Self-Publishing Amazon Books With Kdp

Formatting/Editing your manuscript w/ Microsoft Word: Creating Microsoft PowerPoint Books Covers: Self-publishing w/ KDP

What you'll learn

Format and edit your manuscript in Microsoft Word for professional quality Kindle eBook and Print-on-Demand (POD) paperback self-publishing.

Create a free professional-quality do it yourself (DIY) book cover using Microsoft PowerPoint and free images found on Pixabay.

Self-publish your manuscript in Amazon Kindle eBook and Print-on-Demand (POD) paperback formats using the Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) web-based interface.

Set up Microsoft Word with the best editing and formatting settings for writers.

Apply proper paragraph styles, spacing, and indentation for a clean layout.

Use section breaks and page numbers to structure your book correctly.

Insert and format images, tables, and special elements without errors.

Create a professional title page, copyright page, and table of contents.

Copy-edit your manuscript manually to eliminate typos and inconsistencies.

Use Grammarly to enhance grammar, spelling, and readability in your book.

Design an eye-catching book cover using Microsoft PowerPoint—no design skills needed.

Resize and optimize images to meet Amazon’s KDP cover requirements.

Configure your manuscript to the correct file format for Kindle and paperback publishing.

Navigate the KDP dashboard and fill in every required field for publishing success.

Upload your formatted manuscript and preview it before publishing.

Choose the best book categories and keywords to increase discoverability.

Set the right pricing strategy for both Kindle eBooks and print editions.

Write a compelling book description that attracts and convinces readers to buy.

Understand Amazon KDP’s royalty options and maximize your earnings.

Leverage free marketing tools inside KDP to promote your book effectively.

Learn why writing in a series boosts long-term success and repeat sales.

Publish with confidence and become a self-published author on Amazon today!

Requirements

You'll need copies of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, or Microsoft Office, to follow along.

You'll need a web browser (Chrome is demonstrated) to access KDP.

Description

Self-Publishing Amazon Books with KDP: Master the Art of Formatting, Editing, Cover Design, and PublishingTransform Your Manuscript into a Professionally Published Amazon Kindle eBook and PaperbackAre you ready to take control of your publishing journey and bring your book to life?Welcome to “Self-Publishing Amazon Books with KDP,” the comprehensive training course designed to guide aspiring authors through every stage of the Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) process. Whether you are a first-time writer or an experienced author looking to refine your skills, this course equips you with the tools to format, edit, design, and self-publish your book seamlessly.Through step-by-step instruction and hands-on demonstrations, you will learn how to:Format your manuscript for professional publication using Microsoft WordDesign a compelling book cover with Microsoft PowerPoint—no expensive software requiredOptimize and copy-edit your manuscript for clarity, accuracy, and readabilityPublish your book in Kindle eBook and Print-on-Demand (POD) paperback formats using Amazon KDPComprehensive Learning with Actionable StrategiesThis course is a one-stop resource that compiles multiple training modules into a single, streamlined experience. Every lesson is designed to be practical and actionable, eliminating unnecessary fluff while ensuring you gain valuable, real-world skills.What You Will Learn:Manuscript Preparation & FormattingAdjust Microsoft Word settings for efficient editing and formattingStructure your book for Kindle eBooks and print editionsImplement professional design techniques to enhance readabilityBook Cover Design Made SimpleUse Microsoft PowerPoint to create an eye-catching, high-quality book coverLearn how to optimize images and typography for Amazon’s platformDesign book covers that meet Amazon’s publishing guidelinesEditing & Proofreading TechniquesPerform manual copy-editing to refine your contentUtilize Grammarly’s automated tools to enhance grammar, spelling, and readabilityPublishing & Marketing EssentialsNavigate the KDP interface and fill out every field with optimized valuesUpload, preview, and publish your book with confidenceGain introductory marketing insights to boost visibility and salesBonus: Insider Strategies to Maximize Your Book’s SuccessBeyond formatting and publishing, this course also provides expert guidance on how to position your book for success. You will learn how to:Choose the perfect book title to enhance searchability and discoverabilityPrice your book strategically to drive more sales and reader engagementDevelop a winning author strategy by writing in a series for long-term successYour Path to Becoming a Published Author Starts Today!By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and confidence to self-publish your book on Amazon KDP, reaching a global audience with your work. No prior technical skills are required—just a manuscript and a passion for publishing.Enroll now and take the first step toward becoming a successful, self-published author. Let’s turn your writing into a published book today!I'll see you in the classroom,–-Brian

