Draft2Digital vs Publish Drive - What's Better for Authors?

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  • @techguyfun
    @techguyfun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your content and delivery is always on point clear and easy to follow.

  • @beelinebill
    @beelinebill 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent comparison video, Julie! Thank you for the clarifications on why D2D comes out on top.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Happy Friday.

  • @JonStallings
    @JonStallings 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Did not even know this was a needed service. It is interesting to see all the innovation in the self-publish arena.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for being a part of the #noboringbooks community and commenting the day a video is released. You’ve been entered to win our bi-weekly draw for some sweet swag. Our next live stream is happening May 17th at 2pm PST right here at BookLaunchers.TV. Tune in live or catch the replay to find out if you’ve won. See you again soon. :) 

      Also, our next Deep Dive training is on Saturday May 21st and it’s all about pitching yourself to media. We have a special guest expert who will be alongside our Book Marketing Manager so this is going to be a great session to be a part of! Join us by registering here: www.booklaunchers.com/deepdive

  • @TheShaunHayes
    @TheShaunHayes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was an excellent video! I new books got sold in this matter but never how. Thank you for explaining the details and the difference. It only goes to show me one more time why I retained your company to help me through this process.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Shaun! Happy Friday to you. :)

  • @anzaeria
    @anzaeria ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A great comparison. I think I'm being drawn more towards Draft2Digital. Out of curiosity, how would one find out about the specific commissions taken by the various digital platforms that the ebook is being sold through? Additionally, would these platforms also charge a monthly or yearly fee to host your ebook?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Once you create an account on their site you can see all the details.

  • @AutumnAprodithe
    @AutumnAprodithe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To avoid any more stalling on my part I self publish one thriller Novel and take the traditional route for the other thriller Novel.

  • @DaniGreer
    @DaniGreer หลายเดือนก่อน

    How does Publish Drive's new cover generator change the paradigm?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We don't use it - we still have our covers professionally designed

  • @cwood892
    @cwood892 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would be interested in hearing these two verses using Ingram distribution.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      You got it - I''ll put it in the recording queue for December :)

  • @billyrichards8834
    @billyrichards8834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would rather pay a small percentage and have ALL MY FORMATTING PROFESSIONALLY done, than to save a few bucks and go through ALL that hassle of doing it all myself, when I can focus MORE TIME on marketing, or writing my next book.
    THANK YOU. VERY helpful.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      💯

    • @Arcan_i
      @Arcan_i ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations @billy Richard. If you need assistance with book cover design at affordable price or book formatting, kindly comment your email so as to send you my portfolio.
      Wish you best of luck

    • @billyrichards8834
      @billyrichards8834 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi. YES! I am in NEED of a GREAT Cover artist.
      What kind of stuff have you done? I never got your earlier message; for some reason, it never got put in my inbox. That's why it's taken this long to get back to you.

    • @billyrichards8834
      @billyrichards8834 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@Lilliandishes
      Are you listed with 'Reedsy'?

    • @Arcan_i
      @Arcan_i ปีที่แล้ว

      @@billyrichards8834 Hello, I willl like to have your mail to send some samples of my work.

  • @Summer54-q7q
    @Summer54-q7q 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I just saw your video after publishing my book on Publishdrive. It was actually my first book.Can u plz tell me that It will give me benefit or i have to use D2D??

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Publish Drive is good! They have come a long way since this video.

  • @Valentinamillerofficial
    @Valentinamillerofficial ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you 🙏

  • @olegmuravyov6798
    @olegmuravyov6798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for video. I have some questions. If i live in Argentine, can i publish books in Draft2Digital?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      From their website: International Citizen: Draft2Digital is required to withhold 30% income tax for all international publishers and submit that percentage to the IRS. We'll do that by default, with no extra effort on your part.
      If your country has a tax treaty with the US, you can take our online tax interview to submit a completed IRS W8 form (most commonly W8-BEN or W8-BEN-E) stating that you're exempt from US taxes. Once we have this form on file, we'll pay you the royalties based on the terms of the tax treaty.
      You can take the tax interview at any time after starting your account, but must have valid and verifiable tax information on file before you can be paid. You can find the tax interview under Account > Payment Options - How D2D Pays You.

    • @olegmuravyov6798
      @olegmuravyov6798 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BookLaunchers, thank you.

