Xlibris
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Headquarters | Bloomington , United States |
Key people | Bill Elliot (President) |
| Products | Self-publishing and on-demand printing services (hardcover and paperback books, e-books) |
| Parent | Author Solutions, Inc. |
Xlibris is a provider specializing in self-publishing and on-demand printing services, established in 1997 and headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, USA. By the year 2000, it had been acknowledged by The New York Times as a prominent on-demand publishing company. The organization is currently led by President Bill Elliot.
Overview
Xlibris facilitates the printing and distribution of both hardcover and paperback books, alongside offering publishing solutions for e-books across various digital formats. On January 8, 2009, the company became part of the supported publishing group Author Solutions, Inc.. Prior to this acquisition, Random House held a 49% ownership stake in Xlibris. That same year, Xlibris broadened its reach to include markets in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, simultaneously integrating eBook publishing services.
The brand name is derived from the Latin phrase ex libris, which translates to "from the library of".
Reception
According to a New York Times feature by D.T. Max, Xlibris produced books of higher quality compared to many other self-publishing competitors; however, the website was critiqued for its limited navigational structure, as titles were organized solely in alphabetical order with brief plot summaries. Due to these limitations, Max opted to contact a company representative directly to complete his purchase.