Since medium announced in this medium story called “Become A Verified Book Author” every medium writer has the opportunity to get the verified book author checkmark on their medium profile.
https://blog.medium.com/become-a-verified-book-author-5c42c891b0cc
What is the issue though?
Well every medium writer is going through the Amazon KDP eBook route that is the issue. These medium writers me being one of the victims are confusing the Amazon paper book ISBN number with the Amazon eBook ISBN number which Amazon KDP does not provide.
Seeing the comments section of the announcement medium story regarding getting a verified book author checkmark a lot of medium writers are complaining that they did not receive their checkmarks even though they applied over a month ago.
Now yes Medium support is taking time to process their requests however there is a huge issue of the confusion of the majority of these medium authors going via route of the Amazon KDP eBook which is totally the wrong way to go about it.
What Is The Solution To This Issue?
It is a very easy solution and you wont have to pay a dime to get a free ISBN number not only that your eBook will be published on Amazon KDP as well however without an ISBN number for Amazon KDP version of the book. But at least your eBook will be assigned a Free ISBN number so now you can simply go to the form “Become A Verified Book Author On Medium” .
Here is the step by step procedure on how to get a free ISBN number for your eBook:
Register via this link; disclosure this is my affiliate link.
Simply add in your account details this includes methods of getting paid I chose Payoneer but you can choose other forms of payments of your likings including cheque, direct deposit (For US or International) and PayPal. Also do not forget to add in your Name, address and phone number. They will ask for an interview regarding filling tax information so do that as well and your account will be approved in no time what so ever.
Now simply go and submit your eBook now you can distribute it to a lot of companies for selling it this includes Amazon kdp so make sure to check the list and select all that interests you.
Add your book cover, manuscript, detailed description, short description, Book Title, search terms, book category, and every thing else required submit to publish your eBook and expect 4 days for the eBooks to go live.
Wait I Did Everything But When I Click On My eBook It Says “NO ISBN Number”?
Do not panic Draft2Digital will automatically assign an ISBN number to your eBook in 24 to 48 hours max and if they do not do that simply contact support.
**Source of this information can be found below:
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https://www.draft2digital.com/blog/the-surprising-truth-about-isbn/
You Now Know The Procedure Simply Do No Procrastinate
Hey do not be lazy just follow this guide step by step if you want to get Medium author verification checkmark on your medium profile. It is worth it. Your hard work via Amazon KDP previously did not go to waste atleast you learned how to write an eBook. Now you must do the steps mentioned in this guide to make sure you get that crucial checkmark.
Let Me Know If You Have Any Questions?
You know what, I am in the same boat as you guys/girls are and I just published my eBook on draft2digtal and they say it will take 4 (four) days for the eBook to go live. So if you got any concerns or questions I am here to help you out with the most capacity I got. However, I am no expert in this field and find my self as being a “Newbie” as well so you can take the alternative more sure route of asking help from official support right below:
https://www.draft2digital.com/support/
Do Not Be A Stranger And If You Succeed Please Share Your Journey
Hey I am not here to judge any body here but if you managed to get that free ISBN number and applied for the Medium Verified Book Author program and got a verified Blue checkmark on your medium profile so please I urge you to come over here and leave a comment to share your success story. This would really help the medium community a lot. Best of luck in your journey on medium; now usually I do not write about medium meta related stories because these are not considered for curation nor the new “boost” feature but this information had to be shared because a lot is on the line for these medium writers who want to grow their portfolio. Remember every medium writer has a chance to get the verification badge so please do not be lazy and follow this guide to find this little but important success.
I wish you well in your medium journey.
This article was originally published on medium at https://medium.com/inkwater-atlas/how-to-get-a-free-isbn-number-for-your-ebook-90f55f75c02f