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Book Formatting Guides & Tips
Everything self-published authors need to know about formatting, KDP publishing, trim sizes, margins, and more.
Guides
How to Format a Book for KDP: The Complete 2026 Guide
Step-by-step guide to formatting your book for Amazon KDP. Learn about manuscript preparation, trim sizes, margins, fonts, and common formatting mistakes to avoid.
March 15, 202615 min read
Comparisons
Book Formatting Software Comparison 2026: Vellum vs Atticus vs SwiftSet
Comprehensive comparison of the best book formatting software in 2026. Compare features, pricing, platform support, and ease of use.
March 10, 202614 min read
Comparisons
Best Vellum Alternatives for Book Formatting (Windows & Web)
Looking for Vellum alternatives? Compare the best book formatting tools available on Windows and web, including pricing, features, and ease of use.
March 5, 202614 min read
Guides
KDP Trim Size Guide: How to Choose the Perfect Book Size
Complete guide to all 16 Amazon KDP trim sizes. Learn which size works best for your genre, with dimensions, margins, and real-world examples.
February 28, 202617 min read
Guides
Book Margins for Printing: The Complete KDP Margin Guide
Everything you need to know about book margins for print-on-demand. Learn about gutter margins, outside margins, and KDP's minimum requirements.
February 20, 202620 min read