Great Resources to Utilise When Publishing a Children's Book

Hi Reader,

If you’ve ever wanted to publish your own children’s book, Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) and IngramSpark are two of the best platforms to make it happen. They give authors worldwide access to readers, easy distribution and complete creative control. But learning how to publish a children’s book can feel overwhelming at first. From illustrations and formatting to pricing and marketing, there’s a lot to figure out. Thankfully, I’ve put together five free video resources that walk you through each stage of the process.

1. How to Self-Publish and Sell Children's Books on Amazon KDP

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This is one of my most popular videos, with over 20,000 views! It's a great starting point if you’re new to Self-Publishing. I cover how to format your manuscript, prepare illustrations, upload files and design a professional book listing. You’ll also learn about choosing your trim size, understanding KDP print options and using keywords to reach your ideal audience. If you’re looking for an easy-to-follow overview of self-publishing for beginners, this video is a must-watch.

2. The Biggest Mistakes I Made Publishing Children's Books

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Before you publish, it’s helpful to know what not to do. In this video, I share the top mistakes I made when self-publishing my first children’s books and how you can avoid them. From inconsistent illustration styles to overlooking early marketing, these are common issues that can slow your success and generate sales. Whether you’re using a professional illustrator or creating your own designs, this guide will save you both time and frustration.

3. How to Launch a Children's Book on Amazon KDP

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A strong launch can make a huge difference to your book’s success. In this video, I walk you through my launch strategy, including how to build pre-launch excitement, gather early reviews, and boost your book’s ranking in Amazon’s algorithm. You’ll also learn how to write an engaging book description and use social media to drive interest. These are the same steps I’ve used to generate strong sales and consistent visibility for my titles.

4. Using AI for Consistent Children's Book Illustrations

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Not everyone agrees with using AI for illustrations, but I still think it's important to address. Therefore, if you’re exploring how to create children’s book illustrations with AI, this tutorial will provide some great insights into its potential. I demonstrate how to use consistentcharacter.ai (the platform I find the best) to produce characters that stay consistent across every image. You’ll see how to control poses, expressions, and settings, so your illustrations look professional and cohesive. It’s one of the best AI tools for authors wanting affordable, high-quality artwork without needing to draw or hire an artist. Check out the platform HERE​

5. Publishing Guide for Children's Books

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In this video, I run through some of the key reasons why you should prioritize publishing a children's book rather than publishing no and low-content books on Amazon KDP. I've also created a guide on how to publish children's books that you can use to follow the important steps. DOWNLOAD: Your FREE Guide to Write and Publish a Children's Book: https://cheerful-leader-7817.ck.page/write-and-publish-a-childrens-book​

Learning how to self-publish a children’s book doesn’t need to be confusing. These five videos provide practical, step-by-step guidance to help you write, illustrate, publish, and launch your story successfully. Whether you’re publishing your very first picture book or growing your author brand, these resources will give you the confidence and clarity to move forward.

Remember: Watch the videos above, take notes, and check out my website (www.globalselfpublishing.com) for lots of additional resources to help guide and encourage you to publish your children's book!

All the best,

Romney

Founder - Global Self-Publishing

www.globalselfpublishing.com