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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Indie Aisle different from other eBook stores?
Indie Aisle is all about allowing independent writers to publish their own stories. We focus on making the publishing process as simple as possible and giving the author complete control throughout it. People who like to read can discover and read eBooks in a way that's easy and fun and interact with great indie storytellers.
eBook Publishing:
How do I publish my eBook?
Once logged into your account, click on 'Publish'. Add some info about your story and simply upload your ebook files.
What is the royalty amount I receive for my published eBook?
For each eBook downloaded on indieaisle.com, you get 80% of the price that you set.
Do I retain rights to my book by publishing on Indie Aisle?
Of course! It's your story, you can do anything you want with it, we don't want to put up any barriers that prevent you from doing so. In fact, we encourage publishing your story in other venues to get it out to as many potential readers as possible.
How do I get the eBook download widget on my website?
To get the widget for your website, you will need to first upload your story files to Indie Aisle. Once your story has been published, you will see an 'Embed Widget' link on your public story page. Clicking the 'Embed Widget' link gives you options on the format of the widget you want to use. Just click 'Copy' next to the code snippet for it and paste (right click and choose 'Paste') the code snippet in your website editor where you want it to go on your site.
Reading:
How do I read a story on Indie Aisle?
There are two ways to read a story: By purchasing a story and downloading eBook files to use on your e-reading devices; Or by purchasing a story and reading it online using the Indie Aisle Reader which allows you to read across multiple browser-based devices including mobile devices and smartphones.
What file formats can I download eBooks in?
Each story has various eBook formats available for download. While the formats may vary, typically, the formats available are: ePub, Kindle/Mobi and PDF as well as CBR and CBZ files for comics.