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upload-checklist

Guide publishers through KDP uploads with irreversible decision walkthroughs and format-specific asset checklists.

2|1|Updated Mar 18, 2026
Search Tags:#publish#upload#drm#format-validation#kdp#isbn#asset-checklist
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cdeistopened/skill-stack-skills --skill upload-checklist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: upload-checklist
Source: https://github.com/cdeistopened/skill-stack-skills/tree/main/publishing-books/upload-checklist
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cdeistopened/skill-stack-skills --skill upload-checklist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Walk publishers through the Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) upload process, with special emphasis on irreversible decisions (DRM, KDP Select, ISBN) and per-format asset checklists to prevent publishing mistakes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Three irreversible decisions walkthrough: Provides structured guidance on whether to enable DRM, enroll in KDP Select, and ISBN handling for ebooks and prints.
  • Format-specific asset checklists: Generates and validates required assets for ebook, paperback, and hardcover editions.
  • Post-upload verification protocol: Ensures listing accuracy post-publish and aligns editions on a single product page.

Quick Start

Run the upload-checklist tool with your target format to generate asset checklists and irreversible decision guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about upload-checklist

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
What are the irreversible decisions when uploading to Kindle Direct Publishing?▼

Irreversible KDP decisions include enabling DRM, enrolling in KDP Select, and assigning your ISBN for ebooks and prints. Once you publish, these choices lock and require republishing to change.

How do I validate assets for different KDP formats before publishing?▼

You validate assets by running format-specific checklists for ebook, paperback, and hardcover workflows. This ensures you have all required files and metadata prepared for per-format KDP asset validation before hitting publish.

Do I need an ISBN to publish a paperback or ebook on KDP?▼

ISBN handling depends on your format: ebooks use KDP's assigned identifier, while paperbacks and hardcovers require either a purchased ISBN or KDP's free identifier. The checklist walks you through this decision per format.

How do I align ebook and paperback editions on a single Amazon product page?▼

You align editions by following a post-upload verification protocol after publishing. This ensures listing accuracy across formats and links your ebook, paperback, and hardcover versions together on one KDP product page.

Can I change DRM or KDP Select enrollment after publishing my book?▼

No, DRM and KDP Select are irreversible decisions once the book is published. You must unpublish and republish to alter DRM, and KDP Select enrollment requires waiting for the 90-day commitment period to expire.

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