Self Publishing in India — Publish Your Book with Astitva Prakashan
India's most trusted self publishing company. You wrote the book. You should own it, price it, and earn from it — without sharing royalties with anyone. Self publishing in India with Astitva Prakashan gives you exactly that, with professional quality that rivals any traditional publisher.
📺 As featured in Zee News — Recognised as one of India's leading self publishing companies
WHY AUTHORS CHOOSE US
Why Astitva Prakashan is India's Best Self Publishing Company
We do not just print your book. We build your entire publishing career — from first draft to final sale.
Professional Manuscript Editing
Our in-house editors review your manuscript for grammar, structure, flow, and readability — ensuring your book meets professional publishing standards before it reaches any reader.
View Publishing Services →Custom Book Cover Design
Your cover is the first thing a reader sees. Our designers create genre-appropriate, market-ready book covers that stand out on Amazon, Flipkart, and bookstore shelves — designed specifically for your story.
See Cover Design Process →Free ISBN Registration
Every book published with Astitva Prakashan receives a free ISBN — the unique international identifier that makes your book searchable, orderable, and credible in every bookstore and library across India and worldwide.
Learn About ISBN →Author Sales Dashboard
Track your book sales, royalty earnings, and distribution status through your personal author dashboard. Full visibility, zero guesswork — you always know exactly how your book is performing.
See Author Dashboard →Book Marketing & Promotion
Publishing your book is only the beginning. Our book marketing team helps you reach readers through Amazon Sponsored Ads, social media promotion, book launch events, reader review campaigns, and author branding services.
Explore Book Marketing →Author Website Creation
Build your identity as an author with a professional author website — your own space on the internet to showcase your books, share your story, collect reader feedback, and grow your personal brand as a published author in India.
View Premium Package →Everything your book needs — under one roof
Editing · Cover Design · ISBN · Printing · Distribution · Marketing · Author Website
UNDERSTANDING SELF PUBLISHING
What is Self Publishing in India?
Everything you need to know about publishing your book independently in India — and why 5,000+ authors chose Astitva Prakashan.
Self publishing in India is the process by which an author independently publishes their own book without going through a traditional publishing house. Instead of waiting years for a publisher to accept your manuscript, self publishing gives every writer in India the freedom to bring their story to the world on their own terms — with full creative control, complete copyright ownership, and 100% of the royalties.
Over the last decade, self publishing in India has grown dramatically. With over 90,000 books published annually in India and traditional publishers accepting less than 1% of submitted manuscripts, self publishing has become the preferred route for thousands of first-time authors, academics, poets, and established writers alike. From Hindi novels and Marathi poetry to English fiction and academic research — every genre, every language, every story now has a path to publication.
At Astitva Prakashan, we handle every step of the publishing process for you — professional manuscript editing, custom book cover design, ISBN registration, interior formatting, paperback and hardcover printing, eBook conversion, and worldwide distribution across Amazon India, Flipkart, Google Play Books, Apple Books, and 150+ countries. You focus on writing. We handle everything else.
Self publishing in India is not just for established authors. At Astitva Prakashan, our community of 5,000+ published authors includes first-time writers, retired professionals, school teachers, doctors, lawyers, yoga instructors, journalists, actors, and students — united by one goal: sharing their story with the world. If you have written it, we will publish it.
"Astitva Prakashan has carved a niche in the industry by offering end-to-end services to aspiring authors."
— Zee News
* Traditional publishing accepts less than 1% of submitted manuscripts in India
REAL AUTHORS. REAL STORIES.
Authors Who Published Their Book with Astitva Prakashan
From first-time authors to established thought leaders — thousands of writers have trusted Astitva Prakashan to bring their stories to the world. Here is what they say.
Notable Authors Published by Astitva Prakashan
Maa Ananda Sarita
Tantra Teacher & Author
Dr. Vaidehi Taman
Journalist · Forbes Recognised
Manojit Majumdar
Business Strategist · 40 Countries
Shilpa Patil
Yoga Teacher & Author
Ugesh Sarcar
India's #1 Mentalist
Rajneesh Dubey
Actor & Writer
Our Authors Featured In:
What Our Authors Say
Working with the team of Astitva Prakashan was a refreshing experience. Good to see defined systems and process and responsible people managing their respective job. I recently got my second book published with Astitva Prakashan.
