KDP & IngramSpark Set-Up and Upload

1. PURPOSE
Contractor agrees to provide Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) and IngramSpark publishing platform setup, file upload, and account management services on behalf of kNotED by Kimani LLC for Client's end-clients. Services are performed as an independent contractor under a work-for-hire arrangement.
2. SCOPE OF WORK
Account Setup
Create Amazon KDP and/or IngramSpark accounts in client's name using provided information; configure account settings, author/publisher profile, contact information, payment methods
File Verification
Verify interior and cover files meet platform specifications (PDF format, color mode, DPI, fonts, bleeds, margins) for both KDP and IngramSpark
File Preparation
Optimize, convert, and prepare files as needed for each platform (e.g., PDF/X-1a:2001 for IngramSpark, standard PDF for KDP)
Metadata Entry
Enter book metadata including title, author, description, keywords, categories, pricing, ISBN (if applicable) on appropriate platforms
File Upload
Upload interior and cover files to KDP and/or IngramSpark; configure printing options, trim size, paper stock, color type, binding settings
Pricing & Distribution
Configure retail pricing, royalty rates, expanded distribution settings (KDP); distribution channels and retailer discounts (IngramSpark)
Publication Submission
Submit books for platform publication review; monitor status during review and approval process
Communication
Respond to platform review feedback; request and implement file corrections if needed; coordinate with Client as liaison between platforms and client

Contractor shall follow all processes, templates, questionnaires, and guidelines provided by Client for each platform. All work shall meet Client's quality standards and each platform's technical requirements.

See attached file for other terms.
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