KDP Self-Publishing Blog
Guides and strategies for Amazon KDP publishers.
How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon KDP in 2026 (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)
Amazon KDP remains the easiest way to get your book in front of millions of readers worldwide. Whether you are publishing your first novel or your tenth nonfiction title, this guide walks you through every step from account creation to post-launch marketing.
How to Check Your Book Ranking on Amazon (and What the Numbers Actually Mean)
Your Amazon Best Sellers Rank (BSR) is one of the most important numbers for any self-published author. It tells you how well your book is selling relative to every other book on the platform. But understanding what the numbers actually mean - and how to use them strategically - is where most authors get stuck.
How to Set Up Amazon A+ Content for Your Book (with Examples)
Amazon A+ Content lets you replace your plain-text book description with rich images, comparison charts, and branded layouts. It is one of the most underused tools available to authors, and when done well, it can significantly boost your conversion rate and sales.
How to Choose the Right KDP Keywords and Categories (7 Keyword Strategy)
Keywords and categories are the two biggest levers you have for getting your book discovered on Amazon. Get them right and your book shows up when readers search. Get them wrong and your book sits invisible in a catalog of millions. Here is how to make every slot count.
How to Format a Book for KDP (PDF, EPUB, and Paperback Requirements)
Formatting is where many self-published authors hit a wall. Your manuscript looks perfect in Word, but the Kindle preview shows broken pages, missing fonts, or shifted images. This guide walks through everything you need to get your ebook and paperback formatted correctly for KDP the first time.