ACX selectively supports the ability to choose an on-sale date and set up a pre-order period for exclusive audiobooks as a benefit to ACX rights holders. Although we aim to support all eligible pre-order/on-sale date requests, they are not guaranteed. Keep in mind that we need the specific on-sale date and pre-order start date (if applicable) when requesting this.

Note: For the release date of titles with no pre-order/on-sale date check Sell your audiobook.

In this article:

• What are the requirements to set a pre-order/on-sale date?
• How do I set a pre-order/on-sale date for my ACX audiobook?
• As a producer, how do I request a pre-order for an audiobook I’m producing or narrating?

What are the requirements to set a pre-order/on-sale date?

Eligibility

Only audiobooks with exclusive distribution are eligible to be considered for pre-order/on-sale. At our discretion, we may determine certain audiobooks aren't eligible for pre-order/on-sale.
 

Deadlines for pre-order with on-sale requests

Requests for pre-order/on-sale can be made to ACX support as soon as the title is ‘In Production’ on ACX. Rights holders must submit requests at least 1 week prior to submitting the final audiobook to quality assurance. Audiobooks must be submitted to quality assurance at least 2 weeks before the pre-order start date. The pre-order start date must be at least 2 weeks before the release date, but may be longer. If there is not enough time to allow for a 2-week pre-order period, we will honor your on-sale date without the pre-order period, or you may elect to move your on-sale date out to accommodate a 2-week pre-order period.
 

Deadlines for on-sale requests only

Requests for a specific on-sale date can be made to ACX support as soon as the title is ‘In Production’ on ACX. Rights holders must submit requests at least 1 week prior to submitting the final audiobook to quality assurance. Audiobooks must be submitted to quality assurance at least 2 weeks prior to the requested release date.
 

Review process

Before we create the detail page on Audible, we review your audiobook to ensure it meets our requirements. We encourage you to request your on-sale date early in the production process in the event changes are needed to meet these requirements.

We cannot honor pre-orders/on-sale and or on-sale date requests if an audiobook misses the above submission deadlines, or if the project does not meet our submission requirements.

If you need to adjust your pre-order/on-sale date due to delays or resubmission, please contact support as soon as possible. Otherwise, your pre-order/on-sale may be cancelled if you do not meet the above submission deadlines.

If your pre-order/on-sale date must be moved or cancelled for any reason, Audible customers who purchased the pre-order will be immediately notified of the change. 

How do I set a pre-order/on-sale date for my ACX audiobook?

To request a pre-order/on-sale for your upcoming audiobook, contact our support team. 

As a producer, how do I request a pre-order/on-sale for an audiobook I’m producing or narrating?

Requests for pre-order/on-sale dates can only be submitted by the rights holder. If you’re producing a great title that you think would be a good fit for a pre-order/on-sale, contact your rights holder to work with them on making this request.