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Smashwords is an eBook self-publishing and distribution platform serving independent authors and publishers.
Bill Kendrick: CTO & Lead DeveloperPast Role: LimeLife, Software Applications Developer
Jim Azevedo: Marketing ManagerPast Role: Bite (now Archetype), Account Manager
About the Company
Smashwords is a distributor of ebooks serving independent authors and publishers. Smashwords allows authors and publishers to digitally publish and distribute ebooks to leading ebook retailers and library distribution platforms including Apple iBooks, Barnes & Noble, OverDrive, Scribd, Kobo, Gardners and Odilo. Authors and publishers upload a
Word doc file which Smashwords converts it into multiple DRM-free ebook formats. Alternatively, Authors and publishers can upload an .epub file. Authors and publishers receive 85% of the proceeds from their works, and retain full control over pricing, metdata and distribution channels.
