How To Design A PRINT Book Cover For Amazon KDP For Beginners! EASY Canva Tutorial | Book Covers DIY

Unlock the secrets of designing a stunning print paperback book cover with our free tutorial! Join us as we delve into the art of creating a visually appealing and professional cover that will make your book stand out on the shelves.
Discover essential design principles, typography choices, and layout techniques specific to print paperbacks. The best part? We'll guide you through the entire design process using Canva, a free design tool, ensuring anyone can create a high-quality cover without spending a dime.
Don't miss this opportunity to give your book the attention it deserves. Tune in now and master the art of designing a print paperback book cover for free!
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[@seasidesidmetaldetecting.5255]

This is probably the best video I’ve seen on this subject, really good.

[@bookcoversdiy]

Wow, thanks! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@jodyinc1]

This was an amazing tool to use.

[@therealTylerDurden]

Finally! Finally someone made a professional tutorial on how to design a print book cover using Canva. This is a fantastic tutorial. It is detailed, well paced, creative, educational, and designs a professional looking book cover. I want to buy that book!! This is exactly what I needed. I learned so much. It solved the problems I kept running into. Thank you!

[@bookcoversdiy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shivnandansahu5345]

😂 Yes , this video is given me full information

[@JamesSedgwick-jp6hh]

I hear so many people saying not to design our own bookcovers. Why not? This looks very professional and way 😎

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you so much!

[@muffettuffet8253]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS AMAZING STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL!!! You're an amazing teacher!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! Glad it was helpful! And thanks for the compliment! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@derejekebede2395]

Amazing tutorial, Thank you

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are very welcome! I have a newer version for 2024 if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@KelvinAcademyYouTube]

So many thanks for this wonderful video.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome!

[@sparetimewithshanae6843]

Awesome video. I learnt so much.

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@docwritereview]

Thank you!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're welcome! I have a newer version of of this video for 2024 with the recent Canva updates if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKaqgIGLbbuVhdk

[@SusiesOnTheScene]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. The cover looks so professional.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! Glad you liked it!!

[@ayodejiopaleke6081]

The best tutorial for this subject that I have seen so far. clearly explained in perfect pace. it helped me a lot, thank you

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! So glad it helped. Thanks for the kind words!!

[@bookcoversdiy]

Oops! I almost forgot to mention that I have a newer version for 2024 with the Canva updates if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@Oldman525]

I really needed this video and enjoyed it you were not rushed and explained well once my book is complete I will use this thanks you have motivated me more to complete my project and publish, a great video, thanks. Better than a lot I have seen on KZbin.

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you!! Glad it was helpful! I also have a newer version for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@JQRose]

Thank you thank you thank you! You have shown me shortcuts and tips that I can use. And your instructions were very clear and easy to follow. I'll be back to watch again to absorb everything you did.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I'm so happy to hear that this video helped you. I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@funfrenchlessons7115]

This is really a great tutorial. It's the No.1 book cover video I've ever seen on you-tube....wow, great teacher with a great video. Keep it up....wish you all the best

[@bookcoversdiy]

Wow, thank you! I have a newer version for 2024 with the Canva updates if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@funfrenchlessons7115]

@@bookcoversdiy okay, I surely will

[@booksbooksnlife]

Wow this is great! I'm definetely saving this video for the future when I do publish a book with KDP! Thank you!

[@bookcoversdiy]

Glad it was helpful! I also have a newer version for 2024 with the Canva updates if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@booksbooksnlife]

@@bookcoversdiy thank you!

[@mattcording3567]

Thank you for this excellent and really informative video, my first cover now looks stunning thank you.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!!

[@TheXinchew]

Thank youuuuuu

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're welcome! I have a newer version for 2024 with the Canva updates if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@simplesmeerkat1665]

Thank you so much for this. I really think I can do this. I have written my first book and have paid for cover art. My next book is at the stage of the first draft and I am looking for cover art. You have given me the confidence!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear that this video helped you! You ABSOLUTELY can do it!!

[@Master_Blackthorne]

Thank you so much for such an informative and easy to follow video. I have just finished my vampire novel and I can't wait to try it out!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! Thanks for your feedback and congrats on finishing your novel!!

