One of the easiest ways to make money with AI is to create an eBook with Canva and let ChatGPT handle most of the work.
Having sold digital products from $7 to $997, I’m still blown away by how much faster AI makes the entire creation process.
It’s made it easier than ever for beginners to start making money online, way faster than when I started over a decade ago.
To show you how simple this is, I’ll walk you through an ebook I recently created in 24 hours using ChatGPT and Canva to sell in my Stan Store.
How to Start an eBook Side Hustle
An ebook side hustle lets you earn passive income by creating a digital product once and reselling it again and again.
If you’re a student, stay-at-home mom, or side hustler, this is a great way to make extra money from home on your own schedule.
Once your eBook is ready, use Stan Store to easily sell and deliver it to your customers. Start your 14-day free trial here.
Best Way to Come Up with an eBook Idea That Sells
Choosing an eBook topic is where most beginners hit a wall.
So let’s break that down first.
Start by asking yourself these two questions:
- “What’s something I’ve accomplished that others are also trying to achieve?”
- “What’s a clear outcome that I can help someone achieve in 20 minutes of less?”
This works so well because the easiest way to sell anything is by sharing something you’ve actually been through.
It lets people know you’ve done it yourself, so they can trust you to help them do the same.
Here’s an example using my $30k Affiliate Playbook ebook.
“I made $30,000 sharing free apps I use and love. So I created a short ebook showing others exactly how to make their first $100 in referral app income in 20 minutes or less”
(P.S. You can use discount code BLOG to grab my $30k Affiliate Playbook at a lower price!)
Here are a few niche-specific examples to get you thinking.
Parenting – I got my toddler on a nap schedule that actually sticks. I can show other parents a simple routine they can start using today.
Budgeting/Finance – I paid off $1,000 in credit card debt on a tight budget. I can break down the exact strategy I used into a quick start guide.
Digital Organization/Productivity – I organized my entire life with a free Notion template. I can show someone how to set up their own digital planner.
Beauty / Skincare – I cleared up my skin naturally after struggling for years. I can share the exact 3-step routine that made the biggest difference.
Small Business – I booked my first 5 clients using one simple Instagram post. I can teach others how to write and post it in less than 20 minutes.
Use ChatGPT to Write Your eBook
Once you have your ebook idea, it’s time to map out a simple outline and write your ebook!
The important thing to remember is that ChatGPT is here to support you in the creation process.
You are the expert with the real experience people want to learn from.
Create Your eBook Outline
By using a few easy prompts, ChatGPT can help you map out your ebook, come up with chapter ideas, and even fill in parts you’re not sure how to word.
It’s a great way to keep things flowing and make sure your ebook actually makes sense to your reader.
You use a simple prompt such as “write a mini book outline for my ebook about xyz.”
That one ChatGPT prompt saved me a ton of time and let me focus on the real “meat” of my $30k Affiliate Playbook eBook.
Write Your eBook
It’s easy to want to ask ChatGPT to write your entire ebook for you, and honestly, a lot of people online do exactly that.
But if you want to stand out and build something that lasts, take the time to fill your ebook with information that comes from your own experience and results.
That’s what builds trust, sets you apart, and turns readers into long-term customers.
Remember, your eBook doesn’t need to be long to be valuable.
My $30k Affiliate Playbook is just 20 pages with images and examples, and it gets straight to the point.
ChatGPT simply guided me on what to include in each section.
If you deliver on your promise and help readers get results, that’s what matters. No one’s looking to read a novel when they just want quick wins.
Once your eBook is ready, use Stan Store to easily sell and deliver it to your customers. Start your 14-day free trial here.
Designing Your eBook in Canva
With free Canva ebook templates, you can easily turn your written content into a polished, sellable product.
I personally use a Canva PRO account for access to premium design templates, but that part is totally up to you.
Just type “ebook templates” into the Canva search bar and pick a design that matches your style.
Be sure to include an “About the Author” page and a “Table of Contents” page.
These simple additions build trust with your audience and make your ebook easier to navigate.
Designing Your eBook Cover with ChatGPT
ChatGPT has a great image generation feature you can use to create your ebook cover.
For my ebook, I kept the design simple with just text.
Since it’s about making money, I wanted the focus to be on the big results I’ve gotten and how I can help others do the same.
You can ask ChatGPT to create your ebook title and add your preferred text.
You can also upload images of book covers you like from around the web and have ChatGPT design something similar for you.
Once you have your book cover, you can add it to your ebook in Canva.
Making Your eBook Ready for Download and Sale
Once everything was ready, I downloaded my ebook as a PDF Standard file in Canva to make it a sellable digital product.
The last step is choosing the platform where you’ll sell your ebook!
Sell Your eBook with Stan Store
While platforms like Etsy are an option, I chose Stan Store so I could stay in full control of my product.
It also lets me offer my coaching services and other digital products all in one spot, which keeps things simple and organized.
Inside your Stan Store, you can set up automatic ebook delivery, create discount codes, and offer upsells.
It also includes a built-in email marketing system, so you can stay connected with your customers and let them know when you drop something new.
Try out Stan Store FREE for 14 Days with this link.
Create an eBook with Canva and ChatGPT Conclusion
Creating and selling an ebook is one of the fastest ways to turn your knowledge into passive income.
With tools like ChatGPT and Canva, it’s easy for beginners to get started and launch their first digital product with confidence.
Ready for your next digital product? Check out my blog post on how to make money selling printables on Etsy.
Then read about the 4 Simple Tips to Selling on Social Media without a huge Following.
