Our PCIP service

Our PCIP Service

Professional, library-oriented cataloging support for independent publishers and self-publishing authors.

Service Professional PCIP block

Prepared for placement on your book’s copyright page.

Turnaround Up to one week

Usually completed within a few days after all information is received.

Pricing $120 new clients

Returning clients pay $70 per PCIP block.

01 What do you provide?

We prepare professional, library-oriented PCIP data blocks for independent publishers and self-publishing authors.

Professional cataloging Bibliographic information prepared with library use and cataloging standards in mind.
Copyright-page ready Delivered in a format designed to be placed inside the published book.
Independent-publisher focused Suitable for authors and publishers who may not qualify for official Library of Congress CIP.
02 How long does it take to receive a PCIP block?

Turnaround is up to one week, and the work is usually completed within a few days once all required information has been received.

Timing note

The turnaround period begins after the complete book information and required page details have been submitted.

03 What does it cost?
New clients $120 per PCIP block
Returning clients $70 per PCIP block
04 How does the process work?
1
Submit your information

Provide the requested book information and page details using the application instructions.

2
Information review

We review the submitted information and identify the bibliographic details needed for the block.

3
PCIP preparation

The professional PCIP data block is prepared for your title.

4
Ready for placement

The completed block is returned in a format ready to place on the copyright page.

05 Can you prepare PCIP if my book is already published?

In many cases, yes. However, PCIP is most useful before printing because it is designed to be placed inside the book.

If your book has already been published, contact us to determine which type of cataloging support is most appropriate for your situation.

For the best result, request PCIP before the book enters its final printing or production stage.
Ready to begin?

Prepare your book for library cataloging

Review the application instructions and submit the information needed to begin your PCIP request.

View application instructions