How Print On Demand distribution works

1. Your book is listed with all major retailer and wholesalers

Through our distribution services, your book will be listed across major retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, wholesale distributors, etc.

2. Your book is purchased online

Customers order and pay for your book through the retailer or wholesaler.

3. The order is fulfilled by the retailer or by Shrewd.

We print, bind, and package the order — on demand — whether it’s just one copy of the print book or a larger quantity

4. Books are shipped

Printed books are shipped directly from the retailer or wholesaler for fulfillment to their buyers.

5. You get paid!

We collect the payment, deduct all printing and selling costs, and pay you the net sales.

Benefits of Setting up POD with Shrewd

Shrewd employs advanced printing technology to create high-quality books for
self-publishers, offering a variety of formats at an affordable cost.

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1. Exceptional Quality and Longevity

Virtually identical to books produced by traditional publishers, both inside and out.

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2. Binding & Paper Options

Offering perfect and case laminate bindings with a variety of paper options to suit your needs.

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3. Printing in Color or Black-and-White

Delivering rich colors, sharp visuals, and clear, professional text.

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4. Seamless Process

To set up POD with Shrewd, all you need is to sign up and simply upload your book file on our online portal. Leave the rest to us!

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5. A Variety of Book Trim Sizes

Your story deserves the perfect fit—choose the trim size that works best for you.

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6. Hardcover or Paperback

Whether you need a jacket, gloss, texture, or matte finish, we deliver it all.

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7. Quick and Reliable Global Shipping

Shrewd offers worldwide printing solutions, ensuring your books get to where they need to be, quickly and with confidence.

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8. No Stock Issues Ever

As the name suggests—print on demand. Your book is printed when ordered, ensuring it’s never out of stock.

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9. No Need for Inventory Storage

Storing unsold books can be costly. With Shrewd, books are printed on demand, ensuring you never have excess stock.

Books we are proud of

We help market and publish exceptional stories, for independent authors, established authors, and newbies alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Print-on-demand (POD) publishing is a model in which books are printed only when an order is placed. This eliminates the need for large upfront printing costs or storage space. At Shrewd Book Marketing, our POD services ensure your book is professionally formatted and ready for on-demand printing through platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and others.

POD services offer several advantages:

  • No upfront printing costs.
  • Reduced risk with no need to stockpile inventory.
  • Flexibility to update content or design.
  • Global distribution through online marketplaces.

Shrewd Book Marketing helps you maximize these benefits by ensuring your book meets all technical and aesthetic standards for professional printing.

Print On Demand is specifically for physical books, including paperbacks and hardcovers. However, many authors pair POD services with eBook publishing to reach a wider audience. Shrewd Book Marketing can assist with both, ensuring your book is available in multiple formats to suit different reader preferences.

We work with leading POD platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and Lulu, among others. These platforms offer global distribution, high-quality printing, and competitive royalty structures. Our team helps you select the best platform for your needs and guides you through the entire publishing process.

Yes, we provide professional design services to ensure your book is print-ready. This includes cover design, interior layout, and formatting that meets POD platform specifications. With Shrewd Book Marketing, your book will look polished and professional, ready to impress readers and retailers alike.