Manojit Majumdar
Business Strategist · 2× Published Author
Everything was delivered on time without delay — cover design, ISBN allotment, listing on all platforms, and the book launch. The Project Manager and the Owner are polite and humble, and they take the author's views seriously.
Aashish Kumar
Published Author
From the very beginning, Vikram Sir, my project manager Yogesh Sir, and the entire team demonstrated professionalism, transparency, and genuine passion for bringing my book — The Master Who Ignited Millions — to life.
Alendra Rana
Author · The Master Who Ignited Millions
I had the opportunity to publish both of my books with Astitva and the experience was nothing short of amazing. From the very beginning, the team was supportive, professional and transparent at every step.
Rajala Harshitha
2× Published Author
Publishing my book "The Sacred Alphabet" with Astitva Prakashan was a great experience. The team is cooperative, responsive, and genuinely passionate about helping authors bring their ideas to life.
Jay Bothra
Author · The Sacred Alphabet
I am grateful to Astitva Prakashan for being a part of my author journey and helping bring my book to life. I would highly recommend them to any aspiring writer looking for a reliable and supportive publishing partner.
Manoj Kumar Yadav
Published Author
Every manuscript we receive represents someone's dream, and we treat it with the respect it deserves.
Vikram Singh Thakur
Managing Head & Co-Founder, Astitva Prakashan
Your name could be on this list next.
Join 5,000+ authors who have published their book with Astitva Prakashan. Submit your manuscript today.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
Self Publishing Cost in India — Transparent Pricing by Astitva Prakashan
No hidden charges. No royalty deductions. No surprises. Choose a package that fits your goals — every plan includes ISBN, Amazon & Flipkart listing, author dashboard, and 100% royalties.
Up to 15% discount unlocked when your manuscript shows strong market potential
BASIC
₹12,999
Publish and sell worldwide with all necessary services
What's Included
ECONOMY
₹19,999
Author branding along with all basic publishing services
What's Included
ECONOMY+
₹29,999
Expert editing to polish your content before publishing
What's Included
PREMIUM
₹49,999
Complete 360° publishing — content, branding & marketing
What's Included
PREMIUM+
₹69,999
Maximum audience reach across all major platforms
What's Included
ULTIMATE
₹1,19,999
Full offline & online presence across all retail channels
What's Included
✅ Every Package Includes — Without Exception
Not sure which package is right for your book? Call us on +91-7898160321 or email publish@astitvaprakashan.com — our publishing consultants will guide you to the right plan.
SIMPLE 4-STEP PROCESS
How to Self Publish a Book in India — Complete Step by Step Process
Publishing your book in India has never been this straightforward. Here is exactly what happens from the moment you contact us to the day your book goes live.
Submit Your Manuscript
Day 1Your publishing journey begins with a single step — sharing your manuscript with us. Simply fill out our online submission form with your basic details and upload your manuscript in any format (Word, PDF, Google Docs). Our publishing consultant will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your book, your goals, and the best publishing package for your needs.
No prior publishing experience required. No rejection. No gatekeepers. Every manuscript — fiction, non-fiction, poetry, academic, Hindi, English, or regional language — is welcome.
What You Need
Choose Your Publishing Package
Day 1–2Based on your genre, target audience, and budget, choose from our range of self publishing packages. Each package includes a carefully designed combination of services — from basic editing and cover design to premium packages with author website, book marketing, and Amazon Sponsored Ads.
Our publishing consultant personally guides you through the packages so you select exactly what your book needs — and never pay for services you do not require.
Starter
First-time authors
Standard ⭐
Most popular
Premium
Full author brand
We Handle the Entire Production
Day 3–13Once your package is confirmed, our production team begins immediately. Your manuscript goes through professional editing, followed by interior typesetting and formatting. Our designers create your custom book cover built specifically for your genre and target readers.
Simultaneously, we register your free ISBN barcode and prepare your book for both paperback printing and eBook conversion — every format, every platform, handled entirely by our team. You review and approve before anything goes live.
