Getting Started
How to Set Up Your KDP Account and Publish Your First Book
A step-by-step walkthrough for new self-publishers — from creating your Amazon KDP account to uploading and going...
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Browse all KDP190 articles covering self-publishing guides, formatting tips, cover design, Amazon marketing, royalties, and Kindle Unlimited strategies.
Book Formatting
How to Format Your Manuscript for KDP: eBook and Paperback Guide
Learn the essential formatting steps for both Kindle eBooks and KDP paperbacks, including tools, margins, fonts, and...
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Cover Design
Book Cover Design Tips Every KDP Author Should Know
Your book cover is your most important marketing asset. Discover what makes a cover sell, which tools to use, and the...
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Marketing & Ads
Amazon Ads for KDP Authors: A Beginner's Guide to Sponsored Books
Learn how Amazon Advertising works for self-published authors — including ad types, campaign setup, bidding...
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Royalties & Pricing
KDP Royalties Explained: 35% vs. 70% — Which Plan Should You Choose?
Understand the difference between KDP's 35% and 70% royalty tiers, how pricing affects your earnings, and how to...
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KDP Select & Kindle Unlimited
KDP Select and Kindle Unlimited: Is the Exclusivity Worth It?
A balanced look at KDP Select — what you gain with Kindle Unlimited page reads, free promotions, and Countdown Deals,...
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