New To Publishing Books On Amazon KDP? START HERE! How To Sell Books On Kindle Direct Publishing

In this video, I talk over the basic idea behind creating, publishing and selling books on Amazon using their publishing platform called Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP).
If you've been wanting to know more about publishing books on Amazon KDP and whether anyone can do it, what kinds of books you can make and how much it costs, then make sure to check out this video.
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[@mermaidenergy]

This is so helpful in so many ways. As a "mature" woman (63 young) still doing the daily grind of a "job", even though I enjoy my job to a certain degree, I am itching to branch out into something more deeply fulfilling, and hopefully lucrative as well, at some point. What a great way to get started with little investment, nothing really to lose, and everything to gain. Thank you so very much. I will keep everyone here posted as to how it unfolds....🥰

[@davidclark573]

Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam.

[@frankdabishop9834]

Please how can I contact you .I need a personal mentor on this ..plesse

[@vincentikechukwu9902]

'If you are new it's better to start small '. One of the best pieces of information. Thank you ❤

[@davidclark573]

Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam. They do not want to give their headquarters for legal reasons.

[@wnfrdwnstn]

Low content (journals, notebooks), medium content (activity, puzzle books), and high content.

[@jonathanwestrick1593]

I really appreciate the overview. I did not understand much about KDP. Thank you for teaching me.

[@erikpelton5453]

hello would you like to join my class?

[@mrshopjulius5840]

This video has saved my life for now.

[@faithwilliams7978]

Thanks for giving a clear and straightforward overview. I do have a question: You mentioned creating an email list as a way to market your books. How would you go about starting an email list? Does it require having an audience on social media, or is there another way?

[@CalvinGatford]

This video is old they are now medium content books

[@CartoonMandates]

Thank you for the straight forward info, with details and pricing. Your presentation is great because there is no one yelling or flapping their hands like a mad man! Also, people who are interested in a subject don’t need clip art B-roll shots over your voice. We are here for info, not a KZbinr trying to sell themselves. No I am not making 150 thousand dollars a day using Ai!!! LOL!

[@PopGunn3]

Clear, Concise, and well thought out. Seems to be focused on low-content books but gives a nod to high-content books. The format is similar to "I am Second" videos - which is very appealing. Easy to listen to, doesn't sound like she has had 20 cups of coffee like many videos. I've never subscribed to any Tube before but I was impressed. My Bride has written over 100 novels and many children's books so I am trying to figure this out and perhaps apply it so that we can break into the Spanish book market as well. I need to go deeper now. Thanks !

[@davidclark573]

I was scammed by Amazon KDP for over $3000 dollars. They knew my book was turned down by Amazon to be on their book list but continued to get more money out of me for promotion and will not give a refund.

[@avaorpilla3228]

thank you so much for the transparency and help w getting started w KDP!! :)

[@SaggiScorp]

Thank you SO MUCH! Hopefully, I will be able to share my successes, because of you! Giving you credit where credit is due 💐

[@jeannegray9083]

Thank you! I appreciate the practical tips and wisdom...and that you don't pitch a program at the end!

[@catherinewestbrooks]

Thank you for this video! I had a quick question though. Aren’t coloring books and puzzle books not considered low content because the pages aren’t repeated (each page is different). I’ve published a few coloring books and I never check the “low content” box when publishing because I consider coloring books and puzzle books medium content books.

[@kithinjinkatha1587]

This was such an informative video especially for a beginner like me

[@nemzyxt]

It's my first time here, and I'm just so glad, thanks a lot for the clear explanation Caroline ♥

[@lifeisgood4520]

Informative and well explained. Way to go for passing knowledge.

[@davidclark573]

Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam. Look at all the negatives.

[@corinerodriguez5472]

If you use images and templates in Canva, is it okay to sell the books you created using canva images? Or do we need to make changes before we sell? Ex: Journal's, note pages, etc.

[@arewecrazyyet]

I know it is some months later but yes you cannot use images as they are. They have to, at least, be made to be part of a larger project or image.