Production Timeline
Your Book Goes Live — You Start Earning
Day 15On Day 15, your book is live and available for purchase across all distribution platforms. You receive your physical author copies. Your personal author dashboard activates — showing real-time sales data, platform-wise performance reports, and monthly royalty statements sent directly to your account.
Publication is not the finish line — it is the starting point. Our post-publication support team remains available to help you with reprints, new editions, book marketing campaigns, and growing your readership across India and beyond.
Your Book Goes Live On
Ready to begin? Your manuscript is one form away from becoming a published book.
Learn More About How to Publish →Free consultation · No commitment · Response within 24 hours
EVERYTHING UNDER ONE ROOF
Complete Book Publishing Services Included with Every Package
From your raw manuscript to a professionally published book available worldwide — every service you need is handled in-house by our expert team. No outsourcing. No delays. No running between vendors.
Editorial Services
Manuscript Editing
Line-by-line review of grammar, sentence structure, readability, and flow. Available up to complete manuscript in Ultimate package.
Proofreading
Final pass for spelling errors, punctuation mistakes, and typographical inconsistencies before your book goes to print.
Publication Certificate
An official certificate of publication issued to every author — a permanent record of your book being published with Astitva Prakashan.
Design & Production
Custom Book Cover Design
Genre-specific, market-ready front and back cover designed by professional book cover artists — Basic, Advanced, or Premium quality depending on your package.
Interior Typesetting & Formatting
Professional interior layout with correct margins, font pairing, chapter headings, and print-ready formatting — for both paperback and eBook formats.
eBook Conversion
Your manuscript is converted into EPUB and MOBI formats for Kindle, Google Play Books, Apple Books, Kobo, and all major eBook platforms worldwide.
Paperback & Hardback Printing
High-quality paperback printing in all packages. Hardback with dust jacket available from Premium package onwards — printed on demand with no minimum order quantity.
Digital Proof & Author Approval
Before printing or going live, you receive a complete digital proof of your book — cover and interior — for your review and approval. Nothing publishes without your sign-off.
Full Colour Interior Printing
Full colour interior printing available in the Ultimate package — ideal for children's books, art books, photography books, illustrated guides, and academic textbooks.
ISBN, Copyright & Legal
Free ISBN Registration
Every book published with us receives a free International Standard Book Number — the unique identifier that makes your book searchable in every online and offline bookstore globally.
Author Copyright Ownership
Your intellectual property remains entirely yours. Astitva Prakashan never claims any ownership over your manuscript, story, characters, or published work.
Government Copyright Registration
Formal copyright registration with the Government of India — available from Premium package onwards — giving your work legal protection across the country.
Distribution & Sales
Amazon India & Flipkart Listing
Your book gets a fully optimised product listing on Amazon India and Flipkart — India's two largest online book marketplaces — with title, description, author bio, and cover image.
Amazon International Distribution
Your book is made available on Amazon UK, Amazon US, Amazon Germany, and other international Amazon marketplaces — reaching Indian diaspora readers and global audiences simultaneously.
Amazon Prime Listing
Prime-eligible listing means faster delivery for buyers — significantly increasing purchase conversion rates. Available from 3 months up to lifetime depending on your package.
Google Play Books & Apple Books
Your eBook is listed on Google Play Books and Apple Books — two of the fastest-growing digital reading platforms with millions of active readers in India and worldwide.
Kobo, Smashwords & More
From Economy package onwards, your eBook is distributed to Kobo, iBooks, Smashwords, Scribd, and Vivlio — expanding your reach to international readers beyond Amazon.
Unlimited Inventory & Lifetime Stock
Print-on-demand means your book is never out of stock. Every order is printed and dispatched on demand — no upfront bulk printing costs, no warehouse fees, no inventory headaches.
Marketing & Author Promotion
Social Media Marketing
Promotional posts about your book across Astitva Prakashan's social media channels — reaching our community of 200,000+ followers on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Book Release Article
A dedicated article announcing the release of your book — published on the Astitva Prakashan website and shared across our digital network to drive initial sales momentum.
