EPUB 3 for every store
ePub conversion service for Apple Books, Kobo, and every major store
One clean, standards-valid EPUB 3 file that you can upload to Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Google Play, Draft2Digital, and Amazon KDP, hand-coded and validated before delivery.
- Valid EPUB 3 that passes EPUBCheck
- Accepted by Apple Books, Kobo, B&N, Google Play, and KDP
- Accessible markup and proper navigation
- 48-hour delivery for most books
Publish wide with a single, validated file
Every store except Amazon rejects EPUB files that fail validation, and Apple Books is the strictest. We hand-code your book in clean XHTML and CSS, run it through EPUBCheck, and preview it in Apple Books and Adobe Digital Editions, so it goes live on the first upload.
| Store | Accepts our EPUB? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Books | Yes | Validated against Apple's stricter checks |
| Kobo | Yes | Upload directly via Kobo Writing Life |
| Barnes & Noble Press | Yes | Same file, no re-formatting |
| Google Play Books | Yes | Reflowable EPUB recommended |
| Amazon KDP | Yes | KDP's recommended upload format |
| Draft2Digital / Smashwords | Yes | Use your own file for full control |
EPUB 3, accessibility, and enhanced features
We build to EPUB 3 with semantic markup, alt text for images, and a proper navigation document, which improves accessibility and is increasingly expected by libraries and retailers. Need more? We also produce fixed-layout EPUB, Read Aloud (media overlay) EPUB for children's books, and enhanced EPUB with audio or video where stores support it.
What's included
- EPUB 3 file validated with EPUBCheck
- Navigation document and linked table of contents
- Embedded metadata (title, author, language, ISBN)
- Alt text and semantic markup for accessibility
- Preview in Apple Books and Adobe Digital Editions
- Kindle-ready version for Amazon KDP
Why authors choose Real Self Publishing
Hand-formatted, never automated
Every book is built by a person who cleans the code behind your text, not pushed through a one-click converter.
18+ years of experience
Formatting eBooks for authors and publishers since 2008, through every change in Kindle and EPUB standards.
48-hour delivery
Most eBooks are delivered within 48 hours of receiving your final manuscript.
Free unlimited revisions
Two weeks of unlimited revisions after delivery, and we fix any store rejection free.
Fixed price, shown up front
See your exact price online before you pay. No quotes to wait for and no surprise fees.
Tested on real devices
Checked in Kindle Previewer, Apple Books, and Adobe Digital Editions on phone, tablet, and e-reader.
| Real Self Publishing | Freelance marketplace | Automated converter | DIY software | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formatted by hand | Yes | Varies | No | You do it |
| Starting price | $45 | ≈ $50–$100+ | Free–$ | $0–$250 |
| Price known before paying | Yes | Often after a quote | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery | 48 hours (most books) | Varies | Instant | Your time |
| Revisions | Unlimited for 2 weeks | Limited by package | None | You do it |
| Kindle + EPUB included | Yes | Sometimes extra | Varies | Usually |
| Device QA | Yes | Varies | No | You do it |
How it works
- 1
Get your price
Choose your book type, page count, and extras to see the exact price instantly.
- 2
Pay securely
Pay by card on this site. You get an order reference by email right away.
- 3
Send your manuscript
Email your file to [email protected] with your order reference.
- 4
Approve and publish
Review your files, request any changes, then upload to KDP and other stores.
What authors say
I love the way my book and eBook turned out. Very excited!
Leslie Evans Thorne, author of Take This Job and S.H.O.V.E. IT
The people at Real Self Publishing were so good to work with, definitely recommend them.
Lorii Abela, author of Sexy Secrets to a Juicy Love Life
They did everything for me from editing to website design , One Sheet design. They really know the publishing business and I couldn't be happier.
Debra Angilletta, author of The Six Figure Schedule
ePub conversion FAQ
What is ePub conversion?
ePub conversion turns your manuscript (usually Word, PDF, or InDesign) into an EPUB file, the open eBook standard used by Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Google Play, and Amazon KDP uploads.
Why did Apple Books reject my EPUB?
Apple rejects files that fail EPUBCheck or contain issues like missing metadata, broken links, or invalid code. Our files are validated before delivery, and we can rebuild a rejected file for you.
Is EPUB 3 better than EPUB 2?
Yes. EPUB 3 is the current standard, supports better accessibility and layout, and is what major stores expect today. We build all new books in EPUB 3.
How much does ePub conversion cost?
ePub conversion starts at $45 for a standard novel up to 100 pages and includes a Kindle-ready file. Picture books and complex layouts start at $75.
Ready when you are
ePub conversion from $45. See your exact price, pay securely, and get your files in as little as 48 hours.