Step by Step Guide to Create an Ebook with Google Documents

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A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners: How to create an eBook with Google Docs. 

One of the easiest ways to make money online is by creating ebooks. And creating an ebook with Google Docs is one of the easiest ways to do it. Many people underrate it, but it has actually saved a lot of lives. Google Docs makes it easy for anyone who wants to make money online to create ebooks.
The main point is that creating an eBook no longer requires expensive software or advanced design skills. With free Google Docs, anyone can write, format, and even publish a professional eBook using just a laptop and internet connection.
Whether you want to sell your knowledge, grow your brand, build authority, or offer a free lead magnet, this simple guide walks you through every step, from idea to finished eBook.
Follow these steps, one by one:

 

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Step 1: Create an eBook with Google Docs. Define the Purpose of your eBook.

Before opening Google Docs, be clear about why you are creating the eBook. You have to ask yourself:
A: Is the book for selling, lead generation, a gift, or free value?
B: Who is your target reader?
C: What problem will this eBook solve?
A clear and focused purpose helps you write faster and keeps the content valuable. Your readers love clarity. Therefore, write your eBook for one specific audience, not “everyone.”
For instance, an eBook for “JAMB students struggling with Physics” will sell better than “for all students.”

Step 2: Outline the eBook Content in Google Docs.

Do not just start your eBook. You need to outline the eBook’s content. Do not start writing unthinkingly. A simple outline will save you a lot of time and keep your ideas highly organized. Your outline can look like this:
  • Title page
  • Copyright page
  • Preface
  • Forward
  • Introduction
  • Chapter 1
  • Chapter 2
  • Chapter 3, etc., then Conclusion
You can always add, create, or remove chapters later. The goal here is to create a clear flow from start to finish. Make the chapter topics simple and direct to the point.

Step 3: Open Google Docs and Set Up Your File.

Go to docs.google.com and click Blank Document. Immediately do these:
i. Rename your file (top-left corner). In the top-left corner, you will see a space labeled “Untitled.” Tap it and rename the document, maybe using the name of the book you want to create.
ii. Choose the fonts you want to use. Use a clean font like Arial, Georgia, or Times New Roman. I prefer Times New Roman.
iii. Then set the font size. To set the font size, look for the small box to the right of the font with a number in it. For the headings, use 18–24. For the Body text, use 11–12.
This helps your eBook look professional from the start.

Step 4: Create a Simple eBook Structure.

The structure is very important. Structure matters more than many people realize. To do this, check the option before the font; you will see “Normal text”. Tap on it. Use Heading 1 for chapter titles. Heading 2 for sub-sections and Normal text for paragraphs.
To apply headings, do the following:
i. First, highlight the text.
ii. Click where you see “Normal text”; the box is called “Styles” in the toolbar
iii. Then choose the appropriate heading level.
This makes your eBook easy to read and helps you when exporting to PDF. It also automatically creates a clickable Table of Contents later.

Step 5: Write Your Content Naturally and Clearly.

Now comes the most important part: writing. Try to write the way you speak. Use Short paragraphs, Simple sentences, and Clear examples. Avoid trying to sound too academic. Real people connect with clear and honest writing.
Use one main idea per paragraph. Break long sections into smaller parts, and use bullet points where they help. This makes your eBook easy to skim, especially on mobile phones.

Step 6: Add Images if you want.

Images improve reader experience and make your eBook more engaging. You can add Illustrations, screenshots, and quote designs.
To add images: Click Insert and click Image. Then upload from your computer or Drive. Make sure the images are relevant, not blurry, and properly aligned.

Step 7: Format Your eBook for a Professional Look.

Good formatting separates amateurs from professionals. Do the following:
i. Set the line spacing to 1.15 or 1.5. In the right corner, near the toolbars, you’ll see three dots. Click them and go to the second-to-last option: Line and paragraph spacing. Choose 1.15 or 1.5.
ii. Then use justified or left-aligned text. Shift the cursor to the last option. You will see “Align and indent”; you can choose center or left-aligned.
iii. Add page breaks between chapters and keep margins consistent. To add page breaks:
  • Click Insert, click Break, and lastly, click Page break.
This ensures each chapter starts on a new page.

Step 8: Step-by-Step Formatting.