[@user-iu9cm2bn5h]

I laugh when I saw the arrow poking at your face, I think it's funny. Thanks for the video, Caroline.

[@shonnguyen7509]

Thank you so much for this very informative video. I feel motivated to start publishing my first children book

[@davidclark573]

Amazon KDP Publishing scammed me for close to 4 thousand dollars. They will not return emails now that they got my money.

[@user-zo2wf3yw3j]

You mentioned there are 2 kinds of books. Low content, and high content. How about people that want to use KDP but what about people the reproduce Public Domain books? Do they ever sell? I am curious since they are considered free to download. But would they sell on KDP if they are advertised and marketed and very low cost since the content is free to obtain?

[@carlinoart]

Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve decided to start writing and illustrating my own books and super new to KDP

[@erikpelton5453]

hello would you like to join my class and know how to make more money with kdp?

[@user-mh1ts8uw6t]

Hi, I want to start using KDP too. Did KDP work well for you?

[@davidclark573]

ck this out: Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam.

[@sarahasghar3800]

Has any viewer started publishing books? And is it profitable?

[@RootlessWanderer]

Amazing information, thank you! One question: Which category would a recipe book fit? Low, medium or high content?

[@capricegeorge5481]

Finally the perfect video!! 🥰

[@TheWeirdoFamily-es8ms]

i just had a couple of journals go live. i found them on amazon but it says they are currently unavailable. What can i do to correct that?

[@nikolkuhar8127]

If anybody struggles with book cover. I am digital designer, just leave me your mail I can help you out for free. No joke, I am serious. I have a book too, so I know the struggle

[@Queenebunoluwa15]

For free?

[@chimuanyaasoluka2272]

Help me

[@kweenellis3408]

Are you still helping? I can use some assistance

[@bethanyrivera6432]

Can you put the same paperback on KDP and LuLu at the same time with two different ISBNs? The ISBNs would be the free ones from KDP and LuLu, not ones I purchase myself. I’ve been looking everywhere and can’t find the answer to this. I know you can’t do KDP select if it’s on additional publisher sites. Thanks in advance if anyone knows the answer!!!!

[@satheeshkumar5016]

Thanks for the information😊

[@davidclark573]

You need the real information: Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam.

[@simrransidhu2012]

How does one get copyright done for the book? Do many people opt for public fomainv?

[@user-cz3ky3cg3l]

Helpful....it is a process.. broken down in fictional non fictional worldly educational song poetry

[@vxenon67]

The guy who wrote the Apple Series "Silo" wrote on Kindle and is a self published Author.

[@karraanderson9435]

How do I get my book content from my computer to Amazon. Do I email Amazon or put everything I wrote on a flash drive.

[@House.of.shiloh]

When I spoke to amazon they said low content books are also fine for normal books like non fiction is that correct?

[@karlagillis7090]

Hi beautiful love your page. I’m new to KDP but I am almost done my Gratitude journal. I am sending it to a girl in Fiver to create & also upload to KDP for me as I work full time & don’t have the time sadly to learn all the processes so I created the journal in a word doc & will be sending to the girl on fiver to create with all my instructions. What is your thoughts on that ?? I’d love to hear as I want to make sure I do this is in the best way possible. Thanks so much for your time 🙏🏻💓

[@redkiosk]

Love your videos! I recently published my first children's book and have learned a lot from you! I have a question, My book is for kids approx. 7-10 years old. I have gotten several bad reviews for a particular section of my book over something that was meant as cute and comical was read as sending a bad message. . I didn't write this in a vacuum and prior to publishing no one commented on it but now I'm getting bad reviews. I got a 1 star review saying it was psychologically bad and then another reviewer kind of piggybacked the same comment. I decided to rewrite that section but my question, is it appropriate to post something in the A+ content to address it? e.g. " Newly Updated and improved based on readers comments" . Or should I just weather the storm and hope with the updated version it goes away?

[@musick6257]

Using Canva or Word for writing a story book , like a historical / fantasy books that can be read by 12 yrs and above, what would be the page margins, paper size etc ?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You would to get that info from the KDP support website.

