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How to get an ISBN in Australia
How to get an ISBN in Australia: ISBNs are issued by Thorpe-Bowker (paid). Steps, costs, barcodes and how many you need.
Step by step
- Decide the formats you will publish (paperback, hardcover, ebook, audiobook) — each needs its own ISBN.
- Create an account with Thorpe-Bowker and register your publisher or imprint name.
- Buy your ISBNs — blocks of ten cost much less per number than single ISBNs.
- Assign each ISBN to a title and format, and enter the metadata (title, contributors, format, publication date, price).
- Print the ISBN on the copyright page and as an EAN-13 barcode on the back cover.
- Fulfil legal deposit with your national library if required.
ISBN prefixes used in this country
Tools: ISBN converter · ISBN barcode generator · ISBN guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are ISBNs free in Australia?
No — Thorpe-Bowker: paid.
Who issues ISBNs in Australia?
Thorpe-Bowker. Buy only from the official agency or its authorised resellers.