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Let’s Talk About the Library of Congress, Part Two
Independent authors can get their books into the Library of Congress (LOC) by applying for a Preassigned Control Number (PCN) through the PrePub Book Link, sending a printed copy once published, and understanding the selection process for inclusion. Quality production and professional reviews can further increase chances of acceptance.
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Let’s Talk About the Library of Congress, Part One
The Library of Congress (LOC) is the U.S. national library, housing over 164 million items, including books, recordings, and maps. It utilizes the Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN) for cataloging, which has been in use since 1898. The Cataloging in Publication (CIP) Program helps publishers by creating pre-publishing bibliographic records.
