Print-on-demand technology is an affordable option that removes the risks of self-publishing by allowing you to print books when you sell them, and to make money on each sale. Print-on-demand erases economies of scale—there is no need to purchase large quantities of books to reduce the per-book price, because the printing cost for one book is the same no matter how many you order. Print-on-demand uses digital design files. Once your files are uploaded, it’s possible to produce one book at a time, usually upon receipt of an order. You can learn more on our page dedicated to print-on-demand publishing. Good to know: When using POD for your self-published book, you won’t have to deal with large stacks of books and you won’t face any up-front costs to buy books in advance. Luminare Press uses cutting-edge print-on-demand technology to publish and distribute your book.