How to Publish Your eBook on Amazon with KDP: A Complete Guide
Did you know that Amazon has its own ebook self-publishing platform? KDP stands for Kindle Direct Publishing, and it’s one of the best ways to publish your book on Amazon. If you’re thinking about publishing an ebook and selling it on Amazon, this guide will help you get started with KDP.
Keep reading to learn more! KDP is a self-publishing platform that lets authors upload their book, create their cover and price, set their royalty rate, and begin selling it on Amazon. The process might seem a little complicated at first, but once you understand the details, it’s pretty straightforward. Let’s take a look at what you need to know about KDP as an author.
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What is Kindle Direct Publishing?.
KDP is a self-publishing platform that lets authors upload their book, create their cover and price, set their royalty rate, and begin selling it on Amazon. The process might seem a little complicated at first, but once you understand the details, it’s pretty straightforward. KDP is one of the most popular ways to publish an ebook and sell it online. Thanks to Amazon’s massive reach, KDP books can be found and purchased by customers around the world.
Once your book is published, you can earn royalties on each sale. You also have the option to enroll your book in Kindle Unlimited, which is Amazon’s subscription service. In order to publish books through KDP, you’ll need to be either a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or have a valid visa.
KDP Benefits.
Once you’ve published your ebook, you’re in control of your content, cover, price, and marketing strategy. You can set your own price and royalty rate, and you keep 100% of your royalties. There are no upfront costs or fees for publishing with KDP. You can also publish your book in other languages.
If you decide to enroll your book in Kindle Unlimited, you’ll earn royalties based on the number of pages your readers read. Readers can borrow books from the Kindle Unlimited library for free, but authors earn royalties each time a reader downloads a book. Keep in mind that Kindle Unlimited is a subscription service, so you’ll receive a fixed amount each month.
Before You Begin.
Before you start the process of publishing your book, make sure you have a completed manuscript. KDP requires you to have a minimum of 10,000 words in your book. You can format your ebook using Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Once your manuscript is complete, you’ll need to thoroughly edit and proofread it.
You can use this guide to help you with the editing process. You should also create your cover art before you begin the publishing process. KDP has specific guidelines for cover art, so make sure to follow them when you design your cover. A great cover is the first step toward selling more copies of your book.
Step 1: Decide on a Title and Cover Art for Your Book.
Once you’ve written your manuscript, you’ll need to create a title and cover for your book. Amazon allows you to use three pieces of cover art for your ebook, including a cover image, a cover thumbnail, and a “cover strip.” Your cover image is the large image at the top of your Amazon product page. Your cover thumbnail is an abbreviated version of the cover image displayed next to your book in search results. Your cover strip is a smaller image displayed at the bottom of your Amazon product page.
In order to create a strong cover image, you’ll want to consider the following: Your title is the first thing readers will see when they’re browsing for books on Amazon. Your title should be compelling and descriptive, but it shouldn’t be misleading. Make sure your title follows Amazon’s content guidelines.
Step 2: Write and Edit Your eBook.
Once you’ve decided on a title and cover art, you can begin writing and editing your book. Amazon requires you to use their Kindle format when uploading your manuscript, so be sure to select this option when you’re formatting your book. When you’re writing your book, make sure it’s targeted toward your ideal reader.
Write with your reader in mind, and make sure your content is clear, concise, and easy to understand. You’ll have an opportunity to proofread your manuscript, but you should also proofread as you go along. You don’t want to write yourself into a corner and then have to go back and change everything.
Step 3: Create Your Amazon Product Page.
Now that you’ve written and edited your book, it’s time to create your Amazon product page. Amazon is a marketplace, so the first thing you’ll need to do is select a category for your book. You can use a keyword tool to help you select the best category for your book.
Step 4: Publish and Market your eBook.
Now that your eBook is complete, it's time to publish and market it on Amazon KDP.
1. Sign in to your KDP account.
2. Select "Create a New Title."
3. Enter the required information about your eBook.
4. Select your book's category and subcategory.
5. Select your book's language.
6. Enter the book's title, subtitle, author, and category.
7. Enter the book's description.
8. Upload the cover image.
9. Select the price of your book.
10. Select the publishing date.
11. Enter the book's ISBN.
12. Select the book's format.
13. Select the territories where you want to publish your book.
14. Click "Save and Publish."
Your eBook is now published on Amazon KDP. Now it's time to market it.
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