My Cover, Manuscript and Listing Details Don’t Match

Find and correct differences between your cover, manuscript, ISBN record and KDP listing.

One problem · one clear fix · step-by-step

Find and correct differences between your cover, manuscript, ISBN record and KDP listing before they cause validation, linking or edition problems.

A title or subtitle that changes between files.

An author name that is not written consistently.

An ISBN, imprint or edition detail that does not match the record attached to the book.

The same edition listed through IngramSpark or Draft2Digital with details that don’t agree with your KDP listing.

This Micro Fix gives you a clear comparison process so you can identify exactly where the mismatch begins.

A fillable PDF: tick the checklists and type into the worksheets on screen, or print it and work on paper. It links to the relevant official KDP Help pages so you can verify current requirements before acting.

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References to IngramSpark, Ingram, Draft2Digital and D2D are used solely to identify and discuss those services. This publication is independent and is not affiliated with, sponsored, authorised, approved or endorsed by IngramSpark, Ingram or Draft2Digital.

Instant download — fillable PDF, works on screen or in print.

Fillable fields: open this PDF in a free PDF app such as Adobe Acrobat Reader to type in the fields and tick the boxes. Some phone and browser viewers show the form but won’t let you fill it in.

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