Goodreads Listing
Your book is listed on Goodreads — the world's largest book community with 150 million registered readers — making it discoverable to avid readers globally.
Press Release Distribution
Press release distributed to 40+ news channels in Premium+ package and ANI wire distribution to 200+ channels in Ultimate — putting your book in front of journalists and media houses across India.
Amazon Sponsored & Display Ads
Paid Amazon advertising campaigns that place your book directly in front of readers searching for similar titles — the most effective way to drive consistent book sales on Amazon India.
Author Website Creation
A dedicated author website to showcase your books, share your biography, collect reader enquiries, and build your personal brand as a published author — available from Premium package.
Every service listed above is handled in-house — by our team, for your book
No third-party vendors. No coordination headaches. One team, one process, one point of contact — from raw manuscript to published book.
PUBLISH IN ANY INDIAN LANGUAGE
Self Publishing Hindi Books & Regional Language Books in India
India has 22 official languages and hundreds of dialects — yet most publishing companies only serve English authors. At Astitva Prakashan, every Indian language gets the same professional publishing treatment.
हिंदी Self Publishing Hindi Books in India
Hindi is the most widely spoken language in India with over 600 million speakers — yet Hindi literature remains chronically underserved by mainstream publishing houses. Most traditional publishers prioritise English manuscripts, leaving thousands of talented Hindi writers without a credible publishing partner.
Astitva Prakashan specialises in Hindi book publishing across every genre — Hindi novels, Hindi poetry collections, Hindi short story anthologies, Hindi self-help books, Hindi spiritual texts, Hindi biographies, and Hindi academic manuscripts. Our editorial team includes Hindi-fluent editors who understand the nuances of Devanagari script, Hindi idioms, and regional dialects — ensuring your manuscript is edited with cultural accuracy, not just grammatical correctness.
Your Hindi book receives the same professional cover design, interior typesetting in Devanagari, ISBN registration, and Amazon India listing as any English title — with complete royalties paid directly to you every month.
Regional Language Book Publishing in India
Beyond Hindi, India's literary richness spans Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, Odia, Urdu, and dozens of other regional languages. Authors writing in these languages often face an even steeper wall — traditional publishers rarely have the editorial infrastructure to handle regional scripts with the care they deserve.
At Astitva Prakashan, regional language manuscripts are welcomed without hesitation. We work with authors writing in all major Indian scripts — Devanagari, Bengali script, Tamil script, Telugu script, Gujarati script, Gurmukhi, and more. Your regional language book deserves to be on Amazon India, in Indian bookstores, and in the hands of readers who have been waiting for exactly your story.
"India's greatest untold stories are not being written in English. They are being written in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, and Tamil — by authors who simply needed someone to believe in their work."
— Astitva Prakashan Publishing Team
Languages We Publish In
Hindi
हिंदी · Devanagari
English
All genres
Marathi
मराठी · Devanagari
Bengali
বাংলা · Bengali script
Gujarati
ગુજરાતી · Gujarati script
Tamil
தமிழ் · Tamil script
Telugu
తెలుగు · Telugu script
Punjabi
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ · Gurmukhi
Kannada
ಕನ್ನಡ · Kannada script
Urdu
اردو · Nastaliq script
Malayalam
മലയാളം · Malayalam script
Odia
ଓଡ଼ିଆ · Odia script
Hindi Genres We Publish
For Hindi & Regional Authors
Devanagari & regional script typesetting handled in-house
Hindi-fluent editors who understand regional dialects and idioms
Amazon India listing with Hindi title, description & keywords
Consulting available in Hindi — call or WhatsApp us directly
Same pricing as English books — no language premium charged
हिंदी में लिखा है? हम प्रकाशित करेंगे।
Written in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali or any regional language? Submit your manuscript today — we publish in every Indian language.
GLOBAL BOOK DISTRIBUTION
Book Distribution in India — Sell on Amazon, Flipkart & 150+ Countries
Publishing your book is only valuable if readers can find it and buy it. Astitva Prakashan ensures your book is available for purchase everywhere your readers already shop — in India and across the world.
