@S H You’re on the right track by securing your own ISBNs for the relaunch. If your imprint is US-based, Bowker ISBNs can be used for international distribution, including the UK, so you don’t need to purchase a separate Nielsen set just for that. Where I’d advise you to be careful is the KDP + IngramSpark setup. The ISBN itself isn’t the expensive mistake, the distribution structure is. Set up your imprint, ISBNs, editions, and distribution channels correctly from the beginning, and you’ll avoid unnecessary costs, conflicts, and headaches down the road. How are you currently planning to handle the publishing and distribution side of the relaunch?

@Beth Macy I think I’ve heard about it before. Out of curiosity, how does it actually work, and how would someone get started with it?

@Adi Kanda That sounds like a fascinating stage to be in, especially with Book Two releasing so soon. The fact that the companion card deck is built from the transmissions also gives you an interesting opportunity to create a connected reader experience rather than marketing the book as a standalone release. With the new imprint, consistent series presentation and clear positioning will be especially important for the relaunch of Book One and the launch of Book Two. With the September 16 release approaching, are you already working on the marketing and reader-visibility strategy, or is that the part you’re focusing on next?

@Adi Kanda That’s great to hear! 😊 It sounds like Ingram has really delivered for you, especially with the early shipment and those Indigo and Coles placements. Getting both distribution and in-person signing opportunities is a strong result. Since you’ve had such a positive experience with Ingram, I’m curious, are you planning to use the same distribution strategy for your next book, and how are you planning to build visibility around the launch?

@Beth Macy 😪