ISBN-13

The New ISBN-13

Effective 1 January 2007, the length of the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) will officially change from 10 to 13 digits. Leading up to full implementation, the publishing industry will begin using 13-digit ISBNs while phasing out the use of 10-digit ISBNs. Ultimately, publishers’ products will be identified only with a 13-digit ISBN. Learn more about ISBN-13 and how it will affect book ordering and labelling by exploring the links below.

Please check this page regularly for updates.

• Pearson Solution
• ISBN-13 Frequently Asked Questions
• ISBN-13 and Book Ordering
• ISBN-13 and Book Labelling
• ISBN-13 Readiness Surveys:
• Pearson Education Canada
• Penguin Group (Canada)