Global Reader Reach
Give readers more ways to find and order your book.
A 120-day distribution and visibility program connecting publishing metadata, retail access, reader review campaigns, and professional press assets.
Does book distribution guarantee bookstore or library placement?
No. Distribution supports a book’s availability through the selected ordering channels. Retailers and libraries decide what to buy, stock, or feature. IME’s Global Reader Reach program connects metadata and channel preparation with defined reader outreach and visibility assets. The program provides the agreed work, not guaranteed purchases, reviews, awards, or shelf placement.
Your book. More routes to readers.
A reader needs a way to order your book. A bookseller needs reliable edition information. An interviewer needs a relevant reason to talk with you. IME Publishing Group™ connects those needs through distribution preparation, reader outreach, and approved author assets.
These are provider-wide network figures, checked November 2026. They are not IME client results, a list of placements, or a forecast of buyers. Individual availability depends on format, rights, territory, account eligibility, and buyer selection. The networks overlap and should not be added together.
01Retail ordering, prepared properly.
Give booksellers a clear route to your print edition.
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Review print files, ISBNs, metadata, pricing, wholesale terms, and the selected IngramSpark route. Availability for ordering differs from a shop choosing to carry stock.
02Library access, assessed by format.
Consider institutional readers alongside retail buyers.
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Review eligible ebook routes to OverDrive through an appropriate distributor. Library buyers select titles for their own collections. Rights, file requirements, and the chosen supply route determine eligibility.
03Digital storefronts, coordinated.
Keep edition information consistent across selected stores.
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Assess Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, and Google Play Books. Choose direct accounts or an appropriate aggregator without duplicating delivery. Check existing exclusivity commitments before distributing the ebook widely.
04Reader response and review preparation.
Invite genuine feedback from readers who fit the book.
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Coordinate the program’s advance-reader outreach across three suitable platforms, Goodreads activity, and submissions to Kirkus and Foreword. Editorial review, reader review, and paid promotion serve different purposes. Reviews and favorable ratings are not promised.
05Press preparation and award entries.
Present the book with accurate copy and relevant submissions.
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Prepare the agreed press distribution and newsletter opportunities. Select three to five award entries by genre, publication date, eligibility, and deadline. Examples for assessment include Nautilus, Living Now, IPPY, and Foreword INDIES. Entry does not ensure selection, coverage, or an award.
06An author presence ready for interviews.
Give hosts and editors approved material in one place.
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Complete the program’s press kit, author one-sheet, biography library, and podcast guest landing page. Connect the assets to the book’s subject, reader, and interview topics. Asset preparation does not promise a podcast invitation or media appearance.
16 routes to evaluate for your book.
Retail, supply, reader activity, reviews, and awards have different roles. Your plan selects the relevant routes.
Names identify independent services for evaluation, not IME partnerships, endorsements, or guaranteed distribution. Not every route is used. BookBub promotion and additional services require an agreed scope. Foreword magazine consideration and its paid Clarion review service are separate routes. Review and award organizations retain editorial and judging control.
Agree on the work before the campaign.
Your written IME proposal identifies the editions, channels, submissions, approvals, account responsibilities, and third-party costs. The existing program investment and payment options appear below.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Days 1–30 · Distribution setup
Prepare print and digital listings, author profiles, metadata, categories, and keywords. Review routes through IngramSpark and digital aggregators.
Days 31–60 · Reader response
Coordinate advance-reader outreach across three suitable platforms, Goodreads activity, and submissions to Kirkus and Foreword.
Days 61–90 · Press & awards
Prepare press distribution and newsletter opportunities. Select three to five appropriate award submissions.
Days 91–120 · Author presence
Complete your press kit, author one-sheet, biography library, and podcast guest landing page.
A plan with visible decisions.
Use this sequence to understand the work. The scope and approval points belong in your written proposal.
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Days 1–30
Review edition information, profiles, metadata, and channel setup.
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Days 31–60
Coordinate the selected advance-reader and editorial activities.
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Days 61–90
Prepare the defined press and award submission work.
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Days 91–120
Complete the agreed author presence and press assets.
Service workflow illustration. Stages describe work, not promised sales or performance.
