Layout of 4 books for Amazon KDP — EPUB (Kindle) + PDF / Word (print / KDP Print)
Create 4 electronic books in epub (for Kindle) and 4 print versions (KDP Print) of the books on Amazon
The books have the same structure — after the first one, the others will follow the template, but there may be minor nuances. I am attaching the technical specifications. Please indicate your timeline and price, if available: a portfolio with Amazon works.
There are a total of 4 volumes of books, simply typed in Word with approximately 500,000 characters in each volume, excluding spaces.
It is necessary to create a harmoniously and elegantly designed electronic version of the book, which can later be easily adapted into a print format in docx/pdf with a few simple adjustments.
The work must be carried out according to all the necessary parameters required for an electronic book for sale on Amazon and suitable for other platforms selling electronic books as well.
The main rules are written in the attached file, but this is a guideline that can be improved. The file was created based on the development of the first volume in Cloud, but unfortunately, this AI could not meet some needs. Therefore, it was decided to hand this over to a specialist. For this reason, a very extensive description of the technical specifications was created, but the main essence is: to create epub according to all the standards and parameters of Amazon with additional nuances of formatting and file provision, which are written here, and nuances can still be discussed for clarification, as the AI might have made mistakes, and accurate data is needed for proper file formatting.
Some of the specifics:
It is important that comments to links are not broken but are presented as continuous text. However, it should be clear in the formatting where the main text is and where the comments to the main text are.
It is necessary to provide all the parameters used in the end, sizes, distances, fonts, and others when creating the electronic versions of the books and the print version - what and how was used and set. It is essential to follow the required parameters of Amazon very precisely.
(The 2nd volume contains formulas as images - it is necessary that either the images directly in the text do not get distorted or they should be typed "live")
All nuances can be discussed further, and a final decision on the formatting can be made.
Applications 1
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4027 25 0 Hello, Ekaterina.
I have studied the technical specifications. This is a wonderfully crafted document, but as a practitioner who prepares books for Amazon KDP, I can immediately see where the AI went wrong and why the previous attempt failed.
The main problem: the AI suggests doing the final print layout (PDF with mirrored margins and bleeds) in MS Word. With a volume of 500,000 characters, Word will inevitably "break" the layout: footnotes will start to detach from the words, images with formulas (from the second volume) will fly to other pages, and the line spacing will jump.
I specialize in publishing layout (Startfire Studio). My experience working at the global printing giant RR Donnelley guarantees that we will pass Amazon's moderation (both electronic and print) on the first try.
My technical pipeline for your 4 volumes:
1. Print version (Adobe InDesign): I will import your text into InDesign. I will set up strict styles (Paragraph, Character), mirrored margins for the 6x9” format, and "firmly" anchor images-formulas to the text (Anchored Objects) so they never shift.
… 2. EPUB 3.0 version (Clean code): I will not do an automatic export from Word (this produces dirty code). I will assemble the EPUB with clean CSS. Footnotes will have cross hyperlinks (back and forth), as required by Kindle.
3. Reporting: You will receive the requested PDF report with all metrics (fonts, indents, point size) so you can monitor the standards.
My relevant cases (Books for the European/US market and PDF distribution):
• Design and prepress preparation of the book "Change the highway lane" (Europe):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zI8dn9C_Eo
• Layout of the electronic book (Interactive PDF/EPUB):
Google Drive
• System multi-page layout (KREATIV-art Magazine):
Google Drive
Cost estimation and timelines:
The AI's estimate (7-13 hours per book) is too optimistic for a volume of half a million characters with formulas and footnotes.
• Volume No. 1 (Creating Master Template, design system, layout PDF + EPUB + Report): 6000 UAH.
• Volumes No. 2, 3, and 4 (Layout based on the ready template): 4500 UAH per volume.
• Timelines: 4-6 days for the First volume (until the structure is fully approved). The other volumes — 3-4 days each.
Please send the 1st volume (or the part with the most complex footnotes). I will assemble 3-5 pages in InDesign for free and export a test EPUB so you can open it on your device and assess the quality of the font and footnotes before the project starts. Ready to work!
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3729 135 4 9 Hello! I am ready to take on your project. My portfolio is in my profile
Freelancehunt and on Behance
Behance. Feel free to write — I would be happy to collaborate.
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180 Good day. I am interested in your project.
