How to publish a book - for free

Many ideas to write a book and scared it won't be published? Why don't you try to publish it via Amazon? It's a free service - and you'll get paid for your sales.

It requires a bit of work - of course. First step is to write your book. You can choose in which format you do it, but the last version should be in one of Amazon's formats: the most common is with Word, but if you have a programme that publishes ePubs, you're also fine.

(c) after writing, publish for free!

Make sure that the layout is Amazon-friendly, meaning your book has titles for its chapters (click here to find out how to do it). Additionally, the first pages should be: a title page, a copyright page and a table of contents. A cover page is also needed. Either you can ask a professional (e.g. via Fiverr) or have a try yourself. Amazon also offers a programme to make the cover yourself. One tip: keep it simple.

Second step is to create an account, to fill in the details and to upload your book. Make sure you have all the rights to the pictures and the text you're using. Best is to use your own text and pictures.

Amazon will take a look at your book, which doesn't last more than a few days. If they approve it, it will be published and you can start to earn money.

The process can be done again for paperback books, meaning real physical books. The cover page will be different, since it will be the back page of your book as well. Don't forget to write the links to websites in full. One can't click on links in a real book.

Two more tips: register as an affiliate to promote your book and books you like. You'll get extra money. Also don't forget to make an up-to-date author page on Amazon.

Check my books for some examples! It's a great passive income.