Using AI to Create a Kids KDP Coloring Book From Scratch - MidJourney

The video begins by introducing the process of creating and publishing a children's coloring book using artificial intelligence. The creator is impressed by the quality and speed at which AI can generate images for the book. The video aims to guide viewers through the entire process, from start to finish. The creator emphasizes the commercial success of coloring books on Amazon, using an example of a bestseller to illustrate the potential profitability. The plan is to publish the book through Amazon's KDP platform, with specific details about the book's size, page count, and pricing. The tools used for this project are Canva for design and MidJourney for creating AI-generated images. The first step involves setting up the book's interior pages in Canva, accounting for bleed and aspect ratio, and selecting the appropriate page size.

This paragraph details the process of uploading and designing the coloring book pages using the images created with MidJourney. The creator instructs viewers on how to upload the downloaded images to Canva and adjust them to cover the pages completely. The video also explains the need for blank pages to prevent bleed-through from coloring tools. The process is repeated for all 80 pages, and the creator then demonstrates how to download the entire project as a PDF file, which will be ready for upload to KDP. The focus is on efficiently creating a complete set of coloring book pages that are ready for publishing.

The creator shifts focus to designing the book cover, which is crucial for attracting potential buyers. Using MidJourney once again, the creator generates a vivid, colorful image suitable for the cover. The chosen image is then uploaded to Canva, where the creator uses a book cover template downloaded from the KDP platform to ensure the correct dimensions. The video walks through the process of customizing the cover with the chosen image, adding text for the book title, and ensuring that all elements fit within the safe zone defined by the template. The creator also shares tips on selecting fonts and colors to make the cover visually appealing and professional.

The paragraph describes the final steps in creating the book cover, including adjusting the transparency to ensure that all elements are within the safe zone of the cover template. The creator emphasizes the importance of avoiding any cut-off text or images during the actual printing process. Once the cover is complete, the creator guides viewers on how to download it as a PDF file. The next step is to upload both the interior pages and the cover to the KDP platform. The video provides a brief overview of the required information for the book's metadata, such as title, subtitle, author name, description, and keywords, highlighting the importance of these elements for discoverability and sales.

The final paragraph covers the process of publishing the coloring book on Amazon KDP. The creator guides viewers through the steps of creating a new paperback on the KDP dashboard, entering the book's title, subtitle, author name, and other relevant information. The video explains how to upload the manuscript and cover files, use the Previewer tool to check for any errors, and set the book's pricing. The creator also discusses the importance of selecting appropriate categories for the book to reach the right audience. The paragraph concludes with the creator publishing the book and noting that it may take up to 72 hours for the book to appear on Amazon. The creator encourages viewers to explore further resources for detailed guidance on publishing and offers congratulations to those who have completed their first coloring book.