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course Overview

Lecture 2 Self-publishing Process

Lecture 3 Course Resources

Lecture 4 How to Watch This Course

Section 2: Microsoft Word Setup

Lecture 5 Run Microsoft Word From the Windows Taskbar

Lecture 6 Word Screen Layout and Navigation

Lecture 7 Optimize Your Writing Environment

Lecture 8 Section Project

Section 3: Format Your Manuscript for Publication with Microsoft Word

Lecture 9 Formatting Your Manuscript for Amazon Paperback Publication

Lecture 10 Displaying Formatting Characters

Lecture 11 Replacing Invalid Characters

Lecture 12 Dropping the Formatting Bomb

Lecture 13 Configure Fiction Paragraph and Heading Styles

Lecture 14 Configure Nonfiction Paragraph and Numbered Heading Styles

Lecture 15 Formatting Scene Separators

Lecture 16 Format Your Manuscript for Publication

Lecture 17 Select and Edit Text

Lecture 18 Configure Selected Text

Lecture 19 Inserting and Aligning Images

Lecture 20 Add the Missing Sections

Lecture 21 Using the Fiction and Nonfiction Templates

Lecture 22 Section Project

Section 4: Create a Book Cover with Microsoft PowerPoint

Lecture 23 Getting Started: Creating, Layout, Saving and Exporting

Lecture 24 Setting PowerPoint Export Resolution to 300 DPI

Lecture 25 Setting PowerPoint 2013 Export Resolution to 300 DPI on Windows 8.1

Lecture 26 Choosing a Background for Your Book Cover

Lecture 27 Inserting and Configuring Text Boxes

Lecture 28 Duplicating and Manipulating Text Boxes

Lecture 29 Inserting and Configuring Colored Boxes

Lecture 30 Grouping and Ungrouping Elements

Lecture 31 Inserting Pictures and a Second Sample Book Cover Pt. 1

Lecture 32 Inserting Pictures and a Second Sample Book Cover Pt. 2

Lecture 33 All the Places to Find PowerPoint Commands

Lecture 34 Creating a Paperback Book Cover (Cover/Spine/Back Cover)

Section 5: Advanced PowerPoint Image and Text Editing

Lecture 35 Introduction to Advanced PowerPoint Image and Text Editing

Lecture 36 Book Cover Versions, Multiple Book Covers and Exporting

Lecture 37 Resizing, Positioning, Rotating, Flipping and Cropping Images

Lecture 38 Removing Image Backgrounds to Produce Image Silhouettes

Lecture 39 Removing Image Insets to Produce Image Frames

Lecture 40 Stacking Image Layers and Controlling Image Layer Stacking Order

Lecture 41 Working with Individual Images and Grouping Slide Elements

Lecture 42 Applying Artistic Effects, Color and Corrections, Picture Styles and Effects

Lecture 43 More About Text and Fonts

Lecture 44 The Big Cover Image Project Example

Lecture 45 Section Project

Section 6: Book Cover Creation Examples

Lecture 46 Recreating the "Big Bones" Cover

Lecture 47 Recreating the "Book of Dreams" Cover

Lecture 48 Recreating the "The Last Divine" Cover

Section 7: Self-publish Your Amazon Book with KDP

Lecture 49 Publish Your Book in Kindle Format Using KDP

Lecture 50 Copywrite Your Amazon Book Description

Lecture 51 Self-publishing a POD Paperback on Amazon Using KDP

Lecture 52 Book Review Process, Approval and Monitoring

Lecture 53 Beta: Automatic Audible Audiobook Generation via KDP

Lecture 54 Section Project: Are You a Published Author?

Section 8: Amazon Self-publishing Demonstration

Lecture 55 Publish Your Manuscript in Amazon Kindle eBook Format Using KDP

Lecture 56 Publish Your Manuscript in POD Paperback Format Using KDP

Section 9: Intermission

Lecture 57 Please Leave a Review

Section 10: Copy Edit Your Manuscript

Lecture 58 Copy Editing vs Content Editing

Lecture 59 Cost of Not Copy Editing Your Work

Lecture 60 Cost of Professional Copy Editing

Lecture 61 Spiral vs Waterfall Copy Editing

Lecture 62 Using Grammarly for Grammar and Spelling Errors

Lecture 63 Addendum: Grammarly Installation and Usage Changes

Lecture 64 Copy Editing Backward to Not Get Caught Up In Your Story

Lecture 65 Copy Editing Out Loud to Catch More Errors

Lecture 66 Drafting Others to Copy Edit Your Work

Lecture 67 Section Project

Section 11: Additional PowerPoint Material

Lecture 68 PowerPoint Slide Animation

Lecture 69 Draw Any Shape in PowerPoint (Part 1)

Lecture 70 Draw Any Shape in PowerPoint (Part 2)

Section 12: KDP Book Publishing Details

Lecture 71 Enter the KDP Select Program

Lecture 72 More on KDP Select

Lecture 73 Choose a Title People Can Find

Lecture 74 Always Specify a Subtitle

Lecture 75 Name Your Book to Be Found

Lecture 76 Always Write a Series

Lecture 77 Maintain Your Edition Number

Lecture 78 Specify an Impressive Publisher

Lecture 79 Copywrite Your Book Description

Lecture 80 Only Use One Book Contributor: You

Lecture 81 Why You Should Write Your Book in English

Lecture 82 Never Specify an ISBN Number

Lecture 83 Enhance Public Domain Work

Lecture 84 Choose Categories to Become a Bestseller

Lecture 85 Specify Age and Grade Ranges for Children's Books

Lecture 86 When to Release for Preorder

Lecture 87 Uploading and Reviewing Your Book Interior

Lecture 88 Why You Should Not Enable Digital Rights Management

Lecture 89 Selecting Your Publishing Territories

Lecture 90 Price Your Book to Optimize Revenue

Lecture 91 Always Enter the Kindle MatchBook Program

Lecture 92 You Have Little Choice But to Allow Lending of Your Book

Section 13: Amazon Book Marketing

Lecture 93 Amazon Kindle eBook Marketing Sales Funnel

Section 14: Conclusion

Lecture 94 Bonus Lecture

First-time authors who want to publish their first Kindle eBook or paperback but don’t know where to start.,Writers on a budget who want to self-publish without hiring expensive editors, designers, or formatting services.,Fiction and nonfiction authors looking to turn their manuscripts into professional-quality books.,Entrepreneurs, coaches, and business professionals who want to publish books as part of their brand or marketing strategy.,Bloggers and content creators who want to repurpose their content into a book format for wider reach and monetization.,Educators and course creators who want to publish supplementary books to support their online courses.,Anyone struggling with the technical aspects of Amazon KDP and needs a simple, step-by-step guide to get published.