Because of this conversion, it’s important to double-check your ebook in Kindle Previewer 3 to be sure everything looks correct after it is converted. This means that the EPUB file will be converted by Amazon on the backend into a MOBI file. What Happens on the Kindle SideĮven though Amazon is now accepting EPUB files instead of MOBI files from authors, Amazon will still be delivering MOBI files to Kindles. Note: we recommend creating your ebook with EPUB or KPF so you have more control over the final product, rather than uploading one of these other file formats. (Once all retailers update to the newest EPUB format, this shouldn’t be an issue, because newer EPUB file are capable of beautiful fixed format books.)Īmazon is also still accepting KPF (Kindle Create files) and DOC/DOCX (Microsoft Word files), along with other non recommended formats (HTML, RTF, TXT, and PDF). This is good news because MOBI does create a better fixed format book than the older EPUB files accepted by some retailers.

There will likely be a short learning period, but we think this is a good direction for everyone.Īuthors who have picture books and other fixed format MOBI files will still be able to continue using and creating MOBI files. But doing so is usually as easy as changing a setting in your ebook creation software. If your books are wide, this will mean less work for you, but if your books are solely on Amazon, you’ll have to change up the way you create your file. You won’t have to worry about changing your existing files, unless you upload a new version, but for all new books and any updates, you’ll want to make sure you have an EPUB handy. But yesterday, Amazon sent out emails to authors to let them know that they have finally listened: to simplify the uploading process, they will begin using EPUB files on June 28, 2021. If you’re like us and love to read, then click here to score tons of free and discounted ebooks.Īmazon has long been the odd man out in the world of ebook files for their requirement of MOBI files. Connecting the RIGHT readers with the RIGHT books

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