Guides

Access resources to help format, publish, and manage your book on Apple Books.

Preparing Your Books

Detailed instructions for creating and preparing your books for Apple Books.

Learn about compliance standards for audio, video, images, and EPUB files.

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Learn how to use XML specifications for books.

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Download a sample book with features, formatting suggestions, and requirements for EPUBs on Apple Books.

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Download a sample book with tips for formatting fixed-layout EPUBs, such as art books and children's books. This guide includes examples of the Apple Books JavaScript library.

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Avoid common mistakes, and follow our guidelines to create books, art, and metadata optimized for Apple Books.

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Follow these guidelines and best practices for creating promotional artwork.

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Learn how to use Pages to create and publish stunning documents and books. Download guides for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and iCloud.

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Preparing Your Audiobooks

Detailed instructions for creating and preparing your audiobooks.

Format your audio files, art, and metadata to optimize the listener experience and discovery. 

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Use the Apple Audiobook Package to format and deliver your audiobook content to Apple Books.

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Getting Started

Learn the basics about iTunes Connect and book delivery.

Learn about our affiliate program, tools like Link Maker and Banner Builder, badge art, and more.

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Measuring Sales and Payments

Tips and guides to track your sales and payments in iTunes Connect.

Use Reporter to automate your report downloads.

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Learn the requirements for getting paid and how to get the most out of your financial reports.

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Use Sales and Trends to track the performance of your books.

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Publishing Your Books

Detailed instructions for validating and submitting books to Apple Books.

Use Transporter to get a large catalog of books on Apple Books.

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A technical guide for validating metadata XML files using iTunes Relax NG schemas.

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Partner Search

Work with a partner for help creating or submitting books.

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Content Dispute

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