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How to Write a 10,000-Word Nonfiction Book for KDP in 7 Days


Publishing a nonfiction book doesn’t have to take months or years. In fact, with the right strategy and a solid plan, you can write a 10,000-word nonfiction book in just 7 days — and publish it on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) for passive income.

This guide will walk you through the exact steps to outline, write, format, and prepare your book for self-publishing on KDP. Whether you're new to writing or just want a faster way to get your ideas out, this process is efficient, repeatable, and beginner-friendly.

Why 10,000 Words?

A 10,000-word nonfiction book is:

  • Short enough to write quickly

  • Long enough to offer real value

  • Ideal for busy readers who want actionable advice without fluff

  • Perfect for Amazon KDP, especially for niches like how-to, personal development, money, and health

10,000 words usually equates to about 40–50 pages in a printed book — a sweet spot for quick reads and low-content fatigue.

Day 1: Choose a Profitable Topic and Outline

✅ Choose a Topic You Know or Can Research Quickly

Ask yourself:

  • What am I passionate or knowledgeable about?

  • What problems can I help people solve?

  • What are people already buying on Amazon?

Use tools like:

  • Amazon Search Auto-suggest

  • BookBolt or Publisher Rocket to find profitable KDP niches

  • Google Trends to see rising topics

🧠 Create a Simple Outline

A basic structure could look like this:

  1. Introduction (500–700 words)

  2. Chapter 1: Foundational concept

  3. Chapter 2: Strategy/technique

  4. Chapter 3: Tools/resources

  5. Chapter 4: Common mistakes

  6. Chapter 5: Real-world examples

  7. Chapter 6: Action plan

  8. Conclusion (300–500 words)

Break each chapter into subpoints or bullet topics. Keep it simple — clarity is key.

Day 2: Write 2 Chapters (Approx. 2,000–3,000 Words)

Don’t overthink it. Just write like you’re explaining something to a friend. Your first draft doesn’t need to be perfect — it just needs to exist.

Tips:

  • Use voice typing or transcription apps to speed up writing

  • Write in Pomodoro bursts (25 min on, 5 min break)

  • Eliminate distractions: phone off, notifications off, social media blocked

Day 3: Write 2 More Chapters

Repeat the process from Day 2. If you’ve outlined clearly, your chapters will practically write themselves.

Remember: each chapter only needs to be 1,000–1,500 words. You can knock that out in an hour or two of focused writing.

Day 4: Write Remaining Chapters and Conclusion

Finish up your remaining content:

  • Final chapters

  • Conclusion or final thoughts

  • Add a call-to-action (CTA): invite readers to leave a review, join your email list, or download a free bonus

By now, you should be near or slightly above 10,000 words. Great job!

Day 5: Edit and Format Your Book

✏️ Self-Edit Pass

  • Remove fluff, repetition, or off-topic content

  • Fix grammar, typos, or awkward phrasing

  • Use tools like Grammarly, ProWritingAid, or Hemingway Editor to polish your draft

🧾 Format for Kindle

Use Amazon's Kindle Create tool to easily convert your manuscript into a Kindle-ready eBook. Alternatively, you can use Microsoft Word or Google Docs with proper formatting:

  • Title/heading hierarchy

  • Page breaks between chapters

  • Table of contents

  • Left-aligned text, 12pt font, line spacing 1.15 or 1.5

Day 6: Design a Book Cover

Use Canva or BookBolt Designer to create a professional-looking eBook cover. Dimensions for KDP eBooks should be 1600 x 2560 pixels.

Cover checklist:

  • Title is bold and readable at thumbnail size

  • Subtitle (if any) is clear

  • Author name is visible but not overpowering

  • Colors and imagery match the topic

Canva offers free templates you can customize without design experience.

Day 7: Upload to Amazon KDP

Now that your book is written, edited, formatted, and has a cover, it’s time to publish.

  1. Create a new eBook

  2. Enter book title, subtitle, and description

  3. Choose keywords and categories (use BookBolt or Amazon search suggestions)

  4. Upload your formatted manuscript and cover

  5. Set pricing (typically $2.99–$4.99 for short nonfiction books)

  6. Hit Publish!

Your book will go live in 24–72 hours, ready for readers to purchase worldwide.

Tips to Sell More Copies

  • Write a compelling description using bullet points and benefit-driven copy

  • Use Amazon ads to promote your book

  • Start building an email list or blog for long-term audience growth

  • Launch multiple books in the same niche to build authority and income

Recommended Tools for Faster Writing & Publishing

  • BookBolt– for niche research, keyword optimization, and cover design

  • Grammarly – for grammar and clarity edits

  • Kindle Create – for formatting your manuscript

  • Canva – for creating your book cover

  • Publisher Rocket – for researching profitable categories and keywords

Conclusion: Yes, You Can Write a Book in 7 Days

Writing a 10,000-word nonfiction book in just 7 days is totally achievable — and it can open the door to passive income, thought leadership, and new opportunities.

The secret? Focus, consistency, and a no-excuses mindset.

Start with one book. Publish it. Promote it. And then do it again.

Your future self will thank you.

 
 
 

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