Author: Billie Lucas

Requirements for Amazon KDP: A 2026 Rules Cheat Sheet to Pass Review Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Know the most common reasons KDP rejects books: formatting errors, metadata problems, content-policy violations, and missing AI disclosure. Follow KDP technical specs precisely for manuscripts and front-cover files, and produce clean EPUBs for fast approval. Metadata and reader…

Does Amazon KDP copyright your book? Clear answers for self-publishing authors Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Your manuscript is copyrighted the moment you fix it in a tangible form; KDP does not register copyright for you. KDP enforces platform rules, asks you to confirm rights, and can remove infringing content—but it won’t substitute for formal…

Amazon KDP eBook Format: EPUB vs DOCX vs KPF vs PDF — What to Use When Estimated reading time: 4 minutes EPUB is the industry standard for reflowable eBooks and the safest default for Amazon KDP uploads. DOCX is fine for simple manuscripts but can introduce formatting problems with complex layouts. KPF (Kindle Create) and…

Amazon KDP File Format: File requirements cheat sheet — what KDP accepts and what breaks uploads Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Use PDF for print and EPUB for ebooks; wrong formats or export settings cause most upload failures. Embed fonts, use 300 DPI images, and flatten cover PDFs to avoid preview errors and rejections. Small…

amazon kdp ebook format: Troubleshooting EPUB conversion issues and how to fix them fast Estimated reading time: 6 minutes EPUB is the recommended target for KDP and wide distribution, but conversion can introduce common errors that are easy to fix. Start with a clean source file, validate with preview tools, and apply a small set…

Amazon KDP Trim Sizes: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Book Dimensions Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Trim size influences readability, page count, and per-copy printing cost — pick a size that matches your genre and goals. For most non-fiction, 6″ x 9″ is the lowest-friction choice; larger or unusual sizes increase costs and…

amazon kdp book sizes: Book size master list — the most popular KDP sizes and what each is best for Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Choosing the right Amazon KDP trim size affects printing cost, reader comfort, and cover layout. 6″ x 9″ is the industry-standard trade paperback; other sizes match clear genre needs like…

amazon kdp paperback sizes: choosing the right trim for sales, margins, and profit Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Trim size affects cost, reader comfort, shelving, and perceived value—choose to match your genre and goals. 6″ x 9″ is the most common trade size and balances printing cost with reader expectations; smaller or larger sizes change…

Book Size for Amazon KDP: How to Pick the Best Size for Your Niche and Audience Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Choose a trim size that matches reader expectations for your genre; 6″ x 9″ is the default for most non-fiction. Consider page count, printing cost, and spine width together — size changes affect production,…

Best book size for Amazon KDP: Proven trim sizes that sell Estimated reading time: 14 minutes 6″ x 9″ is the safest, market-friendly trim for most non-fiction and many trade paperbacks. Choose smaller trims for portable fiction and larger formats for image-led books or workbooks. Trim choice changes layout, printing cost, and reader expectations —…