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Hi there, my name is Mark, I am the Moderator of the Book Bolt Studio & the Book Bolt YouTube Live Calls that Neil has every other week. This is a total rewrite of the article I wrote over 2 years ago and had over 5,000 views. I hope it will help you in some way. Good Luck.
Are you new to Book Bolt and KDP and not sure where to begin? I’ve been there, feeling overwhelmed, confused, and wondering where to even start. I get it, because I was exactly where you are. Then this guide is for you.
Whether you're already trying to publish or just learning about KDP for the first time, it’s easy to feel stuck. There’s so much advice floating around, and most of it either skips steps or assumes you already know what you're doing. I created this guide to help you take the guesswork out of learning.
I’ve been working in the world of self-publishing for a few years now, I’m not here to promise quick success or hype you up with unrealistic expectations, like what a lot of YouTubers and Bloggers do. I just want to share what I’ve learned, what I’ve seen others go through, and how to move forward with a real understanding.
When I started, I made a lot of mistakes. I uploaded low-quality books, didn’t really understand how to stand out, and wasted time doing things that didn’t work. But the truth is, I learned. And I want to help you avoid those mistakes, so you don’t have to go through the same struggle.
This guide is broken into five parts:
• Intro – You’re here now
• Part 1 - My Story
• Part 2 - I Just Want to Make a Book
• Part 3 - You’re Ready to Learn, Start Here
• Part 4 - Learning Even More & Doing Better
If the above sounds familiar, I want you to know, you’re not alone. What I experienced is almost exactly what others go through too. So let me start with my story in Part 1 - My Story.