Book Publishers, Book Sellers and Distributors in Mumbai
Mumbai is a major Indian centre for educational publishing, book distribution and retail. This directory brings together the names, addresses and historical contact information of book publishers, book agencies, distributors and bookshops in Mumbai.
Mumbai book publishers and book agencies
UBS Publishers' Distributors Pvt Ltd
Address: 2nd Floor, Apeejay Chambers, 5 Wallace Street, Fort, Mumbai - 400001, Maharashtra
Telephone: 66376922 (as listed; area code not supplied)
Asian Books Private Limited
Address: Showrooms 3 and 4, Shilpin Centre-40, G. D. Ambedkar Marg, Wadala, Mumbai - 400031, Maharashtra
Telephone: 022 32037931; 022 24157611
Email: asianbk@mtnl.net.in
Books Planet
Address: 105, K. B. Lal Industrial Estate, Linking Road, Santacruz, Mumbai - 400054, Maharashtra
Telephone: 022 26603580
Email: bambaybooks@yahoo.co.in
International Book House Pvt Ltd
Address: Madam Cama Road, Mumbai - 400039, Maharashtra
Telephone: 022 66242222
Email: eresources@ibhbookstore.com
S. Chand Publishing
Address: Blackle House, 2nd Floor, 103/5, Walchand Hirachand Marg, opposite G.P.O., Mumbai - 400001, Maharashtra
Telephone: 022 22690881; 09820428395
D. R. Parab / Deepak Golatkar (historical listing). Original email was malformed: Mumbai@schandgrup.com; confirm through the publisher before use.
How to choose a book publisher or distributor
Start by identifying whether you need a publisher to produce and market a manuscript, a distributor to supply books to retailers and institutions, or a bookseller to source individual titles. Ask for a current catalogue, subject coverage, availability, delivery terms, return policy and a written quotation.
Authors considering publication should clarify editorial services, print or digital formats, copyright ownership, royalty calculations, distribution rights, promotional commitments and termination clauses in a written agreement. Educational institutions and bulk purchasers should verify editions, ISBNs, invoices and supply timelines.
ISBN, copyright and publishing requirements in India
ISBN: An International Standard Book Number identifies a particular edition and format of a book. In India, ISBN allocation is administered through the Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency for ISBN. Consult the official ISBN portal for current procedures and eligibility. An ISBN is an identifier; it does not itself establish copyright ownership.
Copyright: Original literary works may be protected under the Copyright Act, 1957, subject to its provisions. Copyright generally arises when an eligible original work is created; registration is not mandatory for protection, although registration can provide evidentiary value. The Copyright Office of India provides official guidance on registration and applicable rules.
Publishing contracts: The scope of any licence or assignment, duration, territory, royalties and permitted formats should be clearly recorded. The applicable legal requirements depend on the publication, parties and transaction.
Frequently asked questions
Are these Mumbai business contacts up to date?
Not necessarily. These are preserved directory listings, not real-time verified business records. Check details directly before relying on them.
What is the difference between a publisher and a distributor?
A publisher typically develops or issues books and manages publication rights; a distributor supplies published books to wholesalers, shops, libraries and other buyers. Some businesses perform both roles.
Is an ISBN the same as copyright registration?
No. ISBN identifies a book edition or format, whereas copyright concerns legal rights in original creative work.
This directory is informational and does not constitute an endorsement or legal advice.