The market for ebook readers is at an all-time high, with even mainstream news publications moving online to become digital-first.
Many publishers have shifted their focus to producing content specifically for younger readers, utilizing platforms like Kindle and Kobo’s quick, easy to use apps to distribute their books to the broadest audience possible.
Today, we’ll walk you through the process of writing a Kindle eBook using a Note 4.
The Basics
If you’re writing a Kindle eBook, you’ll need an ebook-compatible device. If you use a desktop or laptop, you’ll need an ebook reader app, otherwise known as an ereader or e-book reader. Once you’ve got your ebook reader, you can start setting up your Kindle eBook to publish.
Step 1: Set Up Your Kindle
The first step in the writing process is to set up your Kindle. Visit the Kindle store and download the Amazon Kindle App to your mobile device. Once installed, open the Kindle App and set up your Kindle using the information provided to you by Amazon. You’ll need to input your Amazon account information, as this is the only way the Kindle App will work.
The Kindle hardware is small and light, so you’ll want to ensure you’ve got a location to store it. If you’re carrying it around, you can put it in your bag or pocket and it’ll be quite easy to grab when needed. Once you’ve set up your Kindle, take a break and come back later so you can begin writing your novel.
Step 2: Set Up Your Media Library
An important part of any author’s toolkit is a good media library. Your media library will hold all the images, videos, and other content you use in your book. On your Kindle, you’ll see a small circular icon in the top right corner. This is your media library. Tap on it and you’ll see a menu with a few options; choose Add Media.
You can browse through Amazon’s vast collection of books and movies to find content to include in your novel. You’ll see a little movie icon on the right side of your Kindle’s screen whenever there’s an available video to add to your collection. Tap on it and you’ll see a menu with several options. From here, you can download videos from popular services like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu. You can also add audiobooks, music, or Amazon’s own library of downloadable movies and tv shows. When you’re done adding your chosen content, tap on the trash can icon at the top of your device to remove the content.
Step 3: Start Writing
Once you’ve got your Kindle set up and your media library stocked, it’s time to write. Start by crafting a brief outline for your book. This will help you organize your thoughts and ideas and establish the major events and characters in your story. Outline your novel and make a list of the major points you want to make in your book. The more you put in this outline, the easier it will be to draft later on.
Take some time to plan before you start writing. What will the story be about? Who is the main character? What exactly will you write about? The more you know, the more you can write. Start small and work your way up to the bigger story ideas. Outline your novel and make a list of the major points you want to make in your book. The more you put in this outline, the easier it will be to draft later on.
Step 4: Final Draft
Once you’ve got your manuscript in good order, it’s time to polish and polish some more. Look through your draft and make any needed changes to ensure it’s perfect. When you’re done, take a break and come back later so you can begin editing your ebook. When you’re finally ready to publish your book, use the preview feature on your Kindle to make sure everything is spelled correctly and that the flow of the text is smooth. Once you’re satisfied that everything is perfect, publish your book and take a bow!
If you follow these steps, you’ll be able to write a Kindle eBook using any device and have it published within minutes. If you have any questions or need help, visit the Kindle support section of their website to find answers.