What’s Included
- Print and digital distribution setup
- Retail and library channel eligibility review
- Author profiles and metadata optimization
- Advance-reader campaign and Goodreads planning
- Editorial review and award submissions
- Press kit, author one-sheet, and podcast landing page
Make ordering straightforward. Explain the book clearly.
Readers and professional buyers need consistent information and a suitable ordering route. A listing alone does not create the reason to buy.
Review the basics together: edition details, identifiers, description, categories, pricing decisions, supply route, and author information. Inconsistent listings create uncertainty about which edition is available and whether the book fits the buyer’s needs.
The visibility activities listed in the program serve different purposes. Advance-reader outreach gathers genuine reader response. Editorial submissions seek independent consideration. Press assets help communicate the subject and author. Each requires appropriate targeting, current rules, and a realistic understanding of who makes the final decision.
Paid in full
$5,000 upfront + 5 monthly payments of $2,600. Total: $18,000.
Discuss This Program↗Final scope, payment schedule, and terms confirmed in your written IME proposal.
Optional ongoing management: $1,500/month after the program. Potential channels include Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, Google Play, and library suppliers. Network access means availability to order. Stores, libraries, reviewers, and award organizers make their own decisions.
Decisions worth making early.
| Decision | Why the decision matters |
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| Ordering terms | Review pricing, discounts, returnability, and related costs for the selected route. |
| Edition consistency | Align cover, title, author, format, and description information. |
| Independent decisions | Separate work completed from retailer, library, reviewer, or award acceptance. |
Which starting point sounds like yours?
Open the closest match to review the decisions worth discussing.
01My book is not listed consistently
Start with an edition and metadata audit. Identify missing information, duplicate routes, and the authoritative version of each listing.
02I want bookstore or library attention
Review ordering terms and buyer relevance. Prepare a concise explanation of audience, subject, format, and availability.
03I need review and award preparation
Match the project with suitable submission criteria. Distinguish a submission fee or outreach activity from a favorable outcome.
Bring the material. Clarify the plan.
Use this optional checklist to prepare. Unfinished items are discussion points, not barriers to applying.
Start with your project.
Share your stage, goals, audience, budget range, and release window through the saved application. Continue to the scheduling link after submission.
Discuss Your Project ↗Try Book Profit Planner ↗References behind the practical guidance
IngramSpark title availability ↗Distribution availability and a retailer’s decision to stock a book are different. Retailers make their own stocking decisions.
FTC endorsements and reviews guidance ↗Material connections between brands and endorsers need clear disclosure. Reviews must reflect genuine experiences. Platform rules also apply.
Platform requirements and eligibility change. Confirm the current rules for your selected edition and channel.Frequently Asked Questions
What happens on the strategy call?
We review your idea or manuscript, publishing goals, and starting point. You leave with a clearer view of relevant services and next steps.
How do I choose the right level of support?
Tell us what you have completed and where you need help. We assess the manuscript or existing assets and outline a suitable scope.
What happens before work begins?
Your written proposal identifies deliverables, fees, responsibilities, approvals, and schedule. Review the agreement before authorizing the project.
Are Amazon, Apple Books, or library listings automatic?
No channel should be assumed without checking format, rights, account access, submission requirements, and availability. Confirm which routes are included and who maintains them.
What is an advance-reader campaign?
An advance-reader campaign provides selected readers access to the book and invites genuine feedback or permitted reviews. Participation, review volume, and sentiment are not guaranteed. Follow each platform’s current rules.
Does a review submission include a positive review?
No. A submission purchases or initiates the stated review process where applicable. The reviewer’s decision and evaluation remain independent. Confirm eligibility, fees, deadlines, and permitted use of excerpts.
Distribution access is an opportunity, not a promised result. Network figures describe the overall reach of independent distribution providers, not confirmed placements for your book. IME Publishing Group™ does not guarantee sales, rankings, reviews, awards, retailer orders, or library acquisition. Retailers, libraries, reviewers, and award organizers make their own selection and purchasing decisions. Award entries do not ensure finalist status or a win. Results vary with the book, genre, audience, market conditions, timing, and campaign execution. This page provides general information and does not constitute financial, legal, or business advice.
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