  • @stealthuniversalproduction2729
    @stealthuniversalproduction2729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait to hear this!!!! The last review about publishdrive has been like three years ago....just curious. Is Publishdrive a trusted company? I heard any good revenue profits; especially, with that wide library of distribution.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't worked with Publish Drive personally but I do think they are a good company. They are doing some things well but we chose to work with D2D for our authors and everytime we evaluate that choice we still like D2D better for the reasons I share in this video.
      Thanks for being a part of the #noboringbooks community and commenting the day a video is released. You’ve been entered to win our bi-weekly draw for some sweet swag. Our next live stream is happening May 17th at 2pm PST right here at BookLaunchers.TV. Tune in live or catch the replay to find out if you’ve won. See you again soon. :)

  • @PoeticGem
    @PoeticGem ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know which distributor Draft2Digital uses with Ingram: "Ingram Wholesale" or "Ingram Publisher Services"?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know. I'm curious why you are asking. Does it come up somewhere?

  • @hollywoodyugoslavia8883
    @hollywoodyugoslavia8883 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey does anyone know if D2D uses Ingram content for print book distribution?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We don't know for certain but we believe that is the case. We encountered a situation where we had to dig into the fine print of their deal and the way those details were laid out matched Ingram. That said, I don't believe they confirmed that for us.

    • @KevinTumlinson
      @KevinTumlinson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey there! Kevin from D2D here... and YES! We use Ingram as a print partner, and for their expanded distribution network. Some highlights: We do not have setup fees for print, and though we do have to pass along Ingram's $25 fee for any changes you make, we give you a FREE change every 90 days for each book you publish via D2D Print.
      If you have any more questions, feel free to email us at support@draft2digital.com, and our (really live humans) support team will help!

  • @cornellscott8317
    @cornellscott8317 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video keep up the amazing work.

  • @pix8890
    @pix8890 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ma’am, Can i publish puzzle books on Draft2Digital?

  • @JeremiahTales
    @JeremiahTales 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I published on D2D but it kept publishing forever... I was able to email them and they sent me a message saying that my region may be the problem... Am from Africa, Nigeria. Is Nigeria band from using D2D.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am not familiar with any bans but it is possible. Did you try Publish Drive as an alternate?

  • @Maliandjoe
    @Maliandjoe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful, thank you!

  • @englishclubromania
    @englishclubromania ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it possible to publish and market through, KDP, Ingramspark and Draft2Digital at the same time?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely - we do it for the majority of our clients. This is more info: th-cam.com/video/sfosawSWaKo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lBRMgMVIi1Tygp_3

  • @dusk108show
    @dusk108show ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video inspired a quick switch.

  • @purewordguy
    @purewordguy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Today is my first time hearing of D2D. I am finishing my "Grandpa's Old Photos" photobook. In hard and soft cover. D2D doesn't do hardcovers, or I would use them. Any recommendations?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      KDP Print and Ingram both do hardovers as does Lulu.

  • @OwlCMedicine
    @OwlCMedicine ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats the difference between KDP lulu and these two? are they more or less the same service with slightly different reach?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      KDP publishes on Amazon, Lulu is for print books. These are both for digital although D2D has now announced print distribution.

  • @JORGINHODONASCIMENTO
    @JORGINHODONASCIMENTO ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, thanks. I just looked around d2d and it is actually almost impossible to make money with systems like this. According to their own info on FAQs, "We at D2D take 10% of the retail price, our selling stores take 30%..." That means that if you sell a book at $10, d2d takes a dollar, most stores take $3 dollars and you still have to deduct the costs if downloading or manufacturing the actual book. That will leave you with cents per book.

  • @QuizmasterLaw
    @QuizmasterLaw ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Bad news. D2D looks soooooo promising. BUT ... of about 8 books I submitted they rejected three manuscripts claiming them to be "low content" wtf. I don't do "journals" "planners" "activity books" "coloring books" or any of that other nonsense. I write about law and Chinese language. I found their "service and support" poor, unhelpful, inconsiderate, if not cold and insulting. They made going KU so obvious. I lost lots of sales and wasted a fair amount of time. Disheartening.

    • @ingridf5542
      @ingridf5542 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes it's true even 5 print books got blocked when I didn't do anything of journal or planners. Probably it's being checked by foolish bots, that could be one reason why it blocks the books.

