In the era of digital content and creative entrepreneurship, mini books have become an interesting niche for earning money. Whether you’re creating motivational booklets, short stories, how-to guides, or quick reads, there’s a growing audience that craves value-packed content.
Over the years, I’ve explored several platforms to sell my mini books. Below are the 10 platforms where I’ve sold them successfully. If you’re a writer, content creator, or side hustler, these marketplaces are a great way to monetize your creativity.
1. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
Amazon KDP is one of the best platforms for selling digital and paperback mini books. It offers global reach and is user-friendly for books as short as 10-15 pages (subject to quality standards).
💡 Ideal for: eBooks & print-on-demand paperbacks2. Etsy
Etsy is not only for handmade items—it’s a growing platform for digital downloads. I sell printable motivational and inspirational mini books here as instant downloads.
💡 Great for: Printable mini books, journal-style small books3. Gumroad
Gumroad is perfect for indie creators. You can sell PDFs directly to your audience with flexible pricing, bundling, and even subscriptions.
💡 Best for: Digital downloads, pay-what-you-like pricing4. Payhip
Payhip is another creator-friendly platform that processes payments and downloads. It also offers discount codes and affiliate marketing options.
💡 Best for: Direct selling + marketing features5. Google Play Books
Publishing on Google Play Books provides access to millions of Android users. The platform supports short reads and has a simple publishing process.
💡 Ideal for: Android eBook distribution6. Kobo Writing Life
Rakuten Kobo offers global reach to over 190 countries. The platform encourages quick reads and supports short content formats.
💡 Ideal for: International eBook reach7. Blurb
Blurb is ideal for print-on-demand mini books that include visual content. I use it for books with custom designs and image-heavy layouts.
💡 Ideal for: Visual mini books and custom layouts8. Notion Marketplaces (e.g., Notion Everything, Simple.ink)
If you create digital workbooks or guides using Notion, these platforms allow you to reach Notion users who appreciate bite-sized, practical content.
💡 Best for: Digital planners and Notion users9. Shopify (Your Own Store)
After producing a few mini books, I launched my own Shopify store. It offers full control over design, pricing, and customer experience.
💡 Ideal for: Branding and repeat sales10. Instagram + Link-in-Bio Shops
Instagram paired with tools like Linktree or Stan Store lets me sell mini books directly to followers through engaging reels and story content.
💡 Good for: Organic traffic and social salesFinal Thoughts
You don’t need a traditional publisher to start selling mini books. Whether it’s self-help, short stories, or niche guides—there’s a platform and audience for you.
👉 Start small: Choose one or two of these platforms to launch your mini book journey. As you grow, explore more and build your brand.
Have more suggestions or your own success stories? Share them in the comments—I’d love to hear from fellow creators!
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