Amazon Print on Demand (POD) | Simply explained

Print on Demand (POD)

Print on Demand (POD) is a service where Amazon prints books and fulfills customer orders for paperback and hardcover books only when an order is placed. This method ensures continuous availability of titles while significantly reducing or eliminating costs associated with storage, shipping, and returns.

  • Service Options:
    • Kindle Enterprise Publishing (KEP) POD is intended for publishers and content aggregators.
    • Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) POD is designed for self-publishing authors and small publishers.

By leveraging POD, publishers can maintain inventory efficiency and respond rapidly to market demands.

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