Amazon KDP book description
SubscribersAn Amazon KDP listing description that catches the eye and gets people to click "Buy".
Your listing is ready to welcome your book. Makebook helps you write the whole thing, in your voice, to publish it on Amazon.
Write my bookThe guide
The description is your silent salesperson. On Amazon, the cover attracts, the title intrigues, and the description decides. Start with a hook that talks about the reader rather than you, then detail the concrete benefits in a short list, and finish with a clear call to action.
Think about the first two lines: they're all that's seen before the full text opens. Put your promise there. Then give it air: paragraphs of two or three sentences, key words in bold, a list of four to six points.
Read the description out loud. If a sentence could apply to any other book, replace it with a detail specific to yours.
Frequently asked questions
How long should an Amazon description be?
The first lines matter most: they show before the "Read more". Aim for 150 to 300 words with a strong hook in the first two sentences.
Can you format the description on KDP?
Yes, KDP accepts simple formatting (bold, lists, headings) through its editor or basic HTML. Check the preview in your KDP dashboard before publishing.
Should I put keywords in the description?
Yes, but naturally. The phrases your readers type should appear in sentences that read well, without forced repetition.