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KDP FAQ's

This article provides answers to commonly asked questions about Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)

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Written by Landon
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Overview

This article provides answers to commonly asked questions about Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Find solutions for uploading books, resolving account issues, and making enrollment decisions.


How to Upload Your Book to KDP

Upload Process Steps

  1. Sign into your KDP account

  2. Navigate to your bookshelf

  3. Follow the prompts under "Create a New Title"

The platform will guide you through each step of the upload process once you access the creation workflow.


Resolving KDP Issues

When to Contact Support

Contact KDP Support for assistance with:

  • KDP dashboard problems

  • Payment processing issues

  • Book-related technical problems

How to Contact Support

  • Access KDP Support: Click HERE

  • Submit your specific issue through their contact form

  • Provide detailed information about your problem for faster resolution


KDP Select Enrollment Decision

Recommendation: Enroll During Launch Phase

Yes, you should enroll in KDP Select for your book launch. This recommendation is covered in detail in the launch lesson of module 5.


Benefits of KDP Select Enrollment

Promotional Tools Access

  • Free book promotions: Run promotional campaigns to boost visibility

  • Kindle Countdown Deals: Create time-limited discount offers for launch strategy

Enhanced Visibility

  • Invisible hand effect: Amazon shows your book to more people when enrolled

  • Increased discoverability through Amazon's recommendation algorithms


Important KDP Select Restrictions

Exclusivity Requirements

  • Exclusivity agreement applies to ebook only

  • Paperback versions are not restricted

  • You can continue publishing paperbacks through other distributors

Distribution Limitations

  • Cannot distribute ebook on other platforms while enrolled

  • Must opt out before distributing elsewhere

  • Violation of exclusivity can result in account penalties


Post-Launch Strategy

When to Opt Out

  • Complete your launch phase first

  • Then opt out of KDP Select

  • This allows distribution on other platforms for broader reach

Critical Requirement

You MUST opt out of KDP Select before distributing your ebook on other platforms. Failure to do this violates the exclusivity agreement.

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