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Smashwords Formatting Services

We are well-versed in converting your manuscripts in the format applicable for publishing in Smashwords.

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‘Smashwords Direct,’ an alternate for Smashwords Conversion – we are there to help you!

smashwords conversionSmashwords is one of the well-known self-publishing and distribution service contributor that provides a self-serve platform for the writers/authors, who opt for self-publishing of their eBooks, across the globe. Smashwords could be utilized to publish any kind of book including poetry, novels, short/lengthy fiction as well as non-fiction.

We help you to make better use of Smashwords – find how, below:

Smashwords uses Meatgrinder to generate EPUB file formats from the Word format manuscripts submitted by authors/publishers. Converting a file using Meatgrinder may cause undesirable flow of the text, that is, the originality of text appearances could not be retained when the eBooks are viewed in varied eReader devices. Therefore, publishers may use the ‘Smashwords Direct’ option to upload their manuscripts in EPUB format itself. Here is where EbookEnhancers helps provide authors with an EPUB file of their Word format manuscripts, which is done MANUALLY without using any automated formats like Meatgrinder, to have the text appear properly aligned, retaining originality and look similar in any eReader devices as well as computers.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for any query regarding the conversion of your files to the required e-file format. To avail of our service for this conversion process for direct upload of your eBook file on Smashwords Direct, please fill in the Quote Form provided and we ensure prompt delivery of your file with high quality.

What is the difficulty in formatting a word file for upload in Smashwords?

Smashwords could accept manuscripts only in a .doc file and not any other formats. However, there are many restrictions in providing a manuscript in the format required by Smashwords for publishing.  One needs to follow those restrictions listed in the Style Guide provided by Smashwords.  Yet, the publisher might experience dissatisfaction with the flow of text in eReader devices or apps, as the automated process involved by Smashwords for conversion could not retain the originality of the contents, especially the figures, tables, and graphs.

How advantageous are we for Smashwords conversion:

  • Manual Process. We are the right service provider for Smashwords conversion, as we use manual processes and not automated processes like that of Smashwords’ Meatgrinder, to retain originality.
  • Elements appear as original – Elements like tables, charts, images as well as fonts, appear originally, without getting affected in any manner – it is for this purpose we do not use an automated process.
  • Ready-to-upload file – You need not worry about going through the Smashwords Style Guide, as we do apt formatting of the eBook file, thus enabling you to upload the final file given by us, straightaway to Smashwords.
  • Premium Catalogue – The format we prepare for upload to Smashwords is enabled to be listed in the Smashwords’ Premium Catalogue.
  • Delivery period – We can do Smashwords conversion within a short turnaround time, depending on the complexity and volume – within 72 hours, at the maximum.
  • Quality and Pricing – We offer the best ebook conversion output for Smashwords publishing at an affordable price.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get more information?
Contact us. For more information regarding our Smashwords formatting services, feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We will be happy to take and answer your questions.

Not at all. Our experience and expertise allow us to provide Smashwords formatting for all types of books, while strictly adhering to Smashwords guidelines.

Smashwords Direct is a new upload option introduced by Smashwords. This upload option allows publishers and authors to upload expertly designed .epub files. Smashwords Direct is perfect for authors and publishers that do not rely on Microsoft Word in their publishing process. It is also great for publishers and authors that are looking to get advanced formatting layouts, most of which cannot be achieved with Microsoft Word.

EbookEnhancers provides the .epub file format for Smashwords.

Definitely. Since EbookEnhancers adheres strictly to all Smashwords guidelines, you will get a final file that meets all the requirements for Smashwords Premium Catalog.

To get the best results, we recommend that you include the cover image in the .epub file for the Smashwords Direct feature.

No, Smashwords accepts only .epub2 file format. So, if you are looking to use Smashwords, your file has to be in .epub2, not .epub3.

If you are looking to upload an .epub file to Smashwords Direct, ensure that the file is smaller than 10 megabytes.

Yes. EbookEnhancers will ensure that your final file passes the EpubCheck validation, so the EpubCheck compliance won’t be a problem.

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