AI Publishing: The Complete KDP Launch Guide

Step 1: Calibrate the Manuscript

Lock your outline and chapter promises before you write a word. Inside Teneo, confirm:

• Reader outcome defined at manuscript and chapter level.
• Voice guide attached to the project.
• Required source material uploaded and tagged.

Run the "Draft" workflow once, review the generated structure, then run "Refine" on chapters that need deeper examples.

Step 2: Prep Assets in Parallel

While the manuscript evolves, open the cover generator and marketing workspace.

1. Generate three cover variations and test them on mobile and desktop thumbnails.
2. Draft your KDP subtitle, description, and author bio.
3. Build a launch landing page (use the Teneo template) and connect it to your email platform.

Step 3: Finish Strong

Move to "Polish" and work chapter by chapter. Use the diagnostic prompts to confirm:

• Citations are included where needed.
• Calls-to-action point to your offer or follow-up nurture.
• Tone is consistent with your voice guide.

Export the KDP-ready manuscript and cover assets, then run a final spell check in Word or Google Docs.

Step 4: Launch Week Timeline

Seven-day cadence we recommend:

• Day -3: Upload files to KDP and set preorder.
• Day -2: Release a "behind the build" email with a bonus resource.
• Day -1: Publish social proof from your beta readers.
• Launch Day: Announce across email, social, and communities. Include your launch bonus.
• Day +1 to +3: Host two live sessions or AMAs to keep energy high.

Step 5: Keep Momentum

Load readers into your nurture automation, tag them in your CRM, and schedule a "version 1.1" update. Books are living products. Use Teneo's revision workflow quarterly to add new case studies and keep rankings strong.