[@queen0-m1p]

How many books do you publish on Amazon Kdp in one month?? Please reply

[@Queenebunoluwa15]

Thanks for making this video. I learnt a lot really!

[@bobeden5027]

I am Ok with writing and publishing but have no idea how to market my self help books, do you have a video on that topic?

[@godwintsikudo3548]

Hi dear thanks so much 🙏you’re doing a very great work for helping us a beginner.. god bless you 🙏

[@godwintsikudo3548]

Okay I will do that thanks

[@leonardturner6659]

Good information thank you, you should market your voice, very clear and wonderful accent.

[@michaelkuha3263]

Can I make mathematics and science low content books

[@lornalamberti705]

Do you have videos on how to sell / market books once you have created them? Thanks very much 🎉

[@thapelonelsonntlhabo5998]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@ashleebeezley1833]

I am having trouble fixing my margins to fit the book ? I have fixed the margins in my app but still needs fixed on KDP

[@IWillPUSH]

This is great, thanks. I am in Jamaica. how would I be paid if my bank isn't there?

[@thatclover123]

my big struggles is creating book covers😮

[@christyodriscoll873]

I can make you covers

[@Roar_Artistic_Lioness]

See ivy hang first video

[@WhiteWaterVisuals]

I can make you fantastic book covers

[@Yts371]

Brazil, Mission Palm, RS, fourth video, very good!🌎🌎🌎🌎🌎

[@saythej]

Thanks for the info Caroline, appreciate it. Was wondering if you could shed some light on whether you use a Payoneer or Wise account to get receive payments from non-Australian marketplaces on Amazon KDP? Apologies if you have made a video on this... I'm still making my way through some of them to see if the content is specific to the question. Thanks!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

No, I just use my Australian bank account. The only marketplace I can't receive funds to my AU account is Brazil but I don't think I've ever made a sale there anyway.

[@LuckyOnwuka-nt5zd]

Hi, I want to sell my kdp account, how do I go about it?

[@ellasmith5111]

Thanks for the info 🎉

[@thedayprogram]

Thank you. Very helpful

[@kaylenedawnbuteaufitnessbu2282]

Do you or anyone know if I can just get the ISBN # and have my book printed myself and just sell it on my amazon seller account? I've been selling used and new books on Amazon for years, and many times when the price of the book goes down, they de-activate my listing until I bring my price down to match the lowest. This worries me that they might do that with my book. Anybody know?

[@arundabholkar4922]

Do they (Amazon) give you (the author) the complimentary copy/copies?

[@nikoliu5539]

What is the best word processing app to use? I'm on a windows pc

[@karlauhlir6201]

Do you have a tutorial on how to start ?😊

[@JananiSundaralingam]

Thank you very much

[@maryamch5327]

Hi mam ...... Can you tell me, I'm a beginner and I want to publish a calendar on Amazon, but I'm confused about the upload process, can you explain or give me some advice, please, how can I proceed...

[@DaveRino]

Do you need an Amazon seller account to sell books on KDP?

[@stevenhandy6721]

Really great information here!

[@shoomapadoo1141]

how about HOW?

[@bahjioneil2202]

Hi thank you for this video love it! I just have 1 questions, do you have to pay for the publishing?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You don't pay to publish but there are costs for printing the book once you make a sale.

[@DarrenCampbellmusic]

Great video! Can I choose to exclude my e-book from Kindle Unlimited when using Amazon KDP to sell books?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Yes you can. Kindle Unlimited is for ebooks only.

[@DarrenCampbellmusic]

@@MyFreedomEmpire Thanks :D

[@Michaelwaita]

this is helpful

[@PastorTerranceRhodes]

Thank you

[@jadedinosaur7573]

So, I apologize if you made a video addressing this, but is there any issue publishing books for differing age groups? What I mean is that, as an artist, I want to publish books of all kinds; some for kids, but then maybe also a scary monster book meant for an older demographic. Those are very differing genres, and should you publish those under one name? Does KDP allow you to have multiple publishing accounts? If it does, is there any issue in regards to taxes with that? Thank you for the great video! 🙂

[@sonyvalencia]

To set up an account it says to write the business type individual or corporation?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

If you have a corporation or LLC set up then select Corporation, if not, then select Individual.