[@bookcoversdiy]

Oops, I forgot to also let you know I have a newer version of this video with the Canva updates for 2024 if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@user-ni9so7zo9b]

THANK YOU

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're welcome!!

[@ShibbysWife]

This was an excellent, comprehensive tutorial and it is much appreciated! Thank you!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad it helped someone! I also just posted an updated tutorial for 2024 of the same subject since Canva updated some of it's features to make it even more user-friendly. Here's the new vid link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@Awalitemiracle-ce5mz]

Best explanation of designing that i have watched so far, this is great 👍

[@bookcoversdiy]

Wow, thanks!

[@SharonRosen]

Thank you so much for creating such a detailed, well-planned tutorial. I've bookmarked this video for reference - thank you!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad to hear it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@geniabrown7859]

This was so great!!!!! great job!! Ty

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@Webpreneur_]

been looking for kdp cover tutorial that explains how to create something proffesional and i found it

[@bookcoversdiy]

Glad to hear it was helpful! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@aldasilva8847]

Thanks to your help, I now have a paperback to go along with my ebook. I will check your other videos and see how I can apply them. Maybe you covered this and I missed it, but the only slip up I had was not knowing the ISBN numbers are different for each format, like ebooks and paperbacks.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@brendablack2245]

Wow! What an awesome tutorial! Thank you for going into such detail. I need to make a cover for the paperback book that I wrote and I am so glad that I found your tutorial. Thank you for the tips about the fonts. They truly help make the cover look professional. I have learned so much. Thank you again!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad this tutorial helped you!!!

[@99dowdy]

Straight to the point and stylish to go with it.

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thanks!

[@FrankCamarata-cq2xf]

Yes, tutorial I have seen on creating a print book cover and Canva in general.

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thanks for your feedback! I appreciate it!!

[@paulawilliams6040]

Thank you so much. You have given me the confidence to have a go at creating my own book cover. Your instructions are so clear and easy to follow

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad it helped you! I have a newer version for 2024 if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@karenrosekobylka]

I haven't even finished the video and I am already smarter than i was before, this makes sense to me know thanks to your video. I just couldn't grasp what other videos from others were saying this video tutorial is amazing! THANKYOU!!!!

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear that this tutorial helped you! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@4tunecrypto]

Just wow! Thank you

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I also have a newer version of this tutorial for 2024 with the recent Canva updates. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@Loud_Thinker]

So far the. Est tutorial on the topic! 🙏🏻

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you so much!

[@WinterHawk]

This was excellent compared to other videos where they go to fast and or really don't explain things well.

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you!! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the video!

[@igbrowns1151]

🎉🎉🎉Thanks for this ❤️❤️

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome! I just posted an updated tutorial for 2024 of the same subject since Canva updated some of its features to make it even more user-friendly. Here's the new vid link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@user-pg4oo9jq7d]

Great tutorial

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thank you!

[@jessplays32]

Wow amazing thank you so much.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You are so welcome!

[@DANAWORLD]

Thank u so much 😊

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@shahidwiggins]

Great video!! What would be the difference in everything you showed in this video if it was a hardcover?

[@bookcoversdiy]

Thanks! Not too much, actually. You would still go through the same steps using the cover template generator, but the template would be slightly different. There is a wider gap between the spine and the front/back cover, and the top and bottom have larger margins. Here is a link to Amazon KDP where it shows a sample of the hardcover template: kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GDTKFJPNQCBTMRV6 Hope that helps!

[@Abusii.m]

Thank you so much for this. It really helped, just a quick question, are there any specifications for the inside of the book, like the pages. ❤

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad the video helped you! Yes, there's a trim size and different margin sizes depending on the book size and number of pages. Here's the link to the KDP page with the charts: kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GVBQ3CMEQW3W2VL6

[@simondowd5648]

Thanks so much for this. Could I just ask; what is involved in copyrighting my book? How do I do it? Does it cost anything? Sorry if these are simple and basic questions but I’m just starting out. Thank you once again.

