Book Registration Services

Publishing your book is an exciting journey, but before it can reach readers worldwide, it’s important to ensure your work is properly registered and protected. Book registration isn’t just a formality; it’s the legal and professional foundation that gives your work authenticity, ownership, and global accessibility.

At our Registrar Office, we handle every essential registration step to make sure your book is recognized, traceable, and safeguarded in the publishing world.

Why Book Registration Is Important

Book registration is the backbone of legitimate publishing. It protects your creative rights and establishes your book’s identity across global databases, libraries, and distribution channels. Whether you’re self-publishing or working with a publisher, these registrations are what make your book official.

Here’s why registration matters:

  • Legal Protection – Registration officially secures your literary ownership, protecting your book against plagiarism, unauthorized use, or reproduction.
  • Global Recognition – With an ISBN and barcode, your book becomes part of the global book-tracking system, recognized by libraries, bookstores, and distributors worldwide.
  • Professional Credibility – Registered books gain greater trust and acceptance among retailers, libraries, and readers.
  • Library & Institutional Placement – Registration through official channels like the Library of Congress (LOC) enhances your book’s accessibility to academic and public libraries.
  • Royalties & Rights Management – Proper literary rights registration ensures that your creative work generates royalties legally and that those rights remain in your control.

In short, book registration ensures your work is protected, searchable, and professionally represented across all major publishing and retail platforms.

NYC Literary, Inc. Literary Management
NYC Literary, Inc. Literary Management

Mandatory Registrations for Every Book

Every book intended for publication must go through these essential registrations. We manage each one with precision, ensuring accuracy, documentation, and compliance with publishing standards.

(International Standard Book Number)
$125
ISBN Registrations
The ISBN is your book’s unique identity code. It acts like a digital fingerprint that allows your book to be tracked, sold, and cataloged across the global publishing ecosystem.
• Used by bookstores, libraries, and online retailers.
• Required for both print and eBook formats.
• Enables seamless listing on platforms such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and major distributors.
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Barcode Registration
$25
Barcode Registration
Every printed book needs a barcode that converts its ISBN and pricing into a scannable format for retailers.
• Necessary for bookstore sales and inventory systems.
• Helps retailers manage pricing, sales tracking, and distribution efficiently.
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Literary Rights Registration
$1,250
(All 8 Components)
This is the most crucial step in securing your intellectual property. Our Literary Rights registration includes eight key components that legally establish your authorship and creative control.
These components typically include:
1. Copyright documentation and verification.
2. Ownership certificate for the author.
3. Publication license rights.
4. Adaptation and translation rights.
5. International rights filing.
6. Digital and print reproduction rights.
7. Distribution and retail authorization.
8. Proof of ownership for lifetime protection.
By completing this process, your book’s literary rights are secured internationally, preventing unauthorized adaptations, sales, or republishing.
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Library of Congress (LCCN)
$910
LOC Registration with Placement
Registering your book with the Library of Congress (USA) places it in the largest and most prestigious library system in the world.
• Adds your book to the official U.S. catalog.
• Provides a Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN) for referencing.
• Increases visibility to institutions, educators, and researchers.
• Eligible for library circulation and academic indexing.
LOC registration not only validates your book’s authenticity but also boosts its reach and long-term discoverability.
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Optional Registration

Every book intended for publication must go through these essential registrations. We manage each one with precision, ensuring accuracy, documentation, and compliance with publishing standards.

While not mandatory, the Public Lending Rights (PLR) program ensures that you receive royalties every time your book is borrowed from a library or educational institution.

Public Lending Rights (PLR)
$1,450
Optional Registration
While not mandatory, the Public Lending Rights (PLR) program ensures that you receive royalties every time your book is borrowed from a library or educational institution.
• Authors receive compensation for free public use of their books.
• Recognized in multiple countries with participating libraries.
• A valuable long-term investment for professional authors whose books are frequently borrowed.
This registration ensures your work continues to generate income beyond sales, rewarding you for every reader it reaches.
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Final Note

Book registration is more than paperwork, it’s an investment in your identity as an author. By securing these registrations, you’re ensuring your work is recognized, protected, and positioned for success in both domestic and international markets.

Whether you’re publishing your first book or adding to your catalog, our Registrar Office takes care of every detail, making the process seamless and stress-free.