How To Format The Back Cover Before Self Publishing Your Book

Here’s The Tools I Use To Create & Format The Back Cover

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Formatting the back cover of your book involves using the correct design elements and placing essential information.

In this piece, I’ll discuss how to format the back cover correctly so you can avoid the mistakes I did in the beginning of my self publishing journey on Amazon KDP.

Determine Layout and Dimensions

Choose a standard trim size for your book (e.g., 5.5" x 8.5", 6" x 9"). Your back cover dimensions will depend on your book’s trim size.

• Decide on the layout: full-bleed illustration, minimalist with white space, or a combination of illustration and text.

Incorporate Essential Elements:

• Blurb: Write a concise, engaging blurb summarizing your book’s essence. Use persuasive language to captivate potential readers.
• ISBN Barcode: Place the barcode in the back cover’s bottom right or left corner. Ensure it’s clear and easily scannable.
• Author Bio (Optional): If you choose to include the author bio on the back cover, keep it brief and relevant. For children’s books, it’s often placed inside the book to…