How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon: Formatting, Royalties, & More

Steps to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon

Self-publishing your book on Amazon is a great way to make your work available for a wide audience with the help of modern technology. This process is easier than ever, but there are a few steps to get the job done correctly. Here’s what you need to know to get started:

Formatting Your Book

To begin the publishing process, your book needs to be in the correct format. The easiest way to achieve this is to take a Word document and save it in the .docx format. You can also use HTML or any other popular digital book format type. This step is especially important if you’ve created diagrams or images in your book.

Uploading Your Book

Once your book is in the correct format, you’ll need to upload it to Amazon. Start by logging in to your Amazon account and click on “Books.” From there, click on “Self-Publish Book.” This will open a window where you can upload your book. It’s important that you read and follow Amazon’s guidelines to ensure your book meets their standards.

Setting Royalties and Price

Once you have uploaded your book, you’ll need to set its price and choose a royalty option. Your royalty will determine the amount of money you make from sales of your book. You can select from a range of digital book formats, including eBook and Kindle, and you can also specify the currency you would like to receive payments in. When you’ve finished setting the royalty and price for your book, you’ll be ready to publish.

Final Steps for Publishing

Now that all the technical aspects of publishing your book are taken care of, you’ll need to write a description of the book and choose a category for it. Make sure to include the right keywords to ensure that it comes up in Amazon searches. Once you’ve submitted the book, you’ll receive an email notification from Amazon that it has been published.

Extra Tips and Considerations

• Be aware of Amazon’s policies for publishing - some types of book may be forbidden from being published.
• Your book may take up to 48 hours to become available in Amazon after it has been published.
• You may choose to include a copyright page in your book for extra protection.