The usefulness of this book lies in the fact that its author formulated it when loading a previous version of CreateSpace out of production into the new KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). So, Beth Whittenbury has encountered and solved the same problems as when downloading your book. And his roadmap describes the process in an orderly manner from the decision. Do you want to become your publisher? There are advantages and disadvantages and you have the necessary information to make a rational choice.
The next step is to get the ISBN, which identifies not only your book, but also its format and publisher. This section also identifies the author, page size, format, and media, both an ebook and a paperback. The other classifications are the main category, the target audience and, if known, the date of publication. ISBNs are obtained through the myidentifiers.com website and prices range from $ 125 to $ 29.50 for a purchase of ten.
The next step is to register your book with the Library of Congress for a default control number (PCN), which helps libraries identify where your book has been booked. This chapter also explains how to return the PNC with your ISBN and the process of sending a copy to the Library of Congress. Beth also discusses the desirability of obtaining copyright on your book.
When setting up your KDP account, it is suggested to keep Amazon KDP as a printer and not as a publisher. It keeps your rights. This section also identifies the country in which you work, your tax information, the bank's routing information for payment of royalties, and your social security number or EIN.
Once you have set up your KDP account, you can start uploading your script to the KDP system. The book provides instructions on the information placed in which boxes. For example, you may have other contributors such as an illustrator or a co-author. There are boxes for these. Other fields include language, book title, keywords, subject category, and publication rights. One of the most important elements will be the description area that will appear on the Amazon book page. It is the one that potential readers use to evaluate your book and make purchasing decisions. Examine similar book descriptions to help you write this sales article and select powerful keywords. This description and its keywords are also part of the search parameters used by buyers to find a book on a given subject.
After filling in the boxes in the Printing Options section, you can start downloading your manuscript. First, you need to download a free Word template for the size you have chosen. This is a complex procedure and Beth guides you through this process with step-by-step instructions. It also warns you to choose a font size, and using the default Garamond 11-point font when writing the script will probably save the formatting later.
The following section explains how to format the title page, the print page, the dedication page, and the confirmation page. The print page is also called the copyright page or the edition note. While the KDP model gives you the minimum of notifications for what goes into the colophon page, suggests Beth. by adding the conference library number, a disclaimer and your fingerprint. This will make your book more professional.
The author's biography is at the end of the book. Here, you might want to add links to other books you've written or a link to the "Write a comment" page from Amazon. When you are satisfied with the manuscript, you have entered the KDP template. Consider converting this Word file into a PDF file. This is especially important if you have photos or illustrations or if it is a very large file.
Now we're in the cover section of the book. Here, Beth wonders whether to use a free cover created by KDP or pay a designer to create one. The selection of a photo from the KDP image gallery for graphic design by title, subtitle and author's name is discussed in detail. Information is also provided on the back cover, including the book description, the author's photo and the ISBN-based barcode for your book. The back layout is also covered and includes the title of the book and the author's name printed vertically.
The last section is entitled "Commissions and taxes related to the pocket". Here you will choose the territorial rights you hold, your main market, the price of your book and any extended distribution such as bookstores, libraries and online retailers. Beth suggests that when you choose a price, you're asking questions from other books in your category and not a price above average. Basically, the fees are calculated at sixty percent of the published price minus the printing costs.
Another consideration is the pricing in foreign countries. Amazon's sales abroad receive a commission of sixty percent and those sold through other channels are calculated at forty percent. Before publishing your book, get a test copy because some errors are not common in electronic preview, but appear in the actual test copy.
Once you are satisfied with the trial copy, you can click the Publish button and your book should appear on Amazon within seventy two hours. Of course, now the most difficult part as an author begins, promoting your book.
EBOOK EDITION
If you also want to publish an eBook edition, Beth's book also explains these steps. Although basically the same as the paper book process, they differ in some aspects. As such, she guides you through Appendix A of her book. First, log in to your account and, just to the right of the cover of your book, click on the words in blue "+ Create a Kindle eBook". Many boxes have already been filled for you. Make sure they have the right information. His book then explains where the information would be different. These include age area and age class and pre-order area.
The manuscript box has several choices that need to be addressed. One aspect is to limit the sharing of this book with others. You will also need a new ISBN for publishing your e-book. In addition, there are fewer options for your cover than for your printed book with regard to font type and color.
Once you download the manuscript and cover, you can preview it on your computer or on your Kindle device. Your text may not look the same as on a printed page. It depends on the digital device used to read the pages of your book and it is possible that some devices are cut to unwanted places.
If you want KDP to be your exclusive ebook publisher, join KDP Select. The benefits of KDP Select include the availability on Kindle Unlimited and the payment of a seventy percent to thirty-five percent fee. The book covers additional benefits.
The pricing of your book follows the same principles as the printed version. Check out prices on similar books. Foreign price and sales conversions are based on the daily exchange rate of the country.
The Matchbook layout allows pocketbook buyers to benefit from a price reduction on your Kindle edition. Beth highlights the advantages and disadvantages of this option. Loan of books is another optional program that allows buyers to lend your e-book to friends or family for up to 14 days. If you choose the KDP Select program, seventy percent of royalties, you are automatically stuck in a "Yes" for these options.
The last item is the Terms and Conditions area and must be accepted before submitting your eBook. Once you are satisfied with the answers provided in all the boxes, click on the "Publish your Kindle eBook" button and your book should appear on Amazon in 72 hours.
The last section of the book covers the following steps, tips and tricks. These include how to order copies of the author of your book, determine the number of books sold and the royalties collected. It also explains how to edit the text of the submitted book, creating the author's central account and profile. With your Central Author account, you can monitor the sale of your book. Customer comments are also covered in this section and you can comment on the comments.
When your book is ranked one hundred or less in the browsing category of your book, you win the honor of an Amazon bestseller. Beth explains how to choose the best navigation category for your book and how to navigate this maze to access this list.