This service is perfect for you if
- You are an established author
- You already have a plan to sell signed books
- You may have had an Etsy shop but discovered packaging and shipping is not for you
This service might not be a good fit for you if
- You're a new author or don't have an established fan base
- You don't have a marketing plan for signed books
- You already have a shop
How it Works
Send your books & book swag direct to us. Want them autographed? Send bookplates, a signature stamp, or create a digital signature.
Set your price. We recommend pricing your books at least 100% more than it costs you to buy them.
We'll list your books in the marketplace. We'll create your listing in the marketplace & on Instagram so you can tag and share your books.
Share with your audience. Tell your readers they can now buy signed books & get exclusive swag.
Sit back and let the orders flow in. We pack and ship your orders within 3 business days.
YOUR BOOKS. YOUR BRAND.
You've always wanted to sell your books direct to readers but you don't have the time.
Ready to take the next step?
FAQs
How is this different/better than selling on Amazon?
We allow you to provide a unique reading experience to your readers with exclusive swag they can't get anywhere else. This allows you to give readers a more customized experience at a reduced commission cost.
Do you accept new authors?
Because each author and book is different, we'll review your application and marketing plan within 48 hours and get back to you with an answer.
How do I send you my autographed books?
You can send us autographed books or, to keep costs down, just send us bookplates or create some with your digital signature.
May I add book swag to each order?
Yes! You can include any kind of flat book swag and are responsible for sending it direct to us.
Bookmarks
Art Prints
Page overlays
Stickers
Magnets
Book Sleeves
How long should I use this service?
That's up to you. You can use this service until your inventory runs out, for launch months, special sales or something else.
Please note: you are responsible for paying for shipping if you'd like any inventory returned to you.
Do you ship internationally?
95% of our audience is based in the United States. However, we do ship to Canada, the UK and Australia.
How are taxes handled?
We take care of collecting and remitting taxes. You are sent a statement of earnings each year.
I don't know how much I'll sell. How many books should I start with?
We require a minimum of 10 books. If you've never sold direct before, we recommend starting with 10-20 books and offering exclusive swag for readers.
What kind of books do best in the shop?
Keeping in mind that the average customer spends $83, hardcovers with dust jackets or exclusive editions perform best in the shop. We strongly recommend a new releases and exclusive editions.
About
Hi, I'm Angela
An international bestselling author who makes six figures selling books directly to readers. In 2019 I started selling direct to readers and was stunned by the response.
After 2 years of learning the pros and cons of selling direct, my husband and I decided to open The Signed Book Shop and give more authors the opportunity to benefit from selling in a shared marketplace.
Additionally, I also build custom websites for authors and provide marketing consults.