[@bookcoversdiy]

You're very welcome! That's a great question! The moment you write and publish your story, it is considered copyrighted, but you can also register your work with the U.S. government to make it official. Here is a link to the gov website: www.copyright.gov/registration/literary-works/. Hope that helps!

[@WinterHawk]

Greetings, well you did make an excellent video, but, after I spent hours designing my book cover, I saved it, by hitting save under, File. When I logged back in, it was gone. I don't have to tell you how upset I am. Any ideas what might have happened?

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm so sorry to hear that! Was this in Canva? That's so strange since Canva auto-saved every few minutes during the design process. Check to see if it saved under a different project name. Sometimes that happens.

[@michelleclayton8543]

Okay but how would I print it myself and bind it myself at home after it's saved to my computer?

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm sorry, but I don't know anything about book binding. This tutorial teaches you how to design a book cover to submit to Amazon KDP for printing.

[@fredarobertsonhall1532]

Hi is this the free Canva or Canva Pro?

[@bookcoversdiy]

So sorry, your comment got lost in the feed. You can follow with either. The only difference is if you select a Pro image for your cover (you'll be charged), but I show how to remove the Pro images in your search results, so you only select free images and won't be charged. I also have a brand NEW updated tutorial on this same subject for 2024 since Canva updated its features to make it more user-friendly. Here's the new tutorial link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@jackyflowers7159]

Yesterday I was watching another channel and they sure made it seem so complicated, they did not even mention that part about changing it from pxs to inches! I got so frustrated and decided to start over today , and I am sure glad I found ya channel because you made it very easy for me, THANK YOU!!

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm so glad to hear that my tutorial helped you! I recently uploaded a new version for 2024 with the Canva updates because they made their software even more user friendly. Here's the new video link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@jackyflowers7159]

@@bookcoversdiy Thank you so much, and I also liked , shared n subscribed!

[@pavaninaidu9962]

Means a lot...i love you to the moon and back..you made it easy peasy to me..♥️🫂

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm so glad to hear that it helped!! I also have an updated for 2024 tutorial covering the same topic. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@zro_dfects]

I'm with @thereaTylerDurden, I have seen so many how to do cover videos, and they are confusing as much as they are dumb, but your tutorial is spot on, I was almost ready to give up, I have seen that many videos it's not funny, but thanks to your video I was able to finally get my first cover done, book is all up and ready, just waiting on Amazon to approve it, wish me luck.. All other tutorial videos could learn a lot from you, I think for them it's all about like and subscribe just to get those few extra ad dollars to their name, if their video is not helpful, it's not their lost, as they would have earnt some money through adverts. Keep up the good work. A+++++ all the best for 2024

[@bookcoversdiy]

I'm thrilled to hear that my tutorial helped you! I totally understand how hard it is to figure out how to design your book cover and I had a lot of trouble the first time too, that's why I wanted to make a video to walk others through the process. I'm so glad to hear it's actually helping!! I just added a new updated tutorial of designing a print book cover because Canva has updated their software to make it more user-friendly. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbJlaKerJetfqs

[@zro_dfects]

Your welcome@@bookcoversdiy keep up the great work.

[@zro_dfects]

@@bookcoversdiy Hi again, just a heads up that my book just got published literally 30 seconds ago as I received the Amazon email, and this is only possible because of this video, so again, I csn't thank you enough, I mean it's just a basic coloring book for kids which I have a licence to sell as I am not really an artist, so I went and got a POD licence, basically to test this thing out, but got stuck with the cover layout and sizing etc, hence why i ended up here, I do however create my own puzzles though as I have done so for many years for people worldwide, all by hand mind you, no generators or coding, but i can create them super quick, I can create around 1000+ different style puzzles that can be found all over the world, i might be the only single person in the word that can create them all myself,, these are such puzzles like mazes in any shape or form, logical, anagrams, code crackers any size sudoku grid or shape and well beyond including my own puzzles never been made before, so with these I would like to create a more professional cover, which i can now because of this video, so I know I thanked you like a million times but that is still not enough, keep up the great work, and look forward to seeing what other videos you will make. Take care.