Amazon KDP
by Amazon KDP
Amazon's free self-publishing platform for ebooks, paperbacks, and hardcovers sold on Amazon; authors set their price and earn royalties per sale.
The facts
- Opportunity name
- Amazon KDP
- Category
- Digital income
- Potential compensation
- 35% or 70% royalty on ebooks; 60% of list price minus printing cost on paperback (source: official pay page)
- Estimated time required
- Varies — see details
- Location
- us-only — U.S. (global marketplaces)
- Eligibility
- U.S. adults
- Experience required
- Payment method
- direct-deposit — Royalties paid to your bank account; publishing is free and printing costs come out of print royalties.
- Costs to start
- $0 to publish — no upfront fees; printing costs are deducted from print royalties
- Official source
- https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GQ8UH9SN83UFNVKR (official site)
- Last verified
- Verification status
- active
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How It Works
Create a free KDP account, format and upload your manuscript and cover, set your price and royalty option, publish, and earn royalties per sale.
Who May Qualify
Eligibility: U.S. adults. See "Who May Qualify" details from the provider's official site before applying.
To apply: Create a free KDP account and upload your book.
What To Expect
Time and outcomes vary by person. Treat any pay figure as a starting point, not a promise — results vary.
Important
No specific limitations or caveats recorded for this listing. Read the provider's official terms before joining — especially around fees, data use, and payout rules.