Ebooks or Electronic books are self-contained "executable" files of HTML. This HTML may be a web site you've created or HTML you've specifically prepared to be compiled into a downloadable .exe file for distribution. When downloaded, this file will self install on your clients desktop. Ebooks are completely interactive with the Internet and can contain live links, graphics, forms, JavaScript, embedded video, can be protected via password/userid, search capabilities and more. This self-contained executable file can be distributed in a number of ways; CD, floppy disk, download, etc. All ebook compilation software is not created equal. Make sure you review its capabilities before your purchase. Ebooks can provide the Internet marketer one of the best promotional tools online. With its vast variety of uses, just one quality ebook development and distribution can produce an on going viral marketing tool. Your ebook can literally be viewed by millions simply by giving it away. Suggested Uses: - Marketing - Provide your sales network with your complete sales presentation to freely
distribute with their ID to track sales. - Promotion - Provide valuable information on a specific subject to bring traffic to your
site. - Ezine Archives - Ezine publishers can provide their publication archives to enable
subscribers to read back issues on their desktop, visit your web site, subscribe, submit ads, etc. - Catalogs - Provide a desktop catalog for you customers to view on their desktop. You
can even provide a form to accept orders right through your ebook. - How To Manuals - Provide your affiliates with a complete "how to" manual for
marketing, advertising and promoting your products. - Electronic Books - Writers can offer their books in an electronic version.
- Web Site - Create an electronic version of your web site to place on disk and be
viewed on your clients desktop. - Instructional - Provide an electronic training manual.
Creating an ebook is just like creating a web site. Simply create your HTML pages just like you would for your web site. Make sure you select a good software package that allows you to include hyperlinks, graphics, search, forms, etc. Keep in mind, the more professional, content rich your ebook, the more exposure it will receive. There are several software packages available online to assist you in compiling your ebook. Prices range from $29.95 -- $149. Some people use these "paid" ebook compiler: -
E-ditor Ebook Edit Pro -
Activ E-book -
WebCompiler For massive exposure, select a subject with a broad appeal. If your site's focus is on web site traffic, consider creating an ebook on generating traffic. I.E. "A complete "how to" guide to generating massive traffic to your site". Include several references to your site throughout your ebook such as; "For even more great traffic generating tips, visit "Traffic Tips" Your complete source for generating massive traffic to your web site. http://www.yoursite.com" or "Winning awards can dramatically increase traffic to your site. Tips for creating your e-book: - Create a directory on your computer to include ALL the files for your Ebook.
These files will include HTML, graphics, backgrounds, etc. - Ebooks should contain mainly text. Try to limit your banners to one per page.
To keep your file size down, you may want to use only non-animated banners. - Make sure your pages are viewable through any screen size.
- Include good navigational links throughout your pages.
- Use spell check to search for any possible spelling errors.
- For massive distribution, make sure you include a short paragraph on your main page in regard to your copyrights and distribution. I.E., This Ebook may be freely distributed.
If you want to learn creating ebook by using Free eBook Compilers, you may try these: - Box Builder
- E-Book Builder
- Natata Free E-Book Compiler
- Free E-Book Creator
- Gymnast 3.5
- SBook Builder
- Ebookie
- Easy PDF
- Ebook Shell
All those ebook compilers above are free, and you can search all of them on the internet. Have a nice ebooking! |
