📌 Quick Summary
Converting Word documents (DOCX) to EPUB is perfect for self-publishing authors, educators, and anyone who wants to create professional ebooks from their writing.
Why Convert Word to EPUB?
- Self-publishing: Prepare your manuscript for ebook platforms
- E-reader friendly: EPUB adapts to any screen size
- Professional output: Create polished ebooks from your documents
- Easy distribution: Share with readers on any device
- Smaller files: EPUB is more compact than DOCX
Prepare Your Word Document
For best conversion results, prepare your DOCX file properly:
💡 Formatting Tips
- Use heading styles (Heading 1, Heading 2) for chapters
- Apply consistent paragraph formatting
- Insert images at appropriate sizes
- Use page breaks for chapter separations
- Remove headers, footers, and page numbers (EPUB handles these differently)
Method 1: Free Online Converter
1 Upload Your DOCX
Visit our converter and upload your Word document.
2 Add Metadata (Optional)
Enter book title and author name for proper ebook information.
3 Select EPUB Format
Choose EPUB as output format and click Convert.
4 Download and Review
Download your EPUB and open it in an e-reader to verify formatting.
Method 2: Using Calibre
- Install Calibre (free and open source)
- Click "Add books" and select your DOCX
- Click "Convert books" button
- Set metadata: title, author, cover image
- Choose EPUB as output format
- Configure table of contents detection
- Click OK to convert
Best Practices for Authors
- Test on multiple devices: Check your EPUB on phone, tablet, and e-reader
- Add a cover: Include an attractive cover image
- Create TOC: Ensure table of contents navigates correctly
- Proofread: Review the converted EPUB for formatting issues
- Validate: Use EPUB validators to check for errors
Publishing Your EPUB
Once converted, you can distribute your EPUB through:
- Amazon KDP (convert to MOBI/KPF first)
- Apple Books
- Kobo Writing Life
- Google Play Books
- Smashwords
- Your own website