Most people format their KDP book wrong before they even realize there’s a right way.
They write in a default Word doc, pick a font that feels fine, and upload it to Amazon. Then the rejections start. Wrong margins. Missing fonts. Text too close to the edge.
It’s frustrating — and completely avoidable.
KDP formatting isn’t about design talent. It’s about knowing a handful of technical rules before you build your document. Set the right trim size. Use mirror margins. Embed your fonts. That’s most of the battle.
This guide walks you through every setting that matters — interior layout, margin numbers, bleed, and file export — in plain language.
No design background needed. Just follow the steps.