Google Play Books Partner Center
Publish your books on Google Play.
Overview
The Google Play Books Partner Center is the portal for authors and publishers to upload, manage, and sell their digital books globally through the Google Play Store. A key advantage is the discoverability it offers, as published books are indexed in Google Search, potentially reaching a massive audience.
✨ Key Features
- Global distribution to Google Play users in over 75 countries
- Increased discoverability through Google Search integration
- 70% royalty on most sales
- No exclusivity required
- Accepts EPUB and PDF formats
- Ability to offer promotions and schedule price changes
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unparalleled discoverability through integration with Google Search.
- Direct access to the massive global market of Android users.
- Generous 70% royalty rate.
Unique Value: Offers authors the unique ability to make their books discoverable to billions of users through Google Search, tapping into a powerful engine for reader acquisition.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Selling ebooks and audiobooks on the Google Play Store.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Authors who find the interface less intuitive compared to other platforms.
- Authors who prefer not to manage another individual retail platform.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike other retailers that rely on customers visiting their specific store, Google Play Books brings the store to the customer through search results, offering a distinct discovery advantage.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free to create an account and list books. Google takes a percentage of each sale.
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