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Barnes and Noble Self Publishers is a private, independent company that provides writing, editing, design, publishing support, and marketing guidance. We are not Barnes & Noble, Inc., the Barnes & Noble bookstore retail chain, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Nook, or any Barnes & Noble subsidiary. We are not owned by, operated by, franchised by, affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or authorized by Barnes & Noble or any of its affiliates.
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Services offered by Barnes and Noble Self Publishers involve planning, creative work, consultation, and support. We do not warrant, promise, or guarantee specific outcomes, including but not limited to: book sales volume or velocity; bestseller, “#1,” or chart status on any retailer; acceptance, approval, or continued listing by Amazon, Audible, Apple, Google, Kobo, Ingram, or any other platform; bookstore placement; media coverage; reviews; awards; website traffic; email list growth; audience engagement; royalties; or income or profit from your book or brand.
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