[epub] RE: ebook format and distribution

["Mark Brownlow" <mark.brownlow@xxxxxxxxx>]

> Any pointers to info on pdf. format for ebooks?  Do I simply upload
> that to my site and then provide a link?
> What programs do you use for payment and instant delivery?

I use two.

http://www.DigiBuy.com/ is relatively expensive, taking 13.9% of your sales
fee (minimum US$3), but they take care of storing your .pdf file online and
provide unique, temporary download URLs to customers. When someone pays,
they get an email sent to them by DigiBuy with their personal download link
in it. You can decide how long this download link lasts before it's deleted
by DigiBuy. Their customer service is excellent and they pay promptly. You
can also have multiple products sold off one order form.

http://www.clickbank.com/ is much cheaper, taking 7% (min US$1). You store
your own file at your site, and they simply send paying customers to your
page where you provide the download link. So if you're worried about
security, you'll need to change the download link yourself every now and
then. Their customer service has also been excellent. As I use it mainly as
a reserve in case of emergencies, I haven't got a check yet, but reviews of
their service seem positive. They also have a built in referral program, so
people can earn money selling your book.

Be careful reading reviews of ClickBank - most reviewers get paid a
commission if you sign up. Not that that makes the reviews invalid (heck, I
run many affiliate programs at various sites), but worth bearing in mind.

Both have set up fees (I forget how much). Both are incredibly easy to
implement (cut and paste a couple of lines of html into your webpages). I'd
have no hesitation recommending either.

Mark

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"How to give your email newsletters impact & influence"
http://www.KeepingtheKey.com/



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