The YouTube video “How to Start Amazon KDP (Beginner Tutorial)” by Greg Gottfried is a comprehensive 59-minute beginner guide on starting an Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) business. Greg takes you step-by-step through the entire process, showing on-screen click-by-click instructions to help you set up your business. The tutorial covers fundamental concepts such as what Amazon KDP is, types of books that sell best (with emphasis on low-content books like word search puzzles), how to create book covers and interiors using tools like Book Bolt, and how to upload your completed book files to Amazon KDP. Greg shares real templates, book titles, descriptions, and formats that you can copy to jumpstart your own publishing venture. He also explains how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to generate formatted word lists for puzzles and details how to manage publishing logistics including page sizing and cover design. The video includes tips on scaling your publishing business and resources for faster book production. Greg emphasises that Amazon KDP requires no application or acceptance, allowing you to start publishing from anywhere globally. This tutorial is ideal for beginners seeking a practical, clear, and actionable path to launch a passive income enterprise through Amazon self-publishing .