We List Your Book
Once your book is published, our distribution team creates optimised listings on every platform — with your book title, author name, description, genre categories, keywords, cover image, and pricing. A well-optimised listing is what makes readers discover your book organically without any advertising spend.
Reader Places an Order
When a reader finds your book on Amazon India, Flipkart, or any other platform and places an order, the platform processes the payment automatically. You do not need to handle any transaction, shipping, or customer service — the platform and our print-on-demand infrastructure manages everything end to end.
You Receive Your Royalty
Every copy sold generates a royalty that is tracked in real time on your author dashboard. Platform-wise sales reports update automatically so you always know exactly where your book is selling, at what price, and how much you have earned. Royalties are paid directly to your bank account every month — no delays, no deductions.
HOW PRINT-ON-DEMAND WORKS
No Upfront Printing Costs. No Warehouse. No Wastage.
Traditional publishing requires authors to print thousands of copies upfront and store them in a warehouse — a massive financial risk if the books do not sell. With Astitva Prakashan's print-on-demand model, your book is printed only when a reader orders it.
This means zero inventory investment from you, zero storage costs, zero risk of unsold stock — and your book permanently available for purchase with no minimum order quantities and no expiry date on your listing. Your book stays live and purchasable for life.
No minimum print run required
Sell 1 copy or 10,000 — the process is identical
Book never goes out of stock
Available for purchase 24/7 across all platforms
Zero warehouse or storage fees
No physical inventory — printed fresh per order
Update your book anytime
New edition? Second print? Easy to update
Where Your Book Will Be Available
India — Online Retail
Amazon India
Paperback + Kindle
Flipkart
Paperback + eBook
Astitva Store
Publisher's website. Keep maximum profit.
ClassicShelf
Premium online bookstore.
Meesho
India's fastest growing platform.
International — eBook & Print
Amazon International
UK, US, Germany & more
Google Play Books
Android users worldwide
Apple Books
iPhone & iPad readers
Kobo
Canada, Europe & Asia
Scribd
Subscription reading platform
Ingram
Global library & retail network
Smashwords
Independent book retailers
Goodreads
World's largest book community
Reaching the Indian Diaspora Worldwide
Over 32 million Indians live outside India — in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, and Singapore. With international Amazon listings and global eBook distribution, your book is discoverable and purchasable by Indian readers worldwide, not just within India. For Hindi and regional language authors in particular, the global Indian diaspora represents a significant and deeply loyal readership.
Your book deserves to be everywhere your readers are. Let us handle the distribution — you focus on writing your next one.
Publish & Distribute Your Book Today →KNOW YOUR OPTIONS
Self Publishing vs Traditional Publishing in India — Which is Right for You?
Before you decide how to publish your book, it helps to understand exactly what each path involves — the timelines, the costs, the creative control, and the royalties. Here is an honest, side-by-side comparison.
| What We Compare | Traditional Publishing | Self Publishing with Astitva Prakashan ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | Less than 1% of manuscripts accepted | ✅ 100% accepted — every manuscript welcome |
| Time to Publication | 18 months to 3 years — if accepted at all | ✅ 15 days from manuscript to live book |
| Royalty Per Book Sold | 5%–15% royalty — after publisher recovers costs | ✅ Up to 100% royalties paid directly to you |
| Creative Control | Publisher decides cover, title, content edits & pricing | ✅ You own every decision — cover, price, content |
| Upfront Cost to Author | ₹0 upfront — but your manuscript may wait years | ✅ One transparent package fee — no hidden charges |
| Copyright Ownership | Publisher often holds rights for 5–10 years or more | ✅ You retain 100% copyright — always |
| ISBN Registration | Registered in publisher's name, not yours | ✅ Free ISBN registered in your name as author |
| Distribution Reach | Select bookstores — limited to publisher's network | ✅ Amazon, Flipkart, Google Play, Apple Books & 150+ countries |
| Sales Transparency | Quarterly statements — no real-time visibility | ✅ Online author dashboard — real-time sales tracking |
| Hindi & Regional Language Books | Rarely accepted — most publishers focus on English | ✅ All Indian languages accepted and published |
| Book Marketing Support | Minimal — authors must self-promote anyway | ✅ Social media, press releases, Amazon ads & more |
| First-Time Authors | Almost never accepted without an agent or prior credits | ✅ First-time authors are our most valued authors |
The Reality of Traditional Publishing
Traditional publishing in India is extraordinarily difficult to break into. A first-time author without an established reputation, a literary agent, or existing media presence faces a near-impossible barrier. Most manuscripts submitted to large Indian publishers are rejected without even being read in full.
