How do I make changes to a book after it's published?
Edit the book in your dashboard, upload a corrected file or metadata, and resubmit — Chiify re-reviews and re-delivers the update to your stores.
Last updated 2026-06-15
Yes, you can fix typos, update your cover, change the description, or replace the file after a book is live.
How to update
- Open the book in your dashboard and make your changes — new file, new cover, or edited metadata.
- Resubmit. The update goes through Chiify's 24–48 hour review again.
- Chiify re-delivers the new version to your stores, which apply it on their schedule.
What to know
- Existing buyers generally are not automatically re-sent the new file; some stores offer readers an update, but do not count on it. Get the book right before a big launch.
- Price changes propagate to stores but each retailer applies them on its own timing.
- Major content changes (a substantially different book) should usually be a new edition, not a silent swap.
For a temporary price change
Use the price promotion tool rather than manually editing the price back and forth.
Still need help? Open a ticket from your dashboard or email [email protected] — a real person replies.
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Upload your chapter audio files (MP3 or M4A), a cover, and metadata; Chiify reviews and distributes to audiobook stores. Here's the full process.
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Stores require a clickable navigation TOC so readers can jump between chapters. Chiify builds one automatically when you use heading styles in your DOCX.
Can I schedule a pre-order or set a release date?
Yes — you can schedule a future release so stores list your book for pre-order and launch it automatically on the day. Here's how to plan it.
What is EPUB validation and how do I fix EPUB errors?
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What's the recommended order of pages inside a book?
Front matter (title, copyright, dedication), then the body, then back matter (about the author, also-by). A clean order helps reviews and reader experience.
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