Make Money Online with Midjourney AI: Create an Amazon KDP Journal/Exercise Book!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Getting Started with Amazon Kindle Publishing
   • 2.1 Signing up for an Amazon KDP Account
   • 2.2 Setting Up Your Publishing Details
3. Creating a Template for Your Book Cover
   • 3.1 Using Bookout.com to Create a Custom Template
   • 3.2 Customizing the Template in Canva.com
4. Designing the Front Cover with Mid-Journey
   • 4.1 Using Mid-Journey to Create Unique Artwork
   • 4.2 Importing and Resizing the Artwork in Canva
5. Adding Title, Text, and Background Effects
   • 5.1 Adding and Formatting the Title
   • 5.2 Enhancing the Background and Text Visibility
6. Finalizing the Custom Front Cover
   • 6.1 Adjusting the Opacity and Placement
   • 6.2 Adding a Separator and Fine-Tuning the Design
7. Publishing on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
   • 7.1 Creating an Amazon KDP Account
   • 7.2 Entering Book Details and Description
   • 7.3 Selecting Categories and Keywords
   • 7.4 Uploading the Manuscript and Cover
   • 7.5 Previewing and Submitting the Book
8. Pricing, Royalties, and Distribution
   • 8.1 Setting the Pricing for Your Book
   • 8.2 Understanding Royalty Rates and Territories
9. Conclusion
10. Frequently Asked Questions

Introduction

Are You eager to publish your own journal on Amazon Kindle? In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of using Chat GPT and Mid-Journey to create stunning graphics and design a custom book cover for your journal. We will also Delve into the intricacies of publishing your book on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform. With the right tools and techniques, you can become a published author in no time and start monetizing your creativity and knowledge. So, let's get started on this exciting journey of self-publishing!

Getting Started with Amazon Kindle Publishing

2.1 Signing up for an Amazon KDP Account

To begin your journey as a self-published author on Amazon Kindle, you need to create an account on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform. Follow these steps to sign up and set up your publishing details:

1. Go to kdp.amazon.com and click on the "Sign up" button.
2. Fill in your personal details, including your name, email address, and password.
3. Read and accept the terms and conditions for publishing on Amazon KDP.
4. Provide your tax information if required, Based on your country of residence.
5. Verify your email address by clicking on the verification link sent to your registered email.

2.2 Setting Up Your Publishing Details

Once you have successfully created your Amazon KDP account, it's time to set up your publishing details. This includes the book title, description, categories, and keywords. Follow these steps to ensure your book is categorized correctly and optimized for discoverability:

1. On the KDP dashboard, click on "Create a new Kindle eBook" or "Create a new paperback" depending on your publishing format.
2. Fill in the book title, subtitle (if applicable), and edition number (if applicable).
3. Write a captivating book description that incorporates Relevant keywords and highlights the unique aspects of your journal.
4. Select appropriate categories that best describe the genre and content of your book. Choose up to three categories to maximize visibility.
5. Enter relevant keywords that reflect the themes, content, and target audience of your journal.

Creating a Template for Your Book Cover

3.1 Using Bookout.com to Create a Custom Template

To design a visually appealing book cover, you need a properly sized template. Bookout.com provides an easy-to-use tool for generating custom templates. Let's create a template for your journal cover:

1. Visit bookout.com and scroll down to find the template generator.
2. In the template generator, specify the width as 6 inches, Height as 9 inches, and page count as 120 (typical for most journals).
3. Leave the default settings for background color as white.
4. Enter your email address and click on "Email Cover Template."
5. Check your email inbox for the template file downloaded from Bookout.com.

3.2 Customizing the Template in Canva.com

Now that you have the template, let's proceed to Canva.com, a user-friendly online design tool, to customize your book cover:

1. Go to canva.com and click on "Create a design" at the top right corner.
2. In the custom size dialog, enter the width as 12.52 inches and height as 9.25 inches to match the template size.
3. Make sure the units are set to inches.
4. Click on "Create new design" to open a blank canvas in Canva.
5. Upload the blank template file you received from Bookout.com by clicking on "Uploads" and selecting the file.
6. Drag and drop the template onto the main canvas. It will automatically fit the canvas size.
7. Resize and position the template to cover the entire canvas. Use the guides provided by Canva to Align the design.
8. Adjust the opacity of the template to around 63% so that the background bleed is visible.
9. Add text by clicking on "Text" in the left-HAND menu and selecting a font that complements your journal.
10. Type "Notebook" as the title, as per Amazon's requirement, and resize and position it centrally.
11. Enhance the visibility of the title by placing a slightly transparent rounded edge square behind it.
12. Adjust the opacity of the square to around 70% for a balanced aesthetic.
13. Once you are satisfied with the design, download the cover as a PDF print file.

Designing the Front Cover with Mid-Journey

4.1 Using Mid-Journey to Create Unique Artwork

Now it's time to infuse your journal cover with unique artwork using Mid-Journey, an AI-powered creative tool. Follow these steps to generate diverse designs for your front cover:

1. Open Mid-Journey and navigate to the "Forward/Imagine" prompt.
2. Input "Floral Design full screen, HD" to generate floral-themed art.
3. Add " --ar2:1" to create a widescreen effect.
4. Review the four design options provided by Mid-Journey.
5. Click on each image to open it in a browser tab.
6. Right-click and save the images that resonate with you.

4.2 Importing and Resizing the Artwork in Canva

Now that you have the artwork, let's incorporate it into your journal cover design in Canva:

1. Drag and drop the Mid-Journey image files into Canva.
2. Resize and position the artwork to cover the entire canvas, adjusting the zoom if necessary.
3. Use the guides and alignment tools in Canva to center and fine-tune the placement of the artwork.
4. Reduce the opacity of the artwork to around 63% to maintain visibility of the template bleed.
5. Repeat the steps from the previous section to add text, adjust background opacity, and create a separator.
6. Ensure that the title, artwork, and background complement each other to create an aesthetically pleasing cover.

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