Publishing AI-Generated Books on Amazon KDP
Understand the distinction between AI-generated and AI-assisted content, and review your manuscript and artwork before submitting a book.
Updated November 2, 2026 · 5 min read
Key takeaways
- KDP asks authors to disclose AI-generated text, images and translations when publishing or republishing.
- KDP treats AI-assisted content differently from AI-generated content.
- Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, rights and quality of their books.
AI-generated versus AI-assisted
KDP describes text, images or translations created by an AI tool as AI-generated, even when you edit them afterwards. AI-assisted content starts with material you created yourself and uses AI to improve or check it.
Review KDP’s current content guidelines before submission. The distinction depends on how each part of your book was made, so keep track of your own process.
Disclose the content in your KDP setup
When you publish a new book or republish an edited book, answer KDP’s questions about AI-generated text, images and translations accurately. Cover artwork and interior illustrations can both be relevant.
Do not assume every tool or every edit has the same disclosure requirements. Use KDP’s definitions and the questions shown in your own publishing workflow.
Review the book before publishing
Read the manuscript for errors, invented facts and inconsistent details. Check that you have rights to use all images, source material and other content in the book.
Inspect the cover and interior in KDP’s preview tools. Correct any layout problems and make sure the title, author and other details match your submission.
Frequently asked questions
Does KDP ask about AI-generated cover art?
Yes. KDP’s content guidelines include both cover and interior images in its definition of AI-generated images.
Does KDP require disclosure of AI-assisted content?
KDP says AI-assisted content does not need to be disclosed, but authors should check its current definitions and publishing questions.