Amazon KDP Low-Content Books: A Beginner’s Guide That Actually Works

Did you know that thousands of people already earn money every month selling books that don’t need text?

That’s right. Notebooks, planners, diaries, activity books, and other simple formats are among the best-selling products on Amazon KDP.

Creating these low-content books doesn’t require you to be a writer. Or a designer. With the right tools, you can produce quick templates, publish in minutes, and start generating passive income.

In this article, you’ll learn how to create your low-content books, how to make them look professional, and how to promote them to attract buyers. All in a practical, straightforward, and uncomplicated way.

Let’s get started!

 

What are Low-Content Books on Amazon KDP?

Think of a normal book: it has a story, lots of written information, or complex graphics. A Low Content Book is the opposite of that.

These are books that have little or no content to be read on the inside pages, being created mainly to be filled in by the user themselves.

The acronym KDP stands for Kindle Direct Publishing, which is Amazon’s platform where anyone can publish their own printed or digital book.

 

Key Features

• Minimal or Repetitive Content: The author’s work is more focused on the cover design and the format of the internal pages, which are repetitive.

• Made to be Used: The value of the book lies in its usefulness to the buyer, not in reading it.

• Easy to Create: Compared to a novel or textbook, creating the internal pages is much simpler and faster.

Common Examples

To better understand, here are some examples of items that are considered Low Content Books:

• Notebooks: Blank or lined pages for writing.

• Agendas/Diaries: Pages with dates or spaces to record daily activities, thoughts, or gratitude.

• Coloring Books: Pages with drawings ready to be colored.

• Puzzle Books: Such as simple crossword puzzles, word searches, or Sudoku.

• Logbooks: For tracking habits, financial expenses, reading, exercise, or even scorecard templates for games.

How KDP Works (in summary)

Amazon KDP allows you to:

• Create and Upload: You create the cover and interior of your low-content book in a digital file and send it to Amazon.

• Sell Online: Your book becomes available for purchase on Amazon’s website, alongside books by famous authors.

• Print on Demand: This is the coolest part. When someone buys your book, Amazon prints it on the spot (hence the term “on demand”) and ships it to the customer. You don’t need to keep a stock of books at home!

• Earn Royalties: You earn a percentage of the sale price (royalties) every time someone buys a copy of your book.

In essence, it’s a way to create and sell simple, useful products without having to worry about printing, inventory, or shipping.

 

 

1. Initial Setup and Login

• Access and Login: Access the KDP website (kdp.amazon.com). If you do not have an account, you must register (the process is free and simple, requiring your name, email address, and phone verification).

• Required Files: You must have two files ready and downloaded:

1. 1. Your book cover.
   2. The content/inside of the book.

2. Book Details (Step 1 of 3)

After clicking on “Create book with standard cover” (the format chosen in the video), fill in the details:

Field: Main Instruction.

Language: Choose the publication language.

Title and Subtitle: The title should be relevant and appear on the book cover. The subtitle is an additional description.

Author: Use your name or a pseudonym. If you use a pseudonym, make sure you are not infringing on any trademarks.

Book Description: This is the text that will appear on the Amazon sales page. It should contain basic information about the book for the customer (e.g., theme, size, number of pages, cover type).

Rights: You must declare that you own the copyright to the content.

Main Audience: Check “No” if the book does not contain sexually explicit images or language.

Reading Age: This is optional, but it helps define the audience (e.g., ages 4 to 10).

Stores: Choose the main store. The video notes that, at the time, physical printed books were not available for direct sale on amazon.com.br due to changes in guidelines.

Categories: Select up to three categories and subcategories that best describe your book to help readers find it.

Keywords: Use up to seven keywords that people are likely to search for on Amazon to find your book (e.g., “coloring book,” “children’s coloring book”).

 

3. Book Content (Step 2 of 3)

In this section, the focus is on file format and uploading:

• ISBN: The ISBN is a barcode that identifies the book. KDP offers a free ISBN, which can only be used for distribution through Amazon and its partners (which is ideal for this type of book).

• Printing Options: Choose the type of interior (e.g., black and white with white paper) and the final dimensions (size) of your book.

• Cover Finish: Select whether the cover will be matte or glossy (in the video, glossy was chosen).

• Upload: Upload the content file and the cover file (which must be in print-ready PDF format).

• Preview: Use the tool to check the cover, spine, and interior. It is essential to ensure that nothing (images or text) is outside the margins or trim lines. After checking all pages, click “Approve.”

• Printing Cost: KDP shows a summary of the cost Amazon will incur to print each copy of your book.

4. Rights and Prices (Step 3 of 3)

The final step is about the selling price and your profit:

• Territories: Leave it set to “all territories” to have global distribution rights.

• Prices and Royalties: You enter the sale price of the book (in dollars, in the case of amazon.com). Amazon automatically calculates your royalty (the percentage you earn for each sale), which is the amount left over after printing costs and Amazon’s fee.

• Publication: After setting the price, you click on “Publish your paperback book.”

5. Finalization

• Amazon advises that it will review the book to ensure that it complies with the guidelines.

• Approval and availability for purchase may take up to 72 hours.

• You will receive a confirmation email when the book is published and available for sale.

Disclosure Strategies

The promotion of a Low-Content Book on Amazon KDP is divided into two main areas: what you do within Amazon and what you do outside of Amazon.

 

1. Promotion WITHIN Amazon (Focus on Findability)

The goal is to get Amazon to show your book to people who are ready to buy.

• Text Optimization (SEO): It is crucial to use keywords that buyers search for (such as “gratitude journal” or “financial planner”) in the title, subtitle, and especially in the 7 keywords available on KDP. This helps Amazon’s algorithm categorize and display your book correctly.

• Strategic Pricing: Start with an attractive, low price. This helps generate initial sales and earn your first reviews, gaining momentum (meaning the growing momentum, acceleration, or strength that a product, idea, or career gains over time) before you consider raising the price.

• Amazon Ads (Paid Ads): This is the fastest way to get noticed. You pay to have your book featured prominently in search results or on competitors’ product pages, driving immediate traffic to your page.

2. Advertising OUTSIDE Amazon (Focus on Traffic)

The goal is to attract people from other platforms to your sales link.

• Visual Social Media: Platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok are the most suitable, as your product is visual (cover and interior). Create content that shows the book in use. For example, make short videos (Reels or TikTok) flipping through the book or take photos of someone writing/coloring.

• Calls to Action (CTAs): In all your content outside of Amazon, use a direct link to your book’s sales page to convert interest into sales.

• Reviews: Reviews are vital for trust. Ask friends and family to buy and leave honest reviews. Sales and positive reviews help convince new customers and improve your book’s ranking on Amazon.

To begin with, the main focus should be on optimizing all text within Amazon and considering a small investment in advertising.

Conclusion

Creating and promoting low-content books on Amazon KDP is a simple, accessible process with lots of potential. You’ve seen how to choose profitable ideas, put together professional files, and apply promotion strategies that really bring visibility.

In short, anyone can turn simple templates into a real source of income, as long as they follow a clear structure and maintain consistency.

The best recommendation is to start small, test different niches, and adjust your books according to the results. This practical approach allows you to evolve quickly and build a catalog that sells every day.

The solution lies in combining creativity, intuitive tools, and smart promotion. This triad is what sets apart those who try from those who actually make money with KDP.

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