Understanding Royalties and Payments on Amazon KDP
Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) is a self-publishing platform that allows authors to publish and sell their books directly to readers on Amazon.com. KDP offers a variety of royalty options, so authors can choose the one that best suits their needs.
Royalty Options
KDP offers three different royalty options:
- 70% royalty on ebooks sold in the United States. This is the default royalty option for KDP authors.
- 35% royalty on ebooks sold in other countries. This royalty option is available for authors who are not residents of the United States.
- 70% royalty on print books sold through Amazon.com. This royalty option is available for authors who are enrolled in KDP Select.
KDP Select is a program that allows authors to make their books available exclusively on Amazon.com. Authors who enroll in KDP Select receive a 70% royalty on all print book sales through Amazon.com, as well as a number of other benefits, such as free book promotion and access to Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited program.
Payments
KDP payments are made on a monthly basis. Authors are paid for all sales that are processed during the previous month. Payments are made via direct deposit or check.
The minimum payment threshold for KDP is $10.00. Authors who earn less than $10.00 in a given month will not receive a payment.
Taxes
It is the author’s responsibility to pay all applicable taxes on their KDP earnings. Authors should consult with a tax advisor to determine what taxes they are required to pay.
Conclusion
Amazon KDP is a great platform for self-publishing authors. The platform offers a variety of royalty options and payment methods, and authors are paid on a monthly basis. However, it is important to be aware of the royalty rates and payment terms before you start publishing your books on KDP.
Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:
- KDP Help Center
- KDP Royalties
- KDP Payments
