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NEW! Total KDP KU Author Earnings for April are $67.7 Million. Learn more
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[H1] Welcome to Kindle Direct Publishing
Self-publish print and digital books, and reach millions of readers around the world on Amazon.Join KDPSign in
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[H2] KDP provides you with free and simple tools to self-publish your book in more than 10 countries in over 45 languages.
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[H2] Be your own publisher
KDP gives you control over your book's content, design, price, audience, and advertising.Self-publish easilyPublish print and digital formats in three simple steps, and see your book appear on Amazon stores around the world in 72 hours.Earn moreEarn up to 70% royalty and offer your eBook on Kindle Unlimited by enrolling in KDP Select.Keep controlRetain ownership of your content, publish on your schedule, and set your own list prices.Join KDPLearn how to publish
[H2] Share your story
Publish in different formats to reach more readers in their preferred way to read.eBooksUpload your manuscript and distribute your eBook in Kindle Stores around the world. Reach even more readers with Kindle Unlimited.Print booksBring your book to life in paperback and hardcover formats. KDP will print your books on demand and ship them to customers around the world.
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[H2] Earn more with Kindle Direct Publishing
Get paid for each page read with Kindle UnlimitedEarn royalties for each page read on Kindle Unlimited when you enroll your book in KDP Select.Learn about Kindle UnlimitedEarn up to 70% on eBooksChoose between two royalty options (70% or 35%) depending on your eBook content and which countries it’s sold.Learn about eBook royaltiesEarn up to 60% on print booksEarn up to 60% royalty on paperback and hardcover books sold through KDP.Learn more about paperback royalties and hardcover royalties
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Tricia O'MalleyUSA / Romance"Self-publishing through KDP and Amazon has changed my life. My books have made it to the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists."Visit Tricia O'Malley's author page
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Jéssica MacedoBrazil / Fantasy“I always dreamed of living off books, but it was something that seemed unattainable until I discovered Amazon KDP. With KDP, I gained readers in my country and even around the world.“Visit Jéssica Macedo's author page
[H2] Publish multiple types of books
Business & InvestingChildren's BooksNon-FictionLiterature & FictionMystery, Thriller & SuspenseScience Fiction & FantasyTeens & Young AdultComics & Graphic NovelsBiographyRomanceShort Stories...and more!
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Hal ElrodUSA / Business & Money"I've sold over 2 million copies of my book, The Miracle Morning, since publishing with KDP in 2012. It is one of the best decisions I've ever made, as it has enabled me to impact millions of lives while providing financial security for my family."Visit Hal Elrod's author page
[H2] Join our community of authors
Have a question about your account or how to market your book? Ask for help from fellow publishers or lend a hand to someone new.Connect with experts and fellow authorsReady to publish your book?Join KDP
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NEW! Total KDP KU Author Earnings for April are $67.7 Million. Learn more
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[H1] Publish with us
With Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), it’s simple to publish and sell your book around the world on Amazon.Join KDPSign in
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[H2] Publish with Kindle Direct Publishing in 3 simple steps
[H3] Step 1: Prepare your manuscript and cover files
Format your manuscript file and create your front, body, and back matter, such as your title page, table of contents, and author bio. Kindle Create can help you format your books.Use our free Cover Creator tool, download a template, or create your own cover file.Learn more about preparing your manuscript for:eBook|Paperback|Hardcover
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[H3] Step 2: Publish in print and digital formats
Enter book details such as the title and the author.Upload and preview your prepared manuscript and book cover.Select your publishing rights and list price. We'll make your eBook available in Kindle Stores, and we'll print and ship your paperback and hardcovers on demand to customers around the world.Learn more about book formats
[H3] Step 3: Promote your book to readers
Use KDP’s free marketing tools to help readers find your book:Offer your eBook on Kindle Unlimited by enrolling in KDP Select.Create an author page to share information about yourself and your books.Set up customized ads to reach more readers through Amazon Advertising. (Subject to availability per country)Enhance your book detail page with custom images, text, and tables using A+ Content.Make your paperback available to bookstores, libraries, and other retailers with Expanded Distribution. (US and UK only)Learn more about promoting your book
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Laura RoccaItaly / Romance"Becoming a KDP author allowed me to fulfill my childhood dream, to make a living doing the work I love, to be a writer. I owe KDP the direct connection with thousands of readers and the opportunity to share my books with the public in absolute freedom."Visit Laura Rocca's author page
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Sundari Venkatraman India / Romance"Amazon KDP is the reason I write and publish my novels at the speed at which I do. It’s highly motivating to have a readymade service where I can reach out to a whole world of readers. And it's excessively thrilling to receive a monthly income. I am my own boss, which means FREEDOM!"Visit Sundari Venkatraman's author page
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Marah WoolfGermany / Fantasy"I have no idea who or what I would be today without KDP. Most likely not a writer. When I started writing I had no idea what journey I was going on. Today, over 10 years later, I can only advise everyone - if you dream of something, make it come true and if unexpected opportunities arise, take them."Visit Marah Woolf's author page
[H2] We can help you get started with Kindle Create
Turn your manuscript into a beautiful book. Whether you’re writing a comic book, cookbook, travel guide, or novel, our free formatting tool will help you prepare your manuscript.
