Elizabeth Bear Books

For centuries, the White City has graced the banks of the Moskva River. But in the early years of a twentieth century not quite analogous to our own, a creature even more ancient than Moscow's fort...

The Best of Uncanny

By N. K. Jemisin, Neil Gaiman, Catherynne M. Valente, Ursula Vernon, Lynne M. Thomas, Mary Robinette Kowal, Alyssa Wong, Tran Nguyen, Michael Damian Thomas, Seanan McGuire, Charlie Jane Anders, Elizabeth Bear, Naomi Novik, Aliette De Bodard, Delilah S. Dawson, Kat Howard, Maria Dahvana Headley, Hao Jingfang

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How to Convert ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 (and Vice Versa): A Complete Guide

If you’re in the world of books—whether as a publisher, librarian, bookseller, or avid collector—you’ve likely come across the terms ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Understanding these formats and knowing how to convert between them is essential for maintaining consistency and compatibility in book records. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about ISBN conversions, step by step.

What is an EAN and How Does it Relate to an ISBN?

If you’ve ever purchased a product online or in a store, you’ve likely come across a barcode. Behind these barcodes lies a standardized system that makes modern commerce possible. Two key codes often encountered are the EAN (European Article Number) and ISBN (International Standard Book Number). But what are they, how are they connected, and why are they so crucial? Let’s explore.