darno dejohnette publishing group - kdp book publisher
setting up and publishing a book
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Setting up and publishing a book on Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform involves several steps, each requiring careful attention to detail. Here's a breakdown of typical activities and estimated time frames, assuming you have a finalized manuscript ready for publication. The times are based on industry standards for publication services on an hourly contract.
1. Manuscript Finalization
- Activity: Proofreading and editing the final manuscript.
- Time: 15-30 hours (depending on manuscript length and condition).
2. Formatting for Kindle
- Activity: Formatting the text for Kindle devices, including layout adjustments for text, images, and interactive components like tables or links.
- Time: 8-16 hours.
3. Cover Design
- Activity: Designing a front cover that is attractive and compliant with KDP specifications.
- Time: 5-10 hours.
4. Creating a Marketing Copy
- Activity: Writing a compelling description, author bio, and other marketing texts for the book's Amazon page.
- Time: 2-4 hours.
5. ISBN and Barcode Acquisition
- Activity: Obtain an ISBN and generate a barcode if you are not using the free ISBN from Amazon.
- Time: 1 hour
6. Setting Up on KDP
- Activity: Creating an account on KDP if not already set up, entering book details (title, author, description, keywords, categories), and uploading the manuscript and cover art.
- Time: 2-3 hours.
7. Pricing and Rights Management
- Activity: Deciding on pricing, royalty options, and distribution rights.
- Time: 1-2 hours.
8. Proof Review
- Activity: Review digital proof from KDP to ensure everything converts correctly on various devices.
- Time: 2-3 hours.
9. Publication
- Activity: Final submission of the book for publication on Amazon.
- Time: 1 hour.
10. Post-Publication Adjustments
- Activity: Monitor the book post-launch for any issues and make necessary corrections.
- Time: 2-5 hours
11. Marketing and Promotion Setup
- Activity: Setting up initial marketing efforts such as setting up Amazon ads, planning a book launch, or arranging promotions.
- Time: 5-10 hours.
Can a new self published author achieve commercial success?
It is certainly possible for a new author to achieve commercial success with a self-published book. However, it can be a challenging process, as self-publishing authors must take on the responsibilities of editing, marketing, and distributing their work. That said, the self-publishing industry has grown significantly in recent years and has become more accessible to new authors. Many self-published authors have succeeded through online platforms such as Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing and Barnes & Noble Press. Additionally, self-publishing authors can contact book bloggers and reviewers to get the word out about their work. It's important to note that self-publishing does not guarantee commercial success, and there are no guarantees in the publishing industry. However, with hard work, perseverance, and a great book, a new author can achieve commercial success through self-publishing.