[@alessandraceresia2168]

So you don't need the VAT number to publish on Amazon?

[@richardcranium6081]

I am a self published author on amazon. Read a news article today concerning the closing of the amazon book depository. I cannot get ANY information on how this will effect authors like us and our books. Amazon KDP is giving me the run around (nothing unusual about that) and does anyone know HOW this will effect us? Please let me know. Thanks

[@suzannehudson320]

I really need a good ghost writer .. where is the best place to get a genuinely good one?

[@RonD108]

My book has already been written and printed. Can I sell it on Amazon with them having to recreate the book through their publishing platform?

[@da1akid]

Thank You!.

[@marvellousmusic4336]

What percentage does amazon take once a book is sold, for example UK price off £10.99 thank you.

[@pelumiemmahakinola2358]

In a case that you've made the ebooks and you dont know how to post it on amazon, what should be done?

[@Mindful_moments_3]

Search in KZbin, there are many good videos about it.

[@ikennaarthur3285]

Very clear! However how lucrative is fiction writing and how many pages do you recommend?

[@CalvinGatford]

Any book on Amazon is governed by its placement research keywords to get your book in a niche or first page

[@johnfern]

Is there a way to submit with no expectation of monetary gain? I don't want to give them sensitive data in order to get paid.

[@riantaveras7587]

There is no way to do that. They direct deposit the money in your account.

[@TiaMariaWigCoach]

Great video!

[@brithingalesmemoir]

Hello I’m still finding difficult my book is unavailable on Amazon but on my book shelf it says live and available on Amazon Please help me

[@mjsilovemesomeme8101]

Hi, I would like to pu;; my book off of Amazon because the page is not set righ, and I would like to re load it.I dont know which computer I wrote it on, can I download it from Amazon to set the page up right.

[@farheenkhurram6061]

Pls some body guide me ... Iam very needy to improve my financial situation

[@andrewcoban9177]

Hello Caroline! I'm about to publish a book on Amazon. I'm a bit stuck with the question either I need to buy ISBN myself and register copyright or it's provided somehow organic during after the uploading of the book on the platform? Thank you in advance, Andrew

[@shojibislam7986]

Hi , how are you.will help me with an information. I work in Amazon KDP. Can I market my book on the marketplace? Creates an Amazon Associate account. Will there be any problem in the account? It would help me a lot if you let me know.

[@KelloggStan]

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[@christyodriscoll873]

Can someone tell me how I can get my pages over to format I can only get 2 pages

[@MarizudomNeel]

Thank so much

[@thesacredbombshell]

Hi--- I'm not sure if you could help with this but do you know what would cause a book to be live but I don't see the title on amazon at all. I looked through everything even including typing in the specific way I published it and it's not coming up. Also books going from in review back to draft once you've published? I really appreciate anyone that could help with this.

[@cosmicray3380]

Hi, I have been drawn to your videos , i have written over 50 poems ,various subjects, receiving positive feedback and being encouraged to consider publishing . my question is , are poetry books any harder or easier than other categories ? can you help with information on poetry books? also do i need more poems to start with?

[@garbags9610]

Hi just seen your comment and wondering if you ever decided to publish your work? I am in a similar position have a written some poems which I'm proud of but just not sure if there's a market for it.

[@CalvinGatford]

Just publish you have nothing to lose its free to publish

[@ronilevi8606]

what's the link please to open an account to sell ebook / kindle on Amazon. thanks.

[@krissyd3391]

Thank you for your videos! Can someone sell the books to Etsy? I'm seeing so many coloring books that are personalized and are selling like hot cakes.

