Lulu
Long-running print-on-demand and ebook self-publishing platform known for format variety (paperback, hardcover, photo books, calendars) and direct-to-reader sales. Sell via the Lulu Bookstore, Lulu Direct (Shopify/Wix/Wo…
Payhip
What it is
Storefront for selling ebooks, audiobooks, and other digital files directly to readers, with discount codes, bonus-file bundles, download limits, PDF stamping, and an affiliate option. Payhip collects and pays UK and EU VAT on digital sales for you, which saves UK authors a real headache. Money goes to your connected Stripe or PayPal account at the time of sale rather than on a monthly royalty cycle. There’s no native pre-order feature yet, so check its help pages for the workaround.
Pricing model
Freemium — Free plan with a 5% transaction fee; Plus US$29/month with 2%; Pro US$99/month with no Payhip fee. Every plan has all features; Stripe or PayPal processing fees apply on top. EU and UK VAT collected and remitted for you.. Always confirm on the vendor site before buying; plans change.
Regions
UK, Global
Affiliate
Affiliate link: none yet.
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