Even if a manuscript is accepted, the author surrenders creative control over the cover, title, pricing, and marketing strategy. Royalties of 5%–15% are paid only after the publisher has recovered their investment — which may take years. Sales data arrives quarterly, with no real-time access for the author.
For most Indian authors, traditional publishing is not a realistic option — it is a lottery.
The Self Publishing Advantage in 2025
Self publishing in India has undergone a complete transformation over the past decade. What was once seen as a last resort for rejected authors is now the deliberate first choice of thought leaders, academics, entrepreneurs, poets, and storytellers who want full control over their work and their earnings.
With Astitva Prakashan, self publishing means professional editing, award-worthy cover design, global distribution on Amazon and Flipkart, and a live author dashboard — all combined with 100% royalties and full copyright ownership from day one.
Self publishing is no longer the alternative. For most Indian authors, it is the smarter choice.
IS SELF PUBLISHING RIGHT FOR YOU?
Self Publishing is the Right Choice If You Are...
A first-time author ready to see your book in print
A Hindi or regional language author underserved by mainstream publishers
A professional, entrepreneur or consultant building your personal brand through a book
A poet, academic or spiritual writer with a niche audience that mainstream publishers ignore
Someone who wants royalties now — not in 2 years
A retired professional, teacher or expert with a lifetime of knowledge worth sharing
An author who wants full creative control — cover, title, pricing, and content
Someone who has already been rejected by traditional publishers and deserves a better path
The question is not whether your story deserves to be published. It does. The question is how fast you want it in the hands of readers.
BOOKS PUBLISHED BY ASTITVA PRAKASHAN
Featured Books Published Through Self Publishing in India
From gripping fiction and psychological thrillers to business leadership, spiritual wisdom, and Hindi poetry — every genre, every language, every dream. These are real books by real authors, published through Astitva Prakashan.
Astitva Prakashan has published books across Fiction, Non-Fiction, Poetry, Self-Help, Business, Academic, Spiritual, Children's, Horror, Romance, Hindi, Marathi and more — across 5,000+ titles and counting.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions — Self Publishing in India
Everything first-time and experienced authors ask us before publishing their book with Astitva Prakashan.
What is self publishing in India?
Self publishing in India means publishing your book independently — without submitting to a traditional publishing house or waiting for acceptance. You work directly with a self publishing company like Astitva Prakashan, which handles all professional services including editing, cover design, ISBN registration, printing, and distribution across platforms like Amazon India and Flipkart. You retain full copyright ownership and receive 100% of your royalties. Self publishing has grown rapidly in India over the last decade and is now the preferred route for thousands of first-time and experienced authors across every genre and language.
How much does it cost to self publish a book in India?
At Astitva Prakashan, self publishing packages start from ₹12,999 and go up to ₹1,19,999 depending on the services included. Every package covers ISBN registration, cover design, interior formatting, print copies, eBook conversion, and distribution on Amazon India and Flipkart. Higher packages include professional editing, government copyright registration, press releases, Amazon Prime listing, author website creation, and more. There are no hidden charges and no royalty deductions — the package fee is a one-time investment. You can compare all packages in detail here.
How long does it take to publish a book in India with Astitva Prakashan?
Once you submit your manuscript and confirm your package, Astitva Prakashan completes the full publishing process in 15 days. This covers editing (Days 3–5), cover design and interior layout (Days 5–8), ISBN allocation and eBook conversion (Days 8–10), and your approval round and final upload (Days 10–13). Your book goes live on Amazon India and other platforms on Day 15. This is significantly faster than traditional publishing in India, which typically takes 18 months to 3 years — if your manuscript is accepted at all.
Do I keep the copyright of my book when I self publish?