[@AstonishingFacts1]

Hi,Caroline! Thank you for a video. I was wondering about taxes. I am non US resident. Amazon is taking 30% of earnings, how much is taking US in the name of taxes? Nobody is talking taxes numbers. My native country takes 45% , so I am wondering what will be left for me if I start this escapade. Do I really have to pay it for both countries?? Very intimidating to think about doing accounting book on my own. I have started research about this two weeks ago, and was very optimistic and happy. Now not so much. Please, any info will help. Thank you. Snezana

[@AstonishingFacts1]

FAKER!

[@susantu2995]

Hi Caroline, thank you! What do you think of audiobooks? Is there a huge demand? Need your advice as it's very costly to engage it done professionally. Best regards

[@tamaramilicevic3180]

Ja sam samo na Zazzle platformi, potpuno nevezano za knjige, ali ista je prica. Tamo se popunjava w8ben formular koji trazi njihova poreska agencija kojim dokazujes zemlju iz koje dolazis i eventualno dobijas olaksice. Posto Srbija nema sporazum sa Usa nema ni olaksica. Postoji spisak zemalja na irsa sajtu i nas normalno nema. Zazzle skida 24% i koliko sam ja razumela to im je propisani standard za non-rezidente. 30% je onda malo previse? 😅 I sad shvatam Snezana, mora da je Srbija. 😅 Po procentu poreza bih rekla da sam pogodila, ali isto vazi i za Bosnu i Crnu Goru i Makedoniju. Za Hrvatsku nisam sigurna.

[@tamaramilicevic3180]

irs gov je sajt. Tu mozes skinuti i w8 formu.

[@trendsandfashion37]

can we sell interior designs by ai generated on Amazon

[@abhisheksnaik1625]

Is it possible to bundle two books ?

[@Ashley-wz2ci]

Thank you for this video. What do I need to purchase to be able to illustrate my book? Is this through a computer program? I have had trouble finding images from websites.

[@classicaldeb]

Look at her list under the heading!

[@rabeeajamil6165]

Hi @myfreedomempire I've started making children books for amazon kdp inspired by you. The first books I've made is a board book set of 10 books. However, I am not getting an option of uploading board books. Is it the same as Hardcover books? I figured that first I had to upload each book and then add them to a " series of box set" When I uploaded one of my book's manuscript, it said it needs to be 75 pages. What do I do? Do I put all the books in a single pdf? I even checked the books on amazon that sold box sets like mine. Their page count said 75. Also, I've seen other board books on amazon that were 2.5×2.5 inches, and mines 4× 3.5 but hardcover books doesn't have those dimensions. Kindly guide, I've searched everywhere on the internet. Will be thankful!

[@user-ti8bn3cu4o]

If one uploads the books on to KDP and you decide to go to a publisher externally their after, does KDP then own the rights to that book?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

No they don't.

[@stacyfacy1811]

Isn't KDP just for digital? Why would there be printing?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

KDP is both kindle books which are ebooks and also a print on demand paperback and hardback service.

[@ChloieandDoniesVlogs]

Hi Sis, I just want to ask if I can do this in the Philippines? I live in the Philippines and I also want to write books. is KDP available here?

[@TraciLynMoveYourBody]

Hello. You have been so helpful. I love your videos. My question to you is this. I will be selling physical products on Amazon. I want to make journals that customers can buy that are related to my products. Should I open up my KDP account under my AmazonSeller account? Is that possible?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Hello! Thank you! It will depend on how you are having the books printed. If you are printing them through Amazon KDP then you'll do it through a KDP account, if you are having your books printed elsewhere then you would list them under a Seller Central account.

[@TraciLynMoveYourBody]

@@MyFreedomEmpire thank you so much for your time and answer! ⭐️❣️

[@farheenkhurram6061]

Plz guide me m from Pakistan

[@scottellsworth35]

Great video! I have a book of malpractice cases that I plan to upload and send to all 50 state psychology boards and all 50 state psychology associations. Should I buy them and ship them myself or submit a list of 100 addresses to Amazon to have them ship them for me for a fee? Thank you!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thanks. Amazon would only ship them for you if people placed an order for them through through the Amazon store.

[@revelation7262]

Is your book available to the public? Is it on Amazon to purchase? Thanks

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