Rating eBook Compilers

Rating eBook Compilers

Part Ten: Now that you've finished writing your eBook and have
a basic understanding of what an eBook compiler does,
you may be feeling overwhelmed by the number of compilers
on the market. To help you make your decision, I have tested
and reviewed the best-rated eBook compilers currently available.

* E-ditor

This software has a demo version that you can download
to try out before purchasing. You can't actually use the demo
to create an eBook, but you can run the software and test it out
thoroughly to see if it does what you need it to do for your
particular eBook.

This eBook compiler is one of the easiest to use. The software
has a very user-friendly help menu that provides instructions
for and explanations of every field on every screen. The
program also includes video tutorials demonstrating every step
of this compiler with clear explanations of all fields that need to
be filled out. There are 7 screens that you use to choose your
eBook options.

This compiler requires your files to be in HTML format.
You follow simple directions, and the compiler loads your files.
If you decide to edit your eBook after it has been compiled,
make any changes in your original files and click on
"Compile you eBook" and your changes will appear in your
compiled eBook.

E-editor allows for some customization of your eBook.
You can create a special page that appears when the
eBook is opened; create customized icons that appear
on the desktop after downloading; use your own logo
on the task bar of your eBook; customize the task
bar's buttons, where the task bar appears in your eBook,
and choose the task bar's colors. Additionally, you can
choose to have the eBook open to the last page read,
which many of your buyers will appreciate.

An excellent and unique feature of E-ditor is the capability
to choose a standard Microsoft window or to create your
own design for a window to personalize your eBook. The
program provides some sample window designs, but you
can use any .bmp (bit map skin) graphic you have stored
on your hard drive.

E-ditor is a good choice if you are new at producing eBooks
because it is easy to use and allows you to customize the
appearance of your eBook.

* Desktop Author

This compiler does not require a browser, nor do you have to
download software or plug-ins. The program converts exe.
files into pages that look like a standard book. You can create
and produce eBook pages scaled to fit on your computer
screen without any scrolling. Additional features include
WYSIWGY (what you see is what you get) page editing
and creation, the ability to manipulate internal images, cut and
paste functions, hotlinks to pages, email, website, or other
files. It is an excellent compiler to use as a marketing tool,
such as creating brochures and manuals in addition to eBooks.

* EBook Edit Pro

This compiler provides a demo version, which allows
you to test out its features. The software uses a
Wizard that leads you step-by-step through the set-up
and creation of your eBook. Customization includes
text editing that appears on the pop-up starting message
window; the ability to allow or prevent resizing of your
book and the mouse-click pop-up menu; enabling or
disabling the navigation bar and choosing the
buttons you want to appear; and customizing the
eBook's desktop icon and the logo that appears on the
navigation bar.

Ebook Edit Pro is loaded with excellent features that
allow you to create multi-media Ebooks, and includes
a Wizard that is customized for beginners and for
advanced users. The software uses HTML files,
downloading them from the directory where they are
saved. Edit and resave your files in the original software
used to create those files, and then with a single click
you can re-compile your Ebook.

Features include customization of icons, toolbars, and the
"about box." This compiler has a particularly useful feature
called the Rebrander feature. This permits you to enter
customized code into your Ebook pages and distribute
the Rebrander software to your affiliates or distributors.
They can then customize the links included in the Ebook,
but they can not alter any link or information that you have
not entered a customized code for.

The software includes "eBrand-It" software that allows custom
fields for your customer's name, affiliate ID or URL. This feature
is a powerful marketing tool because affiliates are much happier
giving away your Ebook from their own site when they can customize it.

* Ebook Compiler

This compiler offers a demo version that allows you to compile
10 files. If you don't include graphics, you can create a 10 page
Ebook that allows printing and copying of the Ebook.
The catch is that you can't sell any Ebook you create in the
demo version.

The purchased software is user-friendly with easy-to-follow
help files that not only guide you through the steps of compiling
your Ebook, but also explains what an Ebook compiler does.
The software provides detailed instructions on how to create
source files from Microsoft Word 2000 and 1997,

PowerPoint 2000 and 1997, and HTML documents.
It contains less detailed instructions for creating source files
from other programs.

This compiler allows for password protection of your entire Ebook
or for selected pages. Additionally, you can set a time limit on
your Ebook. When the runs out, the customer no longer has access
unless they pay for it. In other words, it allows you to create a
demo version of your Ebook for marketing purposes.

You can set a single password or multiple passwords. Using
multiple passwords assigns each user their own specific password.
Online help files guide you through setting up your passwords.
You can also create a Sales and Thank-you page for selling a
password protected Ebook. This is a good choice for the novice,
particularly since it includes basic features for password protection
and distribution.

* Activ Ebook Compiler

This is an easy to use compiler that provides excellent features.
This software can support HTML, JPEG, GIF, and all active plug-ins.
Features includes password protection, branding, internet linking,
icon customization, assigning unique serial numbers, splash screen,
file compression, and start-up messages. It also provides free
lifetime upgrades. Additionally, it includes a preprocessor, re-brander,
active script, and detailed instructions for using HTML, Power Point,
and Microsoft Word files.

There are several other excellent Ebook compilers on the market that
are worth looking into.

Ebook Generator features splash screens, password protection,
branding, icon customization, and compression control. Additionally,
it includes virus prevention that alerts the user to any modifications
made to your Ebook and offers usage statistics so you can track your
Ebook's use. With all these advanced features, this is an excellent
compiler for the beginner because it is exceptionally easy to run.

Ebook Creator is another excellent compiler, supporting
HTML, JPEG, GIF, and PNG graphics, and Javascript,
VB script, and Java applets. It also supports all Internet
Explorer plug-ins. Standard features include unique serial
numbers, direct linking to a form or a page on your website,
disabled right clicking, and search functions.

The software allows for expiration after a set number of days or usages,
which allows you to create demo versions. You can create up to
1000 different passwords; every time the Ebook is downloaded, a
unique password is required to access protected pages. The
software provides user-friendly menus and buttons that allow the
beginner to the advanced user to easily create their Ebook.

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