Self-Publishing for Teachers: How to Publish and Profit from Your Educational Resources on Amazon 

Attention Teachers and Homeschooling Parents: If You've Created Original Educational Resources And Are Ready to Transform Your Curriculum Into Cash, You're in the Right Place. 

Are you an educator or homeschooling parent with unique educational materials? Discover how my self-publishing e-course can help you publish your curriculum on Amazon’s free platform, Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP).

In 2016, I published my debut book, Birdseed: A Guide to Teaching Emotional Intelligence in the Classroom, which was endorsed by New York Times best-selling author Shawn Achor and the MTSS director of the Colorado Department of Education.

Since then, I’ve published a variety of materials on Amazon, including gratitude journals, blank journals, composition books, daily planners, coloring books, recipe books, and children’s books.

Most recently, I’ve started publishing my own curriculum resources, such as novel units and grammar workbooks on Amazon. Initially, I believed platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT), Etsy, and TES were the best places for my educational materials, but I quickly discovered that Amazon KDP is a game-changer!

Here’s why Amazon KDP should be your go-to platform for publishing educational resources:

• Global Reach: Amazon’s vast marketplace exposes your materials to a worldwide audience, expanding your impact and boosting your sales.
• Less Competition: While TpT is crowded, Amazon’s platform allows your content to shine and gain visibility.
• Effective Marketing: Unlike TpT, where ads are costly and hard to manage, Amazon lets you run affordable and efficient ads whenever you want.
• Control Over Reviews: Amazon makes it easier to gather and manage reviews, which is essential for increasing your sales and visibility. I’ll teach you how to get reviews without relying on friends and family.

After experiencing the advantages of Amazon KDP firsthand, I can confidently say it’s a goldmine for educators looking to publish their work!

In my comprehensive self-publishing e-course, you will get:

• 100 pages of in-depth instruction
• 45 lessons
• 40+ tutorial videos
• Eight years of industry insight

This course guides you step-by-step through the formatting, designing, and publishing process. Plus, you'll receive valuable marketing tips that transformed my publishing side hustle into a flourishing business.

While listing a book on Amazon is straightforward, making it successful requires expertise. With over eight years of experience, I offer you a one-stop solution to learn all the essential strategies and tricks.

Whether you aim to retire with a steady passive income or simply want to earn extra money each month, this e-course can help you achieve your goals.

This isn’t just a dream; it’s a reachable reality, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. I've been successfully earning a monthly income from selling my original teacher resources on Amazon KDP, and I can help you do it, too! 

Publish your teaching materials on Amazon KDP and unlock your potential to reach a global audience, minimize competition, and enhance your marketing strategy.

Join my course today and transform your curriculum into a bestseller!

Take advantage of a limited-time 50% discount to get started.

Click HERE to Take a Closer Look Inside My Self-Publishing E-Course.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Self-Publishing Course

Q: Will I need to spend additional money after enrolling in your course to start selling on Amazon?

A: No, you won't need any extra funds to publish your resource or book. My course covers everything you need to know about formatting, designing, and uploading your book to Amazon's free publishing platform. I’ll also teach you how to design your own book covers at no extra cost. No services, software, or membership fees are required. Additionally, I provide marketing tips to help promote your book once it’s live.

If you'd prefer not to handle certain tasks like cover design yourself, I'll guide you to affordable freelance designers who can create covers for as little as $10. But rest assured, you won't need to make any additional purchases beyond the course.

Q: Will I need to manage shipping if I publish on Amazon KDP?

A: No, shipping is entirely handled by Amazon. When a customer orders your book or resource, Amazon KDP takes care of the printing and shipping. After uploading your digital file, Amazon manages everything from there—forever. You simply collect your royalties each month for every book sold.

Q: I have shorter lessons and unit plans. Do I need to publish a long book?

A: Amazon requires a minimum of 24 pages for publication. If your content is shorter, you can bundle it with another resource to meet this requirement. Some of my most popular resources on Amazon are just 30 pages long, including cover and decorative pages.

Q: Do I need a large number of resources to start seeing sales? I only have a few finished materials.

A: No, you can achieve significant sales with just one high-quality resource. In fact, most of my monthly revenue comes from only three listings.

Q: My resources are created for use in Google Docs or other digital formats. How can I publish these on Amazon?

A: I have several resources listed on Amazon that are ideal for Google Docs or printable formats. I convert these to PDF for publishing and include coupon codes within the book for buyers to access the digital versions for free on my website. You can also opt to publish a digital version on Amazon KDP.

Q: I have listings on Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT) that aren’t selling well. Should I still consider publishing them on Amazon?

A: TpT is highly competitive, which can make it difficult for your products to gain visibility. If you believe in the value of your resources, I recommend publishing them on Amazon as well. There’s no cost to list your products, so you have nothing to lose. My course includes in-depth lessons on creating effective SEO copy and choosing the right keywords to ensure your target audience finds your work.

Q: I’m a homeschooling parent with original content. Do I need to be a licensed teacher to publish educational materials on Amazon?

A: No, you don’t need to be a licensed teacher to publish educational resources. As long as your materials are high quality, anyone can publish them on Amazon.

Q: Can’t I learn self-publishing through free YouTube videos?

A: While there are many YouTube videos on self-publishing, finding the right information can be time-consuming, and it often requires trial and error. This process can waste valuable time and potential sales. My course condenses eight years of experience and insights into a streamlined learning experience, saving you time and helping you avoid common pitfalls.

Q: I’m not very tech-savvy. Will I need advanced technical skills to format and publish my resource?

A: Not at all! I provide clear, step-by-step instructions with both video and text lessons. I’m not highly tech-savvy myself, so if I can handle it, I’m confident you can too.

Q: Will publishing on Amazon KDP affect my copyrights?

A: No, you retain full ownership of your original work. Amazon KDP does not claim any rights to your content.

Q: Can I sell my resources on Amazon globally, or is it limited to the US?

A: Amazon automatically lists your resource for sale in every country where Amazon operates.

Q: I’ve had little success selling my teacher resources on TpT, Etsy, and TES. Why would I be successful on Amazon?

A: TpT is crowded with resources, making it hard for your materials to stand out. Visibility, traffic, and reviews can be challenging to manage on TpT. Amazon, however, offers more effective and affordable advertising options, and I’ll teach you how to gain immediate and ongoing reviews in my course. With just a few listings, I’ve found that Amazon can generate significantly higher earnings compared to TpT. Etsy and TES have their own challenges, with fewer people searching for teacher resources on these platforms.

Q: How is pricing determined on Amazon KDP?

A: You have full control over the pricing of your resources and set the prices yourself.

Q: Is this course suitable for those looking to publish both books and teacher resources?

A: Yes! My course covers publishing across various genres and includes specific tips for both books and educational materials. The process is similar, but I provide tailored advice for each type of publication.

Q: I have a book idea but haven’t started writing yet. Can you help with this?

A: While I can’t assist directly with the writing, I offer bonus resources at the start of my course, including free book templates to help you outline and develop your story.

If you have any additional questions not covered here, please feel free to email me at anamcaracat@aol.com with the subject line: "Self Publishing." (Yes, I still use archaic AOL, but I check it more frequently than my Gmail.)

With much love and aloha,

Cat