If you love writing or already have neat study notes, did you know that could actually turn into a side hustle? Yup! These days, people are always looking for quick but useful info—and one of the easiest ways to sell it is by creating mini e-books.
In 2025, mini e-books are getting even more popular since everyone prefers short, straight-to-the-point content. And yes, high schoolers can totally jump into this too. Imagine writing something like “10 Study Hacks Every Teen Should Know” and selling it online. Sounds doable, right?
What’s a Mini E-book?
Basically, it’s a short digital book—around 10–30 pages—packed with practical tips. Because it’s bite-sized, people can finish it fast and get the point right away.
Some fun ideas for mini e-books you could create:
- Study hacks before exams
- Time management tips for school
- How to make aesthetic notes
- Smart ways to save your allowance
- Side hustle ideas for students
Why Selling Mini E-books Works in 2025
- Digital-friendly → People read everything on their phone or laptop.
- Almost zero cost → Just write in Word or Canva, then export to PDF.
- Sell it again and again → Make once, sell forever.
- Perfect for teens → Topics can match your daily life.
- Affordable → Even at a low price, it can add up.
Free Tools to Get Started
- Canva → For cover design & layouts
- Google Docs / Microsoft Word → To write your content
- Grammarly (optional) → If you’re writing in English
- PDF export → Easy way to turn docs into e-books
How to Start Selling Mini E-books
- Pick a topic that matters
Choose something your friends would actually want—study hacks, time management, motivation. - Make a simple outline
Intro → 5–10 tips → Closing + call to action. - Write in a chill tone
Keep it friendly, not textbook-style. - Make it look good
Use Canva to create an aesthetic cover and layout. - Set a price
Most mini e-books go for $1–$3 (around Rp10k–Rp30k).
Where to Sell & Promote
- Post on Instagram/TikTok
- Sell on Shopee, Gumroad, or simple paid Google Drive links
- Offer it through small online classes
Catchy Mini E-book Ideas You Could Sell
- “10 Study Hacks Every Teen Should Try”
- “How to Stay Focused During Online Classes”
- “Smart Money Tips for Students”
- “Aesthetic Note-Taking 101”
- “Simple Side Hustles for High Schoolers”
Tips to Make Your E-book Sell
- Use a catchy title → Something that grabs attention.
- Design it aesthetic → Teens love cool visuals.
- Tease content on social media → Share snippets to spark curiosity.
- Add a bonus → Like free note templates.
- Collect reviews → Ask friends to leave feedback.
How Much Can You Earn?
Let’s say you sell an e-book for $1.5 (Rp20k).
- If you sell 20 copies a week → that’s $30 (Rp400k).
- In a month → around $120 (Rp1.6M).
And if you create multiple e-books? Even better!
Why It’s Perfect for High Schoolers
- You learn more while writing
- Boost your creativity (writing, design, marketing)
- Flexible—you can work on it anytime
- Great for your future portfolio
Final Note
Selling mini e-books could be your simple but cool side hustle in 2025. With just an idea, a phone or laptop, and some creativity, you can build a digital product that sells again and again—without extra effort.
