KDP & IngramSpark Upload Guide for Self-Publishers

Upload errors are frustrating and can delay your launch. This visual, step-by-step guide walks you through the full setup on both Amazon KDP and IngramSpark, from trim size and paper weight to print-bleed warnings and retail pricing, all in plain language.

What’s Included

• Pre-Upload Master Checklist: Prep your manuscript files, cover requirements, and book metadata so your account doesn’t hit avoidable errors.

• Field-by-Field Walkthroughs: Plain-language explanations of every field on KDP and IngramSpark, so you know exactly what to enter.

• Platform Comparison: KDP vs. IngramSpark side by side, covering pricing strategy, distribution reach, print quality, and the “Both” strategy.

• Common Upload Errors: Tips for fixing cover bleed, embedded fonts, RGB vs. CMYK, and metadata mistakes.

• BISAC Category Quick Reference: Top genre codes for Fiction, Non-Fiction, YA, and Children’s books.

• Prep Worksheets: Printable worksheets to organize your title, keywords, categories, and pricing before you open your dashboards.

Format: One PDF and two editable Word docs.

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