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International Standard Numbers

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International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

The ISBN is a unique identifier for books used internationally across the book trade and library sector. Learn about ISBNs and how to apply.

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International Standard Music Number (ISMN)

An ISMN is a 13-digit number that is used to uniquely identify notated music publications anywhere in the world. Learn about how to get a free ISMN.

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International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

The ISSN is a unique code for the identification of serial publications. Apply for a new ISSN, let us know about a change in serial details and learn more about how ISSNs work.

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