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[H3] More free KDP tools to help publish your book
Kindle PreviewerSee how your eBook will look before you publish itPreview your eBookKindle Kids' Book CreatorTurn your illustrated children’s books into great-looking eBooksCreate your kids' eBookKDP CommunityJoin the conversation with new and accomplished KDP authors and publishers in the KDP CommunityAsk for help or lend a hand to someone newKindle Comic CreatorConvert your comics, graphic novels, and manga into eBooksCreate your comic
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[H4] Join our community of authors
Have a question about your account or how to market your book? Ask for help from fellow publishers or lend a hand to someone new.Connect with experts and fellow authorsReady to publish your book?Join KDP
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KDP SelectEarn more money and reach new readersKDP CommunityConnect with experts and fellow authorsCreateSpaceLink your existing account to KDPAudiobook Creation Exchange (ACX)Indie audiobook publishing made easyTerms and ConditionsPrivacy NoticeConditions of UseHelpJoin our TeamKDP Japan© 1996-2025, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. Amazon and Kindle are trademarks of Amazon.com Inc. or its affiliates.

NEW! Total KDP KU Author Earnings for April are $67.7 Million. Learn more
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[H1] Earn more with us
Kindle Direct Publishing is free to use and offers different royalty options so you can earn more from your craft.Join KDPSign in
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[H2] Earn more with multiple income streams
Earn up to 70% royalties on eBook salesEarn your share of the KDP Select Global Fund based on your book's pages readEarn up to 60% royalties on print book sales
[H2] Royalty for eBook sales
Choose between two royalty options for each of your eBooks70%eBook Royalty RateAvailable in certain territories. Your royalty will be 70% of your list price (excluding) sales tax, less delivery costs.35%eBook Royalty RateYour royalty will be 35% of your list price (excluding sales tax) for each eBook sold.Learn about list price requirements for each royalty option
[H2] Earn royalties for pages read in Kindle Unlimited
Reach millions of readers through Kindle Unlimited when you enroll your book in KDP Select.Why enroll in KDP Select?Reach a larger audienceMake your eBook available to millions of Kindle Unlimited subscribers in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, India, Japan, and Australia.Earn your share of the KDP Select Global FundThe KDP Select Global Fund size is announced monthly. Your share is based on your number of pages read for the first time by customers in Kindle Unlimited.Maximize your book's sales potentialUse two exclusive promotional tools:• Kindle Countdown Deals: Discount your eBook for a limited time on Amazon.com or Amazon.co.uk.• Free Book Promotion: Offer your Kindle eBook for free for up to five days to attract new readers.Learn more about KDP Select
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Jupiter PhaetonFrance / Fantasy"KDP has changed my life. I was able to fulfill my dream of becoming a full-time author while retaining control over my copyrights. I am the decision maker from A to Z on everything related to my book, and I love it."Visit Jupiter Phaeton's author page
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LJ RossUnited Kingdom / Thriller"I choose to publish independently because it offers flexibility and allows me to retain full control of my work. There are no glass ceilings and I am able to connect with readers, whose opinions matter the most."Visit LJ Ross' author page
[H2] Royalty for print book sales
Print in both paperback and hardcoverEarn up to a 60% royalty on print book salesWe print your paperback and hardcover books on demand so you don't have to pay any upfront costs or carry any inventory. We deduct the cost to print your book from your royalty rate when we ship an order.Offer your book in libraries and book retailers with Expanded Distribution for paperbacksBook retailers and libraries purchase paperbacks from large distributors. If you enroll your paperback in Expanded Distribution, we'll make your book available to distributors so book retailers and libraries can find your book and order it. (US and UK only)60%Print Royalty RateLearn more about paperback royalties|Learn more about hardcover royalties
[H2] See what you can earn with KDP
Sample pricing for US onlyeBookPaperbackList Price (without tax)$2.99$9.99Royalty Rate$2.09(up to 70%)$5.99(up to 60%)File Delivery / Printing Costs(-$0.30)*2 MB x $0.15(-$4.00)**(250 pages x $0.012) + $1.00Total Royalty$1.79 per eBook sold$1.99 per Paperback sold*File delivery costs based on 2MB file sold on Amazon.com.View file delivery costs by marketplace**Printing costs based on a paperback with 250 pages, regular trim size, and black and white ink sold on Amazon.com. Learn more about paperback printing costs for all marketplaces, ink types, and page counts.View hardcover printing costsUse our pricing calculator to estimate printing costs and royalties for paperbacks and hardcovers.
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Fernando GamboaSpain / Adventure"In 2007 I began publishing novels with traditional publishers, but despite selling tens of thousands of copies, I never believed in the possibility of dedicating myself to writing professionally. Something that didn't happen until I started self-publishing on KDP in 2011 and selling my books on Amazon. Since then, my books not only reach readers around the world, but I have also become one of the most successful authors in my country. So I can say without any doubt that today I am a professional author thanks to Amazon and Kindle Direct Publishing. What more could I ask for?"Visit Fernando Gamboa's author page
[H2] Join our community of authors
Have a question about your account or how to market your book? Ask for help from fellow publishers or lend a hand to someone new.Connect with experts and fellow authorsReady to publish your book?Join KDP
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KDP SelectEarn more money and reach new readersKDP CommunityConnect with experts and fellow authorsCreateSpaceLink your existing account to KDPAudiobook Creation Exchange (ACX)Indie audiobook publishing made easyTerms and ConditionsPrivacy NoticeConditions of UseHelpJoin our TeamKDP Japan© 1996-2025, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. Amazon and Kindle are trademarks of Amazon.com Inc. or its affiliates.