is comparable to (or better than) Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, and others. It's all thanks to our state-of-the art facility, innovative technology, top-grade paper, and meticulous attention to detail.

Support for a lifetime

BookBaby supports your book for a lifetime. We'll ensure that you receive dedicated guidance on publishing, distribution, marketing, and selling your books. We're invested in your immediate and future success.

Dreams become reality

Choosing BookBaby means choosing the best self publishing experience possible. We won't just create your book — we'll distribute it everywhere so others can read it, too. Everything you need to make your dream possible is right here.

Talk to a Publishing Specialist

Diving into self publishing can be daunting.
That's why authors need a trusted publishing partner.

I chose BookBaby as my self-publishing partner because I love how their services are à la carte; it fit my needs perfectly. I used BookBaby for my cover and interior design, as well as printing and distribution for the both paperback and eBook versions of my three-book series. They exceeded my expectations with their quality of work. They met every deadline as promised. I'm impressed with how quickly and effectively they responded when I had one-off questions. I was new to the self-publishing world. They always treated me like a professional author, but at the same time explained things in an easy-to-understand manner. I would highly recommend Bookbaby to any author, whether you're just starting out or have been doing it forever.

Stacy Ryan
Author, 140.6 sMiles

When you have questions about creating your book, our experienced Publishing Specialists are here to answer them — before, during, and after the project is completed

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There's a better way to self publish your self help book

Whatever your expertise, you have the knowledge to make a positive impact on others' lives. Publishing your own self help book is one of the best ways to effectively deliver your message, establish yourself as a credible expert, and propel your career to the next level. Instead of working with a traditional publisher, you can self publish a self help book and enjoy a win-win: You'll guide others on their paths to self-improvement while retaining full creative control of your work.

From relationship advice to tips on bringing mindfulness into your everyday life, a self help book introduces readers to new perspectives, so why not entice them with a captivating book cover? Count on the self help book cover design and formatting services at BookBaby. Our professional custom book cover designers will create an eye-catching cover that encourages readers to pursue personal development. Self help gurus know that what's inside matters just as much as what's on the outside, and the same can be said for interior book formatting. Our interior book formatting experts will enhance the readability of your self help book and help increase the engagement of your audience.

If you need help editing your self help book, count on our professional editors to make sure your message is clear — whether it's an inspiring health and wellness journey, a guide to career success, or a book of tips for overcoming adversity. And with BookBaby's Print On Demand global distribution services, your self help book will be sold on Amazon, allowing you to make a difference worldwide.

You deserve to team up with the best self help book publishers, and everything you need is right here at BookBaby. As one of the top publishers of self help books, we'll guide you through every step of the process, and our Publishing Specialists will support your book for a lifetime.

1. Get your book polished and ready for publishing

Professional editing

Inspiring personal growth requires a fine-tuned approach to make sure no detail is missed. We'll pair you with a professional book editor who specializes in editing self help titles.

Interior formatting for eBooks

Broaden the impact of your message by ensuring that your eBook can be enjoyed on any eReader. Our experts are here to perfectly format your eBook.

Book cover design

Spark your readers' interests with an attention-grabbing book cover. Our professional book cover designers will ensure that your book makes a great first impression.

Metadata optimization

Introduce your self help book to the world through its metadata. Our metadata optimization experts will create compelling book listings to boost your visibility in the marketplace.

Interior formatting for printed books

A book's readability keeps readers engaged, so you'll want to work with an interior book formatting expert to make your self help book the best it can be. Every page matters.

2. Make your book available in every format

Printed books

From softcover books for tranquil beach reading to hardcover books for connecting with your audience at a book signing, your self help book will be perfectly printed. With our professional book printing services, you can select from our extensive range of trim sizes and paper stocks.

Audiobook recording

Sometimes the most impactful message is heard — not read. You can turn your self help book into an audiobook and truly speak to your readers (or we can provide a voice actor to do all the talking).

eBook conversion

If you want to turn your self help book into an eBook, it can't happen without proper eBook conversion. Rely on our digital book producers to create an eBook that's readable on all eReaders.

3. Sell your book in stores and market your book worldwide

Where your book actually sells

Your book doesn't need to be "everywhere." It needs to be where readers actually buy. With BookBaby, that means three powerful channels working together:

Amazon for print — Where the majority of printed books are discovered and purchased
Wide ebook distribution — Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Vearsa, and more
BookBaby Bookshop — Your own direct-to-reader store where you keep the most money

Amazon gives you reach for print:

eBook retailers give you global digital access
BookBaby Bookshop gives you ownership, customer data, and higher margins
You're not chasing every store — you're focused on the ones that actually move indie books

Marketing & advertising

Maximize your reach when you promote your self help book through digital advertising, social media, and more. We'll help target new readers who are interested in personal growth.

Direct-to-reader sales

The BookBaby Bookshop is the best way to sell your self help book directly to readers. You'll earn the industry's highest royalty rates, get paid weekly, and easily track sales.