Free tools for self-publishing authors
Each one answers a question that comes up while you plan a book. Find yours below and open the tool that works it out. They are free, run in your browser and need no sign-up.
Before you publish
What will my book cost to publish?
Self-publishing cost calculator
How many pages will my book be?
Book page count calculator
Do my seven keyword boxes break KDP's rules?
KDP keyword box checker
How do I format my Amazon book description?
KDP book description formatter and character counter
Your print cover
How big does my paperback cover need to be?
KDP cover size and spine width calculator
How do I get a barcode for my cover?
ISBN barcode generator
Price and income
What will I earn on each sale?
KDP royalty and print cost calculator
How many books do I need to sell?
Book sales calculator
Before you sign or print
What should I ask a publishing company before I sign?
Before you pay a publisher. A free 2-page sheet. It asks for your name and email.
Which printer should I use: KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu or Blurb?
Printer comparison sheet. A free 2-page sheet. It asks for your name and email.
Want the rest of the steps in order?
The free checklist is the 12 steps I follow for every book, from choosing a topic to setting up the book's marketing.
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