You can choose from a vast library of free and paid elements, including illustrations, stock photos, and shapes.
If you want to include images or backgrounds in your cover design, click on the 'Elements' tab on the left-hand side of the editor. Simply click on each text element and replace the placeholder text with your own information. Here's where the real fun begins! Add Your Title and Author Name:Īll of the templates will have text fields for your book's title and author name. Select a template that catches your eye and click on it to open the design editor. If you have a specific theme or genre in mind, use relevant keywords like 'romance,' 'mystery,' or 'fantasy' along with 'Kindle Cover' to find templates that suit your book's style. You'll see a variety of pre-designed templates specifically tailored for Kindle covers. In the search bar, type 'Kindle Cover' and press enter. Once you're signed in, click on the 'Create a design' button on the Canva homepage.
If you don't have one, go to Step 2: Choose a Template Step 1: Sign in to Canvaīefore you begin, make sure you have an account on Canva. In this tutorial, we'll learn how to use the KDP cover template in Canva. Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) offers a cover template that makes it easy to create a professional-looking cover for your eBook. If you're a self-published author, you know that designing an eye-catching cover is essential for attracting readers to your book.
