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About BookBaby
From vinyl to publishing: A legacy of independence
Our story began in the 1940s with Disc Makers, a company dedicated to manufacturing records for independent artists. For decades, Disc Makers leveled the playing field for musicians, providing them with the tools they needed to compete with major labels.
This dedication to supporting independents led to a pivotal moment in 2008 when Disc Makers acquired CD Baby: a thriving platform revolutionizing the music industry. CD Baby gave independent musicians access to the same distribution channels as the big players, helping thousands of artists sell their music.
Inspired by the success of CD Baby, we saw an opportunity to bring this same philosophy to the world of publishing. In 2009, BookBaby was born using the same model for independent authors who faced similar challenges in a world dominated by traditional publishers.
Just like musicians who pour their hearts into their songs, authors nurture their books with care and passion.
Every book is someone's “baby.”
We treat each project with the respect it deserves.
Why publish with BookBaby?
100% Guaranteed
We stand by our work and we're serious about making you happy. You'll be satisfied with the quality of your books and the design of your book cover. If by chance you're not happy, we'll work with you until you're completely satisfied.
Premium quality
Our printing quality is comparable to (or better than) Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, and others. It's all thanks to our state-of-the art facility, innovative technology, top-grade paper, and meticulous attention to detail.
Support for a lifetime
BookBaby supports your book for a lifetime. We'll ensure that you receive dedicated guidance on publishing, distribution, marketing, and selling your books. We're invested in your immediate and future success.
Dreams become reality
Choosing BookBaby means choosing the best self-publishing experience possible. We won't just create your book — we'll distribute it everywhere so others can read it, too. Everything you need to make your dream possible is right here.
What we do
Printing
Editing
Formatting
Promotion
Distribution
Sales
Our philosophy
“BookBaby was built to put authors first. We believe independent authors deserve the same level of editing, design, and production quality you’d expect from a major publishing house — without giving up control of your work. We’re here to help authors make beautiful books and own their publishing journey from start to finish.”
