Ebook types
9 proven formats. Pick yours.
Every format comes with its own structure and chapter plan, so your book reads the way readers expect. Not sure? Just describe your idea and 1MinEbook will suggest one. Need a longer book? Add chapters in the editor, up to 20.
Start a Podcast People Finish
From first episode to 1,000 listeners
Your Name10 chapters · ~15,000 words
How-To Guide
Step-by-step instructions that take readers from first steps to confident results, with practical examples in every chapter.
Best for
- Teaching a skill
- Experts & educators
- Paid guides
Use it as
Your signature guide on the topic you know best
Mistakes First-Time Buyers Make
And how to avoid every one of them
5 chapters · ~5,000 words
Quick Start Guide
Short, punchy and action-first. Readers get a quick win in an evening, then want more from you.
Best for
- Lead magnets
- Beginner topics
- Low-priced ebooks
Use it as
The free download that fills your email list
30 Days of Calm
A daily mindfulness workbook
6 chapters · ~7,000 words
Workbook
Exercises, prompts and templates that readers fill in. Great for anything people need to practise, not just read.
Best for
- Coaching programs
- Journals & challenges
- Printables on Etsy
Use it as
A companion to a course or coaching package
The Founder's First Year
Lessons from the messy middle
Your Name7 chapters · ~14,000 words
Story-Based Learning
Lessons taught through stories and real situations, so readers remember the point long after they finish.
Best for
- Founder & career lessons
- Memoir-style guides
- Leadership topics
Use it as
A book that builds your personal brand
The Discovery Call Playbook
Turn conversations into paying clients
Your Name8 chapters · ~10,000 words
Business Playbook
A step-by-step framework with clear actions at the end of every chapter. Built to be used, not just read.
Best for
- Consultants & agencies
- B2B lead generation
- Sales & marketing
Use it as
Proof of expertise that warms up sales calls
Strong After 40
A 10-week plan for lasting strength
Your Name10 chapters · ~12,000 words
Personal Development
Transformation-focused chapters that move readers from where they are to where they want to be.
Best for
- Fitness & health
- Mindset & habits
- Relationships
Use it as
A paid ebook or a program welcome guide
From Followers to Customers
Turn your audience into income
Your Name10 chapters · ~12,500 words
Comprehensive Course
In-depth teaching with examples and exercises in every chapter. The closest thing to a course in book form.
Best for
- Online course creators
- Skills training
- Premium-priced ebooks
Use it as
A flagship product or course bonus
Home Network Security, Explained
Protect every device in plain English
10 chapters · ~13,000 words
Technical Deep Dive
Detailed, precise explanations with examples, for readers who want to understand how things really work.
Best for
- Software & IT
- Engineering
- Professional training
Use it as
Training material or an authority-building guide
Sourdough, Simplified
15 foolproof loaves for home bakers
Your Name10 chapters · ~5,500 words
Recipe Collection
Recipes with ingredients, steps and tips, grouped into chapters that make sense to home cooks.
Best for
- Food bloggers
- Diet & nutrition niches
- Amazon KDP cookbooks
Use it as
A best-selling digital cookbook