Distribution & Publishing

Amazon KDP vs StreetLib

Amazon KDP is the dominant platform for Amazon's ecosystem, offering free publishing with up to 70% royalty on Amazon sales, but restricts distribution mainly to Amazon. StreetLib is a global aggregator that distributes to multiple retailers including Amazon, but takes a revenue share. KDP provides higher royalties per sale on Amazon, while StreetLib offers broader reach across many stores. Both are free to use, but KDP's royalty structure is more lucrative for Amazon-exclusive sales.

Pick Amazon KDP

Pick Amazon KDP if you want maximum control and higher royalties for sales on Amazon, the largest ebook retailer, and are willing to prioritize the Amazon market over broader distribution.

Pick StreetLib

Pick StreetLib if you want to distribute your book to a wide range of global retailers and libraries without exclusivity, and are comfortable with a revenue-sharing model to reach diverse audiences.

At a glance

	Amazon KDP	StreetLib
Pricing	Free; 35%/70% royalty	Revenue share
Pricing model	Freemium	Paid
Free option	Yes	No
Platforms	Web	Web
Best for	Distribution & Publishing	Distribution & Publishing
AI features	No	No
Open source	No	No

Amazon KDP

kdp.amazon.com

Dominant ebook/print self-publishing platform; ~67% of the U.S. ebook market (83% counting Kindle Unlimited), per WordsRated.

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