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[@Birch-k2b]

Hi Marijanel, thanks so much or your videos. I have learnt A LOT from them! I'm wondering if you have a video or tips on how Canadian Publishers navigate the kdp taxation section before publishing. Thanks in advance.

[@picturebookcreators]

I'm glad you find the channel helpful, and this is a great question for a possible future video! I don’t currently have a video on how Canadian publishers navigate the KDP taxation section before publishing, but it’s something I can look into creating. From my current knowledge and experience, the taxation info you provide during setup is so KDP can issue the correct forms at the end of the year, which you'll need to claim your income on your taxes. Before filing, you'll be able to download these forms from the Tax Information section and report the income (royalties) on your income tax return. I hope that helps a little! Also, did you see my video on getting your ISBNs in Canada? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZOTZmOGe9aWmck

[@Birch-k2b]

​@@picturebookcreators Thanks so much for your prompt response; much appreciated. Yes I saw that video and applied for my ISBN right after....... So happy I got it 48hrs later only because they had some questions! 💃💃☺. I will go and look for the tax forms now. Much appreciated.

[@picturebookcreators]

@@Birch-k2b Wonderful! Just for clarity, the downloadable tax forms I mentioned will be available during tax season after you’ve earned royalties on KDP. During setup, you’ll simply need to enter your information so KDP can properly track your earnings and provide you with the forms when the time comes.

[@Birch-k2b]

Hi Marijanel, how are you? I'm wondering if you have a step by step guide on how to correct typos (minor but impactful) in my manuscript after my book went live on Amazon! I'm only noticing them now! 😞. I hired someone to do the formatting for me so I only have the pdf document he sent for uploading at this point. Any suggestions please? Do I have to pull the book down? Thanks so much in advance.

[@picturebookcreators]

Hi! Great question! I’ve had to correct typos in my book before, but I had access to the original file. While I haven’t personally converted a PDF to an editable file, I’ve heard that Adobe Acrobat is a reliable way to do this. You’ll need access to both Adobe Acrobat and Word (or compatible softwares with the same capabilities). The process looks something like this: open your PDF in Adobe Acrobat, use the ‘Export PDF’ function to convert it to a Word document, make your corrections while ensuring the formatting stays intact, and then re-export a corrected PDF. (You might find a tutorial online to confirm these steps.) Once done, upload the updated file to KDP-it will update the current edition without needing to republish or reissue, as long as your changes are just corrections. Hope this helps!

[@maxinelinley1450]

Can not hear you

[@picturebookcreators]

I double-checked, and the audio on this video is definitely loud enough. Sometimes, when I'm watching KZbin, I accidentally mute the sound by clicking the small speaker icon in the bottom left of the video. It could be something like that that's preventing you from hearing the audio. I hope you get the sound working :)