I have experience working with EPUB and preparing books for Amazon KDP. I understand the requirements for Kindle and KDP Print, including file structure, navigation, formatting of notes, working with links, and correct text display on different devices.
I am ready to do:
- EPUB versions for Kindle
- print versions PDF/DOCX
- a unified style for all 4 volumes
- neat formatting of comments and notes
- checking the display of formulas and images
… - preparing files according to Amazon's requirements
I can also provide a list of formatting parameters used: fonts, margins, sizes, and other settings.
I understand that after the first volume, the remaining books can be assembled faster using a ready template, taking into account minor differences between volumes.
I am ready to review the technical specifications and discuss the nuances of the project.
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3958 70 0 1 Good day!
For the past few years, I have been actively working with Amazon KDP, developing books in eBook, Paperback, and Hardcover formats for publication on Amazon as well as for various types of printing, so I am well acquainted with the formats and sizes of files for each option. I actively use ChatGPT, Canva, Kindle Create, and Adobe InDesign for layout.
I can send examples of books in private messages.
Example of a similar completed project:
https://freelancehunt.com/project/verstka-dityachoyi-knigi-dlya-amazon/1577776.html
https://freelancehunt.com/project/skorrektirovat-razmer-pechtanoy-oblozhki-dlya-amazon/1583795.html
https://freelancehunt.com/project/layout-the-book-english/1466373.html
https://freelancehunt.com/project/redaktirovanie-stranits/1492509.html
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I am available for work and ready to start immediately after discussing the details of cooperation.
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1058 26 0 Hello! I will prepare books for publication on Amazon. I adhere to Amazon's formatting and editing rules, user readability, and publishing style. Examples can be viewed in the portfolio.
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384 2 0 Hello! I am happy to help you with the project. I have over 20 years of experience in design.
You can see examples of my work in my profile
Freelancehunt
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762 5 0 Good evening! I have extensive experience in formatting books for Amazon and am well-versed in their requirements. To provide a better assessment, I would like to take a look at the material itself. Sincerely, Maxim.
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5178 199 0 Good day! What is the theme of the books? Can I review the materials? I have over 15 years of experience. Feel free to contact me))
Best regards, Lyudmila.
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6571 102 0 2 I understand what you need, I will do it in the best way, I have extensive experience on Amazon, as well as EPUB.
Check out my portfolioFreelancehunt
Behance
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9703 87 0 Good day 🙂
I do a lot of layout work for Amazon, including electronic formats. I know all the nuances.
The print format and the editable format have many differences in layout, so usually, these are 2 separate layouts for one book, to make everything aesthetic and functional.
I can start working from the beginning of June.
My portfolioFreelancehunt
Reviews https://freelancehunt.com/my/reviews
A little about meFreelancehunt
I would be happy to work together 🙂
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1339 15 0 1 Good day! I know how to properly and qualitatively format books, and I understand the specifics of adaptations. In case of collaboration, I would like to receive a detailed technical assignment and references. Feel free to write, I am always in touch, I don't inflate prices, and I meet deadlines. Portfolio:
Freelancehunt
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218 1 0 Hello! I can complete this project turnkey — prepare all 4 books in EPUB format for Kindle/Amazon KDP and 4 print versions (KDP Print: DOCX/PDF) in accordance with Amazon's requirements.
I understand the specifics of formatting Kindle books:
* correct EPUB structure;
* responsive layout for Kindle;
* table of contents and navigation;
* proper handling of footnotes/comments;
* formatting of quotes, notes, and dividers;
… * preparation of print-ready version for KDP Print;
* compliance with Amazon's parameters for margins, fonts, bleed/margins, etc.;
* checking display on different Kindle devices.
I can also:
* maintain a consistent style for all 4 volumes;
* create a template after the first volume to speed up subsequent ones;
* format formulas and images in the second volume without loss of quality and structure;
* provide a complete list of used parameters: fonts, spacing, sizes, styles, and layout settings.
Since the first volume will serve as the basis for the others, after the template is approved, further work will proceed much faster.
Regarding timelines and costs:
* the first volume — approximately 4–6 days with the development of the template and all nuances;
* the other volumes — faster, about 2–4 days each;
* I will be able to provide exact timelines and costs after reviewing the technical specifications and example source files.
If convenient, you can send:
* technical specifications;
* example Word file;
* example of desired formatting/references.
I can also show examples of similar work or format a few pages as a test.
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