Book Creation
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Chris BairdSelf-publisher and coach. He has published 230 books and sold over 50,000 copies. About Chris
How to Self-Publish a Book With a Co-Author
One KDP account publishes the book and gets paid, so co-authors agree in writing how to split royalties. How to list both names, get paid and split earnings.
Can You Write About Real People in Your Book?
Writing about family, an ex or a public figure? What defamation and privacy law generally mean for authors, and what KDP says. General information only.
Can You Publish a Book Just for Yourself or Your Family?
Yes, you can print a book for yourself or your family. Whether to publish at all, and how to print one or a few copies with KDP proofs, author copies or Lulu.
How Do I Publish a Series of Novellas, and How Do Box Sets Work on KDP?
A novella can go to print on KDP once it reaches 24 pages, and a series page groups the books. Box sets are ebook only. What KDP allows and my own advice.
How Do I Get My Self-Published Book Translated, and Does KDP Treat AI Translation Differently?
To translate a self-published book, check KDP supports the language, then choose a human translator, Kindle Translate or a rights deal. KDP's AI rule explained.
KDP Rejected My Print Cover: Why, and How Do I Check It Before I Upload?
KDP rejected your paperback cover? The usual causes are the barcode area, spine text, margins and bleed. What KDP's pages say and how to check it before upload.
Start with the free checklist
The checklist is the 12 steps I follow for every book I publish, from choosing a topic that already sells to setting up the book's marketing. It is free, and you get it straight away.