Converting to ePub & Kindle Formats

Want to sell on Amazon Kindle or other ebook platforms? Here's how to convert your products to the right formats.

Understanding Ebook Formats

Converting Word to ePub

Method 1: Calibre (Free)

Calibre is free software for ebook management and conversion.

1. Download Calibre: calibre-ebook.com
2. Install and open
3. Click "Add books" → select your DOCX file
4. Select the book in your library
5. Click "Convert books"
6. Choose "ePub" as output format
7. Adjust settings if needed
8. Click "OK" to convert

Method 2: Online Converters

CloudConvert:

1. Go to cloudconvert.com
2. Upload your DOCX or PDF
3. Select ePub as output
4. Convert and download

Zamzar:

1. Go to zamzar.com
2. Upload your file
3. Choose ePub format
4. Convert and download

Method 3: Google Docs

1. Open DOCX in Google Docs
2. File → Download → ePub Publication (.epub)

Note: Results may need cleanup

Converting for Kindle (KDP)

Amazon's Preferred Formats

• Word (.docx) — KDP converts automatically
• ePub — Clean, widely compatible
• PDF — Not recommended (formatting issues)

Best Practice for KDP

1. Start with clean Word file

   • Use standard fonts (Times, Arial)
   • Simple formatting
   • Proper heading styles

2. Upload directly to KDP

   • Amazon converts automatically
   • Preview in their previewer
   • Fix any issues

3. Or convert to ePub first

   • More control over output
   • Test before uploading

Formatting Tips for Conversion

Do:

✅ Use heading styles (H1, H2, H3) ✅ Use standard fonts ✅ Keep formatting simple ✅ Use page breaks between chapters ✅ Optimize images (compress, reasonable size)

Don't:

❌ Use multiple columns ❌ Use text boxes ❌ Use fancy fonts ❌ Use headers/footers (they don't convert well) ❌ Include large images

Amazon KDP Specifics

Important Warning

Amazon has strict policies on duplicate content. Since PLR content may be used by others:

You MUST make significant edits:

• Rewrite sections substantially
• Add your own chapters
• Include unique insights
• Change structure and flow
• Update with current information

Minimal changes (just cover/title) will likely be rejected.

KDP Publishing Steps

1. Go to kdp.amazon.com
2. Create/log in to account
3. Create new Kindle ebook
4. Fill in book details
5. Upload manuscript (DOCX or ePub)
6. Upload cover (requirements specific)
7. Preview thoroughly
8. Set pricing
9. Publish

Cover Requirements for Kindle

• Minimum 1000px on shortest side
• Ideal: 2560 x 1600 px
• RGB color mode
• JPEG or TIFF format

ePub for Other Platforms

Apple Books

• Accepts ePub directly
• Upload via iTunes Connect
• Similar content policies apply

Kobo

• Accepts ePub
• Kobo Writing Life platform
• Less strict than Amazon

Google Play Books

• Accepts ePub and PDF
• Google Play Books Partner Center

Conversion Tools Comparison

Recommended Workflow

For Kindle Publishing

1. Download ebook from Master Library
2. Edit significantly in Word/Docs
3. Add unique content (intro, examples, insights)
4. Create new cover in Canva
5. Convert to ePub with Calibre (optional)
6. Upload to KDP
7. Preview thoroughly
8. Publish

For Multiple Platforms

1. Create one clean ePub master
2. Upload to each platform
3. Adjust as needed per platform requirements