In recent years, digital book publishing has become increasingly popular, offering authors an efficient way to reach large audiences without the need to print physical copies. Amazon Kindle is one of the major players in this industry, and to simplify the eBook creation process, it has developed a powerful tool called Kindle Create. In this guide, we will explore the features" Print Replica" of Kindle Create and we will provide detailed instructions on how to use it for editing eBooks in PDF format which must be converted into high quality KPF for publication on Amazon.
What is the Print Replica Section of Kindle Create?
The Print Replica section of Kindle Create is designed to allow authors to replicate the formatting and layout of a PDF book. This is especially useful for works that require a specific visual presentation, such as textbooks, manuals, or illustrated books. By maintaining the original layout of the pages, authors can offer readers a faithful reproduction of the book.
Step 1: Installing Kindle Create
Before you begin, make sure you have Kindle Create installed on your computer. You can download it for free from the official Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) website. Once installed, open the application and select "Create a new book" and "choose".
Step 2: Selecting the Print Replica Section
In the Kindle Create sidebar, you'll find the "Book Section" option. Select "Print Replica" to start working on your print replica. This will activate specific features to maintain the original formatting.
Step 2: Importing the Book File
Import your digital book file in PDF format. Make sure your document is well formatted, as Kindle Create will retain the original structure during the conversion process.
Step 4: Customizing the Formatting
Kindle Create offers a variety of tools to customize the formatting of your print replica. You can insert pages or delete selected pages, insert videos, audio and images. In this specific case, many books in the 400k pack have the cover as their home page. if you want to change the cover, you can create it in Canva, download it as a PDF, delete the cover page in print replica and add the new cover in the same place where you deleted it.
Step 5: Check the Preview View
Before publishing your book, use the preview function to make sure the print replica is as you want. Check the layout of pages, text and images to ensure an optimal reading experience.
Step 6: Publishing on Kindle Direct Publishing
When you're happy with the result, save your work and generate the book in KDP. Publish the book on Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing.
With Kindle Create, creating a print replica is an intuitive and accessible process. Take full advantage of this powerful resource to offer your readers an authentic reading experience that is faithful to the printed version of your book.