The book cover should be the first page of your eBook. To create a professional cover, go to Canva.com and search for “book cover” templates. Edit the samples to the names and designs you want to use for your book. Download them later to your computer.
Or, for an easier option, go to chatgpt.com and ask ChatGPT to generate a front cover for your book with the background color you want and the book title.
Example: “Generate an image of a front cover of a book I wrote about 20 secrets of top students, use an African reader in a library as a background, put the name of the book 20 Secrets of Top Students in a reduced font size fitting into the front cover, and my name Okeke Ifunanya as the author at the end of the front cover; make it sharp and neat.”
Once the image is generated, download it to your computer. To add images: Click Insert, and select Image. Then upload from your computer or Drive.
On the second page, rewrite the title page in a plain, simple way. Your title page should include: eBook title, Subtitle, then your name or brand. Then continue the other pages as you planned through the table of contents.
Finally, create and upload the back cover, as you did for the front cover. Use the back cover towards the end of the book. It will include information about the book and the author. Design it properly to contain both.

Step 9: Proofread and Edit Carefully.

Never skip this step. Read your eBook slowly, aloud if possible, and carefully. Check for Grammar errors, Spelling mistakes, and repeated words. You can also use Tools and Spelling and Grammar in Google Docs to assist you.
Better still, send it to one trusted person to read before you publish.

Step 10: Convert Your Google Doc to PDF.

Most eBooks are shared as PDFs or EPUBs. So export the book as a PDF.
To export: Click File, Download, and lastly, PDF Document (.pdf). With this, your eBook is ready to sell, share, upload to your website, or use as a free giveaway.

Step 11: Upload, Share and Sell through Google Drive or Blog.

Once your PDF is ready, upload it to your WordPress Media Library if you have a website. Create a blog post explaining what the eBook offers. Then add a clear download or purchase button in the blog.
You can also upload it to your Google Drive. Then, on the web page or blog, write “download here.” Highlight the text “Download here.” You will see a link box in the toolbar of your blog, like the one here on Google Docs; tap on it and insert the link. It will appear blue.
If you don’t have a blog or website, upload it to your Google Drive. Click the Share button in Google Drive, or tap the three dots beside the PDF. Select “Send a copy,” tap “Send copy,” choose Gmail on your phone, and send it to the recipient who bought the book. Or tap the three dots, select “Copy link,” then send the ebook link to the buyer’s WhatsApp or email.
If it is just a Word document you want to sell, click on Manage Access. You will see ” Restricted “; tap on “Change,” then tap on “Restricted: only people added can open” it will show you “Anyone with the link” tap on it.
You will see “Viewer”; tap on it. Next, in the scroll-down menu (“Viewer, commenter, and editor”), choose Editor. This lets them download the ebook.
Or click Share, then add the email address of the people who buy the book. Make sure you add them as editor and notify them.
Note: If you have a blog or website.
For best results, write a short landing page explaining: Who the eBook is for, what problem it solves, and why it is worth downloading. This landing page will help you sell more copies even while you sleep.

 

63 thoughts on “Step by Step Guide to Create an Ebook with Google Documents”

  4. Otange Junior

    Hello Fr. Thank you for opening my mind and eyes. I have learnt alot on how to write an Ebook. I will put this knowledge into proper application.

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  15. Sharon

    Thank you so much padre. Many more of God’s blessings on you. Thanks for all you do for us.

    Name on WhatsApp… Sharon (Sharon’s party and gift stores)

    Number…08104742315
    Aspirers group … class A

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  31. Princess Faith Nneka

    Thank you so much Padre. I have watched the video and I must say I learnt something. The video is more understandable than the write up. I will try to create my own ebook. I have also dawn loaded the video to enable me go through it whenever I made a mistake. I have created a Facebook page and growing up small small. Thank you so much For for everything. I really appreciate you so much

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  41. Royalz 08064426972 Aspirers class A

    This teaching is well packed. Thank you so much Fr for giving us so much information at no cost. God bless you

    Reply
  42. Chigbo Maureen Ujunwa

    Is not easy ooo!!!, still trying to make the lecture a part of me.

    Is quiet impactful and a new experience.
    Thanks alot

    Reply
  44. Chukwuonye Chinyeaka

    Very interesting ,fr thank you very much for this opportunity the time and sacrifice
    My own remain small to roundup

    Reply
  46. Duru abana edith Uzoamaka

    Thank you so much padre for the lifetime opportunities you gave to us.we value your time and we pray God continue his blessings and protection including paving way for you in Jesus name.Amem

    Reply
  47. Abana edith Uzoamaka (DURU)

    Thanks so much padre for your time and efforts.you are indeed a blessing to us.may God grant all your heart desires

    Reply

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