Apply ISBN

Purpose

An International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is a unique code for the identification of books, which is used whenever information on books needs to be recorded or communicated.

The applications of ISBNs for the USJ are assigned by the Library.

An ISBN should be assigned to:
– Printed books and pamphlets.
– New edition of a book (change of format – such as microform, large print, change of binding – such as paperback, hardbound, change of title, author or publisher, change in size, text or illustrations, etc).
– Non-printed materials: microform publications, educational videos or movies, audio books, electronic publications etc.
– Mixed media publications.

 

ISBN Application Instructions

Dear Authors and Publishers,

Thank you for choosing our publishing house for your book publication. To successfully apply for an ISBN (International Standard Book Number), please follow the steps below to prepare the necessary documents:

 

  1. Prepare the Documents for the Published Book:

          - Complete manuscript (including cover design and interior layout).

          - Book synopsis and content outline.

          - Author biography and contact information.

          - Any relevant illustrations or images (if applicable).

 

  1. Provide Required ISBN Application Information:

          - Book Title:

          - Edition:

          - Language:

         - Page Count:

         - Binding Type: Hard Cover / Paperback

          - Publication and Printing Date:

          - Release Date:

          - Printing Quantity:

          - Price:

          - Currency:

          - Printing Company, and Printing Location

          - Remarks:

 

  1. Submit Your Application:

          - Send the completed ISBN application form along with all necessary documents via email to our publishing department (university.press@usj.edu.mo).

 

  1. Await Review:

         - We will review your application within 5 working days of receipt and will contact you to confirm the allocation of your ISBN.

 

  1. Receive Your ISBN:

          - Once your application is approved, you will receive your ISBN number, which can be used on your                   book.

 

Note: The Cover Page and the Copyright Page in PDF format are required parts of the application. 

 

Please ensure that the copyright page includes the publication and printing date, release date, printing company, and printing location, as these details are required for the ISBN application.

 

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact our customer service team.

 

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to your successful publication!