S1 EP19: My KDP Process For Self-Publishing a Short Fiction Book Part 1
- Kevin Brandt
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
šāØ Welcome back, everyone! I'm thrilled to dive into the exciting world of publishing once again. š This time, you'll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how a book gets published. š
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- Discusses the process of publishing a book, specifically Peering in the Darkness.
- Steps include manuscript formatting, KDP Bookshelf entry, setting details, and creating a book cover.
- Manuscript formatting tips:
Ā Ā - Use the KDP template and modify in Word.
Ā Ā - Use a larger screen and multiple pages view.
Ā Ā - Ensure proper margins, wider on the inside.
Ā Ā - Handle bleed carefully.
Ā Ā - Utilize section breaks for formatting changes.
Ā Ā - Use automatic Table of Contents and page/word counting.
Ā Ā - Match page size with KDP bookshelf settings.
Ā Ā - Choose easy-to-read fonts, avoid default fonts.
Ā Ā - Consider the impact of images on printing costs and adjust accordingly.
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