Hardcover Cover Formatting Quick Checklist

The Hardcover Cover Formatting Quick Checklist is a straightforward, step-by-step guide designed to help authors format their hardcover book covers for Amazon KDP correctly the first time.

It walks you through everything: what your full wraparound cover must include, how to account for hinge bleed, spine sizing, barcode placement, and final file specs. Whether you're using Canva, Photoshop, or another design tool, this checklist keeps your process clear, professional, and print-approved.

Because hardcover books deserve hardcover-level precision.