Self-Publish Quickly on Amazon—Includes 20-Step Checklist
- Costs and timelines for Amazon and IngramSpark
- A 20-item check list for faster book production
- Includes cross-reference links to additional help
Imprint formation, planning, publishing strategy, copyright, legal, reporting.
It can be frustrating selling books on Amazon.
These 15 FAQs address misunderstandings and misconceptions about book retailing, the book business in general, and Amazon’s own policies.
Why self-publishers make less money on POD hardcovers. Pricing and royalties compared to offset printing. IngramSpark settings to make more money.
Four questions to ask yourself before you set your book’s release date. Includes summary of IngramSpark and KDP timelines for proofing and a list of 6 issues that require advanced planning.
How to calculate eBook delivery costs • How to calculate paperback manufacturing costs • How to calculate royalties and minimum selling prices • Examples and Resources
What to expect after publishing new books on KDP: timelines and FAQs like changing look inside the book, linking books, how long until for sale on Amazon.
Use our cost calculator to determine the cost to buy copies of your book from KDP at a discount from the retail price. This calculator also computes paperback royalties. Includes how to order guide.