Apple Books vs Barnes & Noble Press
Apple Books is a digital-only platform offering up to 70% royalties on ebooks and audiobooks, with no upfront cost, but reach is limited to Apple device users. Barnes & Noble Press provides both ebook (Nook) and print (paperback, hardcover) publishing, also free, with up to 70% on ebooks and a royalty model for print that covers printing costs. Key differences: Apple focuses on a digital ecosystem, while B&N offers physical book distribution through its stores and online. B&N's print option gives authors access to a retail shelf presence, which Apple cannot match.
Pick Apple Books
Pick Apple Books if you want to reach Apple device readers and prioritize higher ebook royalties (70%) without managing print inventory.
Pick Barnes & Noble Press
Pick Barnes & Noble Press if you need print book distribution through B&N stores and online, and value having both ebook and paperback options under one platform.
At a glance
| Apple Books | Barnes & Noble Press | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free; 70% | Free |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Free |
| Free option | Yes | Yes |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Best for | Distribution & Publishing | Distribution & Publishing |
| AI features | No | No |
| Open source | No | No |
Barnes & Noble Press
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Direct Nook ebook + print publishing.
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