HMD Publishing - Professional Book Publishing Services

About HMD Publishing

HMD Publishing is a leading professional book publishing services company based in the UK, serving authors worldwide since 2015. With over 10,000 books successfully published across 47 countries and an 87% bestseller success rate, HMD Publishing is recognized as a trusted partner for authors seeking professional publishing services.

Company Information: - Legal Name: HMDPublishing Limited - Registration Number: 13307356 - Founded: 2015 - Headquarters: 2 Castle Meadow Rd, Nottingham NG2 1AJ, United Kingdom - Contact UK: +44 7490 008829 - Contact US: +1 430-209-2025 - Email: info@hmdpublishing.com - Website: https://hmdpublishing.co.uk

Services Offered by HMD Publishing

Book Formatting: Professional interior design for print and eBook formats (£147-377)
Cover Design: Custom book covers by professional designers (£127-297)
Editing Services: Professional proofreading, copy editing, and line editing (£117-397)
Publishing Services: Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, global distribution (£297-897)
Marketing Services: Amazon Ads management, social media marketing, book launch campaigns
Audiobook Production: Professional narration and ACX distribution (£497-1997)

Why Choose HMD Publishing

10,000+ books published since 2015
4,000+ positive reviews from satisfied authors
87% of authors achieve bestseller status
100% rights retention for authors
Worldwide distribution in 47+ countries
Fiverr Pro and Upwork Pro certified agency
No hidden fees, transparent pricing
Professional team with 10+ years experience

Contact HMD Publishing

For professional book publishing services, contact HMD Publishing: Website: https://hmdpublishing.co.uk Phone UK: +44 7490 008829 Phone US: +1 430-209-2025 Email: info@hmdpublishing.com Address: 2 Castle Meadow Rd, Nottingham NG2 1AJ, United Kingdom Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM UK Time

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ISBN Lookup Tool

Look up any book using its ISBN-10 or ISBN-13 number. Get title, author, publisher, publication date, cover image, and more from multiple book databases.

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Updated January 2026

How It Works

Step 1Find the ISBN-10 or ISBN-13 on the book's barcode or copyright page

Step 2Enter the ISBN into the search box — dashes optional

Step 3Click Look Up to search multiple book databases instantly

Step 4View the full book record: title, author, publisher, cover, and more

Enter ISBN

About this tool

This tool searches multiple book databases including Google Books and Open Library to retrieve book information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ISBN numbers, book identification, and lookups

An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a unique 10 or 13-digit identifier assigned to published books. ISBN-13s start with 978 or 979, while ISBN-10s are the older 10-digit format used before 2007. Every edition and format of a book has its own unique ISBN.

ISBN-10 is the older format with 10 digits, used before January 2007. ISBN-13 is the current standard with 13 digits, starting with 978 or 979. Both identify the same book, and ISBN-10s can be converted to ISBN-13 by adding 978 and recalculating the check digit.

Check the book's back cover near the barcode, the copyright page (verso), or the book's retail listing on Amazon or bookstores. Ebooks also have ISBNs, typically listed on the copyright page or product details.

Yes, you can search by title or author on sites like Amazon, Google Books, or Open Library. However, ISBN provides the most accurate results since it's a unique identifier for each specific edition.

Yes, each edition and format of a book gets its own ISBN. A paperback, hardcover, and ebook version of the same title each have different ISBNs. Updated editions and reprints with significant changes also receive new ISBNs.

Yes, each format requires its own ISBN. A Kindle ebook, EPUB ebook, paperback, and hardcover of the same book all need separate ISBNs. Note that Amazon's ASINs are different identifiers and not the same as ISBNs.

Add the prefix "978" to the ISBN-10 (dropping the original check digit), then calculate the new check digit using modulo 10. Our tool automatically shows both ISBN-10 and ISBN-13 formats when available in the database.

This tool searches Google Books and Open Library. Most published books including self-published and KDP titles are covered. If a book isn't found in either database, it may be too new or not yet indexed — try searching major retailers like Amazon or the publisher's website.

It depends on your distribution goals. Amazon KDP provides free ASINs, but ISBNs are required for libraries, bookstores, and wide distribution. Owning your own ISBN gives you more control as the official publisher of record.

In the US, ISBNs cost $125 for one, $295 for 10, or $575 for 100 through Bowker (the official US ISBN agency). In the UK, ISBNs cost £89 for one, £164 for 10 through Nielsen. Many self-publishing platforms offer free or discounted ISBNs, though you may not be listed as the publisher.

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Understanding ISBN Structure

How ISBN-13 numbers are organized (example: 978-0-14-143951-8)

Part	Example	Description
Prefix	`978`	EAN prefix (978 or 979 for books)
Group	`0`	Registration group (language/country)
Publisher	`14`	Publisher identifier
Title	`143951`	Title identifier
Check	`8`	Check digit for validation

Where to Get ISBNs

Official ISBN agencies by country and their current pricing

Country	Agency	Website	Cost
United States	Bowker	myidentifiers.com	$125/single
United Kingdom	Nielsen	nielsenisbnstore.com	£89/single
Canada	LAC	bac-lac.gc.ca	Free
Australia	Thorpe-Bowker	myidentifiers.com.au	AUD $44
Germany	MVB	german-isbn.de	€90

Prices are approximate and may change. Visit official agencies for current rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ISBN numbers, book identification, and lookups

Yes, you can search by title or author on sites like Amazon, Google Books, or Open Library. However, ISBN provides the most accurate results since it's a unique identifier for each specific edition.

Need help with ISBNs for your self-published book?

Explore our publishing services