Upload Cover

Ensure your cover is saved as an accepted file format before uploading:
E-book: TIFF or JPEG
Paperback / Hardback: PDF 

You have two options here. You can use Cover Creator to make your own cover, or you can upload a cover you already have. 

If your cover includes a barcode already, check the appropriate box. If you leave the box unchecked, Amazon will generate a barcode for you using your ISBN (if provided). See Section 2 – Gather Your Resources for more information about barcodes. 

A screenshot from the KDP publishing process for e-books. The heading is 'Kindle eBook Cover'. There are two options: Option 1: Use Cover Creator to make your book cover. This is selected, and there is a button that says 'Launch Cover Creator'. Option 2: Upload a cover you already have.
E-book cover upload options (1) – use Cover Creator to make a book cover
A screenshot from the KDP publishing process for e-books. The heading is 'Kindle eBook Cover'. There are two options: Option 1: Use Cover Creator to make your book cover. Option 2: Upload a cover you already have. This is selected and there is a button called 'Upload your cover file'.
E-book cover upload options (2) – upload a cover you already have
A screenshot from the KDP publishing process for paperback and hardback books. The heading is 'Book Cover'. There are two options: Option 1: Use Cover Creator to make your book cover. This is selected, and there is a button that says 'Launch Cover Creator'. Option 2: Upload a cover you already have.
Paperback / hardback upload options (1) – use Cover Creator to make a book cover
A screenshot from the KDP publishing process for paperback and hardback books. The heading is 'Book Cover'. There are two options: Option 1: Use Cover Creator to make your book cover. Option 2: Upload a cover you already have. This is selected and there is a button called 'Upload your cover file'.
Paperback / hardback cover upload options (2) – upload a cover you already have

Cover Creator

The Cover Creator tool can help you design a cover. However, the options and images available are limited, which makes it difficult, if not impossible, to create a polished, professional-looking cover.

A screenshot of the KDP Cover Creator tool. There are images and text explaining the basic process. 1. Choose Design. 2. Style and edit. 3. Preview.

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