Join David Wogahn for an in-depth discussion in this video Ebook cover formatting, part of Ebooks: Distributing and Marketing.
Formatting an eBook cover is simply a matter of producing a file that meets the …size specifications of each store. This video won't help you design an ebook cover. …But it will identify the sizing instructions and key differences between …each retailer. First let's look at what they have in common. …Every store is going to have a requirement that the file you submit has …a color mode of RGB. That means red, green, blue. …The other color mode is CMYK, which is used for printing.…
So, anything that's going to display on a computer terminal is gonna be RGB. …The second thing you need to know is what type of files you need to submit. …They all accept a JPEG file. It'll work with all of the stores. …I recommend you stay with JPEG. And where they all differ slightly is in …the dimensions. When I prepare an eBook cover file, I …actually create two files because there are some differences between what you can …do with a Kindle and an Apple and a Nook file.…
So, I make one that has a cover between 750 pixels and 2,000 pixels. …
Author
David Wogahn
Released
5/21/2013- Understanding ebook trends and how to make them work for you
- Using measurement, tracking, and analysis tools just for authors
- Working with Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing, NOOK Press from Barnes & Noble, and Kobo Writing Life
- Becoming an approved publisher to the iBookstore
- Writing and distributing press releases
- Networking with authors and publishers
- Acquiring an ISBN number and copyright
- Pricing ebooks
- Selecting an aggregator
- Using Amazon services
- Selling ebooks directly
Skill Level Intermediate
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome1m
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1. Understanding Ebooks
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2. Measurement, Tracking, and Analysis Tools for Authors and Publishers
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3. Launching Ebooks: The Basics
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Getting reviews9m 44s
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4. Ebook Launch Fundamentals: Predistribution Planning and Tasks
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ISBN requirements for ebooks5m 42s
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Cataloging in print1m 57s
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Ebook cover formatting5m 39s
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Ebook royalties5m 54s
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The art of pricing ebooks3m 56s
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5. Direct Distribution
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Using Kobo Writing Life5m 47s
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6. Aggregators/Third-Party Distribution Options
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7. Amazon Tools for Publishers
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Using KDP Select8m 23s
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Using Amazon Associates4m 29s
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Using Goodreads and Shelfari5m 35s
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8. Leverage Your Book Investment: What Else Can You Do with Your Ebook Files?
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Selling directly5m 30s
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