Rapport Bowker 2018 / 2019 auteurs indépendants

Self-Publishing in
the United States,
2013-2018
Print and Ebooks

®
Prepared by Bowker

Self-Publishing in
the United States,
2013-2018
Print and Ebooks

Table of Contents

Overview

ISBN Output for USA
Self-Publishers, 2013-2018

Total Print and Ebooks

Print Books

Ebooks

Author Solutions Output

Bowker Self-Publishing
Report Highlights
2013-2018

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Overview

Bowker is pleased to present this latest edition of our report on self-publishing in the United States.
Covering the years 2013 through 2018, the report documents the continued growth of this dynamic industry
based on the number of ISBNs registered in the Bowker Books In Print® database.

For 2018, the numbers demonstrate that the self-publishing industry continues its steady growth, with
over 1.6 million titles published – a 40% increase over prior year. This growth trend has been ongoing since
2013, when the number of print books and ebooks with registered ISBNs stood at 461,438.

This trend is likely to continue as the quality of many self-published works now rivals that of traditionally
published titles. Authors now have access to a wide range of professional services, from editing to cover
design, to help ensure that the highest standards are met. With these resources, coupled with the online
marketing and distribution tools now available, self-publishing authors are positioned for success as
never before.

On the following pages are six charts. The first three are a breakdown of titles by publisher by year (Total
Print and Ebook, Print only, Ebook only). The remaining charts provide a consolidated view of the output
from the divisions of Author Solutions. As these totals represent registered ISBNs only, any titles published
without an ISBN would be additional.

Bowker publishes authoritative statistical reports for the publishing industry on a regular basis. As we
plan for the release of the numbers for 2019 and beyond, we look forward to receiving your feedback,
questions, and suggestions. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Alison Roth at
alison.roth@proquest.com or (734)-707-2691.

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