  • @spiritualcoachastrologer-cyndi
    @spiritualcoachastrologer-cyndi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There is a BIG draw back from Draft 2 Digital. If you have uploaded your book onto Amazon you cannot remove Amazon from the distributor list for printbooks only for e-books. On Amazon I get a whole lot more royalties than I do on Draft 2 Digital. I sort of feel like I am being robbed at Draft 2 Digital. So personally if your book is going to sell would you not rather pay the flat fee of under 9 dollars at Publish Drive and get paid full royalties instead of getting 30% of royalties or less from D2D? Just think, what if you book gets 100 sales and your book is listed for 20 dollars? On Amazon you can mark it down lower for your customers but on D2D you have to mark it up really high so you do not feel like you are just getting peanuts.

  • @calviv1
    @calviv1 ปีที่แล้ว

    D2d doesn’t do illustrated books? It only takes word files.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      It doesn't take word files only - you can upload ebook files to it and that's what you should do if you have an illustrated book.

  • @poetryfromtheheart1287
    @poetryfromtheheart1287 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for a very helpful video. After watching this video it was clear that right now draft2digital is the choice for me. Thanks you for your help and I hope that you have a great Mother's day/

  • @user-dx4cc8sn1e
    @user-dx4cc8sn1e ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I need your opinion please. I’m starting a publishing company and I’m stuck on;
    1)finding a company that offer direct sales from my website.
    2)finding an affordable dropshipping distributor, that would satisfy all parties royalties. (Author and my publisher company)
    Any suggestions will kindly help. It’s driving me insane lol thank you

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not entirely sure what you are asking but we are set up through shopify and bookvault now. That might work for you?

    • @user-dx4cc8sn1e
      @user-dx4cc8sn1e ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BookLaunchers I’m asking what book distributor would you suggest I use to set up a payment option for checkout on my website. Also, which one to use for distribution for my authors. For example, with lulu api I’m able to do direct sales for my website. Meanwhile with PublishDrive and ingramspark I’m able to have my author books distributed on many platforms.
      Basically, trying to say which companies should I use for direct sales and distribution. I’m trying to make sure that royalties splits up to both the author and publisher company satisfaction.

  • @Thetrueeeee
    @Thetrueeeee 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Obg pela instrução, me ajudou muito. I dont speak inglish 😅🤣🤣🤣

  • @ponder-c4h
    @ponder-c4h 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey I watched all your videos, Very interesting.. Do you offer mentorship?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I don't. We are a full service self-publishing team. My mentorship is offered by way of this channel and my books.

  • @ronneitzel2869
    @ronneitzel2869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi all

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Green Wizard is in the house everyone. Happy Friday.

  • @laurawilliamssepsiseducati5642
    @laurawilliamssepsiseducati5642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for being a part of the #noboringbooks community and commenting the day a video is released. You’ve been entered to win our bi-weekly draw for some sweet swag. Our next live stream is happening May 17th at 2pm PST right here at BookLaunchers.TV. Tune in live or catch the replay to find out if you’ve won. See you again soon. :) 

      Also, our next Deep Dive training is on Saturday May 21st and it’s all about pitching yourself to media. We have a special guest expert who will be alongside our Book Marketing Manager so this is going to be a great session to be a part of! Join us by registering here: www.booklaunchers.com/deepdive

  • @holdthetruthhostage
    @holdthetruthhostage ปีที่แล้ว

    If we can get Isbn to just $5-$10 than will be free

  • @hustletalks.
    @hustletalks. 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you publish books for free?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No we are a full service self-publishing company that helps you self-publish but we are paid a monthly fee.Thank you so much for saying hello!
      If you liked this video, and you’re looking for guidance to write your book you will LOVE my book: Self-Publish and Succeed. You can grab it here: www.selfpublishandsucceed.com or if you have a non-fiction book written and you’re looking at launch or post-launch marketing support, this is the book to read for that: selfpromoteandsucceed.com/ 

To learn more about our services: booklaunchers.com/self-publishing-services-overview/ 

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Hope that helps you out!

  • @milestrombley1466
    @milestrombley1466 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    D2D sounds better for new authors on a budget.

  • @professor4625
    @professor4625 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey can you help me to promote my E-Book.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out the many resources at WrittenWordMedia - they have a lot of stuff that can help with e-books

  • @MoniqueJoinerSiedlak_Author
    @MoniqueJoinerSiedlak_Author 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My biggest dilemma. I decided to pick one and watch it like a hawk.

  • @SSMLivingPictures
    @SSMLivingPictures ปีที่แล้ว

    Julie seems like a cool chick. I'm enchanted 😍