Publish Your Book on Amazon KDP in 10 Minutes

TLDRLearn how to quickly publish your book on Amazon KDP in just 10 minutes, including eBook, paperback, and hardcover editions. Get all your metadata and covers ready in advance with this step-by-step guide.

Key insights

📚You can publish your book on Amazon KDP in various formats, including eBook, paperback, and hardcover.

🌐Choose the appropriate Amazon marketplace to showcase your book and select relevant categories and keywords.

🖋️Fill in your book details, including the title, subtitle, series, description, author name, and contributors.

📆Decide whether to publish immediately or set a pre-order for your book, and schedule the release date.

💰Set the pricing and royalty options for your book, and consider expanded distribution for wider reach.

Q&A

What formats can I publish my book in on Amazon KDP?

You can publish your book in eBook, paperback, and hardcover formats on Amazon KDP.

Can I choose specific categories and keywords for my book?

Yes, you can select relevant categories and choose up to 7 keywords for your book on Amazon KDP.

Can I schedule the release date of my book?

Yes, you can set a specific release date for your book on Amazon KDP and even schedule a pre-order.

How can I set the pricing for my book?

You can set the pricing for your book on Amazon KDP based on the chosen royalty option and desired list price.

What is expanded distribution on Amazon KDP?

Expanded distribution allows your book to be available to online retailers, physical stores, and libraries through Ingram Book Group.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The video explains how to quickly publish your book on Amazon KDP in just 10 minutes.

00:40You can publish your book in various formats, including eBook, paperback, and hardcover.

02:45Choose the appropriate Amazon marketplace, categories, and keywords for your book.

03:30Fill in all the necessary book details, including the title, subtitle, series, description, and author name.

04:00Decide whether to publish immediately or set a pre-order for your book.

05:10Set the pricing and royalty options for your book based on your desired list price.

06:20Consider expanded distribution for wider reach and availability of your book.

07:10Review and approve all the details before publishing your eBook, paperback, or hardcover edition.