Yes — 100%. When you self publish with Astitva Prakashan, you retain complete copyright ownership of your work at all times. No rights are transferred to us. This is one of the most important advantages of self publishing over traditional publishing, where a publisher often holds exclusive rights to your book for 5 to 10 years or more. Higher packages also include formal government copyright registration, giving your book legal protection under the Copyright Act of India.
What is an ISBN and do I need one to publish a book in India?
An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a unique 13-digit identifier assigned to every published book. It is required for your book to be listed on Amazon India, Flipkart, and other retail platforms, and for libraries and bookstores to stock and order your title. Without an ISBN, your book cannot be distributed commercially. At Astitva Prakashan, a free ISBN is included in every package and is registered in your name as the author — not in the publisher's name, as is common with traditional publishers.
Can I self publish a Hindi book or regional language book in India?
Absolutely. Astitva Prakashan publishes books in Hindi, English, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Kannada, Malayalam, Urdu, Odia, and all major Indian languages. Our editorial team includes Hindi-fluent editors and regional language specialists who handle Devanagari and other scripts with full accuracy. Hindi novels, Hindi poetry collections, Hindi self-help books, and regional language manuscripts are all welcome — at the same pricing and with the same quality as English books. Consulting is also available in Hindi via phone and WhatsApp.
How much royalty will I earn from my self published book in India?
With Astitva Prakashan, you earn up to 100% royalties on every copy sold — far more than the 5%–15% offered by traditional publishers. Royalties are calculated based on the platform and pricing of each sale and are tracked in real time on your personal author dashboard. Payments are made directly to your bank account every month with full transparency. You can also use our royalty calculator to estimate your earnings before you publish.
Is self publishing legitimate and credible in India?
Yes — self publishing is fully legitimate in India and is increasingly the chosen route for serious authors, academics, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs. Your self published book receives a real ISBN, is listed on Amazon India and Flipkart with a professional listing, and is available in both print and eBook formats worldwide. Astitva Prakashan has been featured in Zee News and has published over 5,000 books across 8+ years — including titles by Forbes-recognised authors, CEOs, doctors, journalists, and award-winning writers. Self publishing carries no stigma — the quality of your book is what matters, and that is entirely within your control.
What is the difference between self publishing and vanity publishing in India?
This is an important distinction. Vanity publishing companies charge authors high fees but provide little real value — poor editing, generic cover design, minimal distribution, and no royalty transparency. Legitimate self publishing companies like Astitva Prakashan offer professional editorial and design services, real distribution on major platforms, a live author dashboard, and full royalty payouts. The key differences to look for are: does the company offer a transparent package with itemised services, do they register the ISBN in your name, and do you receive real-time sales data? If the answer to all three is yes, you are working with a credible self publishing partner.
Can a first-time author self publish a book in India?
Absolutely — and first-time authors are among our most valued publishing partners. You do not need prior publication credits, a literary agent, a media following, or any publishing experience to publish your book with Astitva Prakashan. Every manuscript is welcome regardless of genre, language, length, or the author's background. We have published debut novels, first poetry collections, first business books, and first spiritual guides — all by authors who had never published before. Our team guides you through every step of the process from day one.
Will my book be available on Amazon India and Flipkart after publishing?
Yes — Amazon India and Flipkart listings are included in every Astitva Prakashan package. Your book is listed in both paperback and eBook formats, with an optimised title, description, genre categories, and keywords to help readers find it organically. Higher packages also include Amazon Prime eligibility (faster delivery badge), Amazon Sponsored Ads, and Amazon A+ content (enhanced product listing). Beyond India, your book is also distributed to Google Play Books, Apple Books, Kobo, Ingram, Barnes & Noble, and 150+ countries globally.
How do I submit my manuscript to Astitva Prakashan to start publishing?
Submitting your manuscript is simple. Visit our submission page, fill in your name, email, phone number, and a brief description of your book, and upload your manuscript in any format — Word, PDF, or Google Docs. Our publishing consultant will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your manuscript, recommend the right package, and answer any questions. You can also reach us directly by calling or WhatsApp on +91-7898160321 or by emailing publish@astitvaprakashan.com.