Did you know that one of the easiest ways to make consistent money with Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) is by creating a coloring book series? While a single coloring book can be successful, a series is where the real magic happens. In this post, we’ll break down:
How much a coloring book series can actually make
Why these books are so popular
How easy it is to keep building on your success
How Much Money Can a Coloring Book Series Make?
Let’s start with the big question: How much can you really make with a coloring book series?
A well-designed coloring book on Amazon KDP can easily bring in a few hundred dollars a month, sometimes even more if it ranks well. But here’s the game-changer: when you turn that one book into a series, your earning potential multiplies.
Instead of someone buying a single book and never returning, a series keeps customers coming back. If they love the first book, they’ll likely buy the second, third, and beyond. That’s why some of the biggest coloring book brands, like Jade Summer and Coloring Book Café, release books in sets.
For example, if one book makes $1,000 a month, a five-book series could potentially bring in $3,000 to $5,000—or even $10,000 a month just by expanding on the original idea.
Why Does a Series Work So Well?
When people find a coloring book style they love, they don’t stop at just one.
Think about it: if you love cute kawaii foods, wouldn’t you want more? That’s why a series works—it builds a brand that people recognize. When they see your consistent theme, cover design, and art style, they know exactly what they’re getting, which increases trust and sales.
How to Build a Coloring Book Series That Sells
Now that you see the potential, let’s talk about how to actually create a successful series.
Step 1: Choose a Consistent Theme
Your theme should be something broad enough to support multiple books but niche enough to attract a specific audience. Here are some popular examples:
Kawaii Food Coloring Series – Book 1: Cute Desserts, Book 2: Adorable Snacks, Book 3: Healthy Foods
Kawaii Animal Series – Book 1: Puppies & Kittens, Book 2: Farm Animals, Book 3: Wild Animals
Holiday Series – Book 1: Christmas, Book 2: Halloween, Book 3: Easter, Book 4: Valentine’s Day
Fantasy Series – Book 1: Unicorns & Dragons, Book 2: Mythical Creatures, Book 3: Fairies & Mermaids
The key is making each book feel connected while still being unique and fresh.
Step 2: Keep Your Formatting & Style Consistent
One of the best parts of creating a series is that you don’t have to start from scratch every time. Once you create the first book, the rest become much easier because:
Your art style is already established
Your formatting is figured out
Your audience is built up
Instead of reinventing the wheel, just switch up the theme while keeping everything else consistent.
Step 3: Speed Up the Process with AI Tools
If you’re using AI tools like Kittl or BookBolt, the process gets even faster.
AI can generate illustrations in the same style, making it easy to create multiple books.
Templates can be duplicated—just swap out the icons and theme for the next book.
Marketing is easier because you’re promoting a brand, not just a single book.
For example, when I created my Kawaii Animals Coloring Book, I used AI to generate cute animal illustrations, desaturated the images for bold outlines, and adjusted them for better coloring. Once that was done, making additional books was a breeze—just swap the theme and tweak the details!
Step 4: Market Your Coloring Book Series
Marketing a series is much easier than promoting a single book because:
People who buy Book 1 are more likely to buy Books 2, 3, and beyond.
You can run bundle promotions or discounts on earlier books to boost sales.
Your brand becomes recognizable, making customers seek out your new releases.
One trick is to cross-promote your books in the back pages of each coloring book. Include a “More Books by This Author” page with images and links to your other books in the series.
Step 5: Expand Your Series Over Time
Once you have a strong theme, the possibilities are endless.
For example, if your first book was Kawaii Animals, you could expand with:
Kawaii Sea Creatures
Kawaii Flying Animals
Kawaii Dinosaurs
Kawaii Mythical Creatures
Each book in the series attracts new buyers, many of whom will go back and purchase previous books.
Why You Should Start a Coloring Book Series Today
Creating a coloring book series is one of the smartest ways to make consistent money on KDP.
A single book can make $1,000+ per month—but a series can multiply those earnings.
A recognizable brand keeps customers coming back for more.
AI tools speed up the process, making it easy to create multiple books.
Once you build an audience, marketing becomes effortless.
If you’ve been considering publishing a coloring book, why not turn it into a series? Let me know how it goes, and good luck! 🚀
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