Volant Reads is a literary marketplace that empowers independent authors by providing a platform to sell their works while retaining ownership and receiving the majority of sales revenue.
Anyone can publish on Volant Reads! Volant Reads is a literary marketplace that empowers independent authors by providing a platform to sell their works while retaining ownership and receiving the majority of sales revenue. You do not need to be a member of Volant Reads. Poets, novelists, non-fiction writers, and authors of all genres are welcome.
Make sure you have a completed manuscript and cover image ready before you start the submission process.
Authors receive 90% of net revenue from sales of their works. Net revenue is calculated after payment processing fees, taxes, refunds, and chargebacks. Volant Reads retains 10% to cover platform and processing costs.
Seller Info Track your earnings in real time through your author dashboard.
Yes! Authors retain full ownership and copyright of their works. Volant Reads is a literary marketplace that empowers independent authors by providing a platform to sell their works while retaining ownership and receiving the majority of sales revenue. You grant Volant Reads permission to display and sell your book, but the rights remain yours.
Authors are responsible for promoting their books. We provide you with a store link and book page link that you can share with your audience. Promote your book on social media, your website, email newsletters, and through your personal networks to drive sales.
Promotion Tips: Share your book link on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, writing groups, and email newsletters. The more you share, the more sales you'll generate!
Sales are recorded in real time. You can track your earnings instantly through your author dashboard. Monitor your sales, view your earnings, and see your performance at a glance.
Seller Info Your dashboard shows total sales, revenue, and daily performance charts.
Payouts are issued monthly. You receive your share of sales on a regular, predictable schedule. Payments are made via Mobile Money, Bank Transfer, or other available methods.
Most books are reviewed and approved within 24–48 hours. You will receive an email notification once your book is approved and live in the bookstore. If your submission requires changes, you will be contacted with feedback.
To submit your book, you will need:
Make sure your manuscript (PDF or EPUB) is properly formatted and your cover image is high-quality before submitting.
Yes. You can contact us with updates to your book listing, including price changes, updated manuscript files, or cover image changes. Please email us at reach.volant@gmail.com with your request.
Authors receive 90% of net revenue from sales of their works. Net revenue is calculated after payment processing fees, taxes, refunds, and chargebacks. Volant Reads retains 10% to cover platform and processing costs.
Payouts are issued monthly. You receive your share of sales on a regular schedule. Payments are made via Mobile Money, Bank Transfer, or other available methods.
Sales are recorded in real time. You can track your earnings instantly through your author dashboard. Monitor your sales, view your earnings, and see your performance at a glance.
Purchases are processed through third-party payment providers. Accepted methods typically include credit/debit cards, mobile money, and other available options. Payment details are handled securely by our payment partners.
Digital products are generally non-refundable after download. However, refunds may be considered for duplicate purchases or technical issues. To request a refund, please email reach.volant@gmail.com with your order details, reason, and any supporting evidence.
Please see our Refund Policy for more details.
To purchase a book, simply browse the bookstore, select a book, and click the purchase button. You will be guided through the payment process. After payment, you will be able to download your book immediately.
Yes! Authors have the option to offer their books for free. You can find free books by browsing the bookstore and looking for books marked as "Free". No payment is required to download free books.
Books on Volant Reads are available in PDF or EPUB format. Both work on all devices - computers, tablets, and smartphones. You can read them online in your browser, or download the file to read on your device.
No. Purchased ebooks are for personal use only. Sharing, distributing, or uploading purchased books to any platform is strictly prohibited. This helps protect authors' rights and supports their work.
Yes. Open a book once while you're online and it will be saved automatically to your device. After that, you can read it anytime from My Library - even without an internet connection. Offline copies are saved per device, so open a book once on each device where you want offline access. You'll also need to be signed in to view your library.
Yes. You need to create an account and sign in to purchase and download books. This helps us keep track of your purchases and ensure secure access to books on sale. Registration is quick and free.
To create an account, visit the Sign Up page, fill in your details, and click "Sign Up". You will need a valid email address and a secure password. You can also sign in with your google account. Once registered, you can start browsing and purchasing books.
Yes. We take your privacy seriously. Your data is encrypted and stored securely. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. Please see our Privacy Policy for more details.
To delete your account, please contact us at reach.volant@gmail.com with your request. We will process your request and remove your personal data from our systems in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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