How to Choose a Date to Release a Book
Four questions to ask yourself before you set your book’s release date. Includes summary of IngramSpark and KDP timelines for proofing and a list of 6 issues that require advanced planning.
IngramSpark Print-on-Demand vs. Amazon KDP Print
- IngramSpark vs KDP Print
- What about print quality?
- Should you use their free ISBN?
- Resources and related articles
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How to Jumpstart Book Sales in 5 Steps—a Makeover Challenge
Conquer a sales plateau (or scale new heights!) with these tips: update description, categories, and keywords; study book pricing; schedule a price drop promotion; try Amazon Advertising.
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How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Print-on-Demand Book Using Amazon KDP?
- Links to free templates
- Key decisions, including ISBN advice
- Other possible costs
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FAQs About Publishing New Books Using KDP; Timelines, Problem-Solving
What to expect after publishing new books on KDP: timelines and FAQs like changing look inside the book, linking books, how long until for sale on Amazon.
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How to Research a Name for Your Self-Publishing Imprint
- Where is the imprint name used?
- Why not your own name?
- Eight resources for researching book imprint names
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Amazon Book Review Policy Demystified for Authors
- Free books: okay to giveaway
- Paid reviews: okay to pay
- $50 Amazon spend eligibility requirement
- How to disclose a relationship
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Amazon KDP Author Copies Cost Calculator and How to Order Author Copies
Use our cost calculator to determine the cost to buy copies of your book from KDP at a discount from the retail price. This calculator also computes paperback royalties. Includes how to order guide.
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Kindle eBook Royalties: 70% vs. 35% and 6 Essential Things You Need to Know
- How to qualify for the Amazon Kindle 70% royalty.
- Amazon resources regarding royalties and requirements.
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2021 Decision Guide for Evaluating eBook Distribution Options
Comprehensive guide to eBook distribution • Direct distribution or use a distributