BLUE DIAMOND PRINTS
Beginner · Self-paced
KDP Beginner Publishing Blueprint
Take a book from idea to KDP-ready files.
Learn the basic process of self-publishing with Amazon KDP: developing a book idea, choosing a niche, preparing and formatting the manuscript, creating a cover and getting everything ready to upload.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
What you'll be able to do
Develop and test a book idea
Choose a niche
Prepare a clean manuscript
Format interior files
Create a compliant cover
Complete the KDP set-up steps
Course overview: six modules
Each module has lesson objectives, plain explanations, a worked example, action steps, an exercise and a recap.
01Understanding KDP
Know how KDP works and what it costs.
Understanding KDP
Know how KDP works and what it costs.
- eBook vs paperback
- Royalties overview
- Content rules
02Book Ideas and Niches
Choose a book worth making.
Book Ideas and Niches
Choose a book worth making.
- Idea sources
- Niche research
- Book idea worksheet
03Preparing the Manuscript
Write and edit a clean manuscript.
Preparing the Manuscript
Write and edit a clean manuscript.
- Outline
- Drafting
- Editing
04Formatting
Create correct interior files.
Formatting
Create correct interior files.
- Trim size and margins
- Fonts
- Exporting
05Cover Design
Make a cover that fits the rules.
Cover Design
Make a cover that fits the rules.
- Cover sizes
- Design tips
- Spine and back
06Preparing to Publish
Complete metadata and upload steps.
Preparing to Publish
Complete metadata and upload steps.
- Title and description
- Keywords and categories
- Proofs and publishing
INCLUDED IN R299
Workbook & tools
- KDP publishing workbook
- Book idea worksheet
- Manuscript checklist
- Formatting checklist
- Publishing checklist
BONUSES
Extra resources
- 50 beginner-friendly book ideas
Who this course is for
- First-time self-publishers
- Writers and journal or workbook creators
- Anyone curious about Amazon KDP
Educational guidance only. No guaranteed followers, sales, earnings or results.
Access & download
One PDF containing the six modules, workbook pages, checklists and bonuses. Read on a phone, tablet or computer, or print the worksheets.
The file is stored privately. Your secure download link is issued only after your payment is verified, and it opens only the course you bought.
Questions
Do I need any experience?
No. Every module starts from the basics, explains terms in plain English and ends with action steps and a short recap.
Is this a video course?
No. You receive one self-paced PDF with six written modules, the workbook pages, checklists and every bonus listed above. There are no videos or live classes.
How do I receive it?
After your payment is verified, a protected download link appears on the confirmation page and is sent to your checkout email. Save the PDF to your device.
Will this guarantee results or income?
No. This is educational guidance, not a promise of followers, sales or earnings. Results depend on your effort, product quality and market.
Can I share or resell the course?
No. The course is licensed for your personal learning. You may use what you learn to create your own original work.
What if I have a problem with my download?
Contact Blue Diamond Prints through the Contact page with your order details. The store's refund policy applies.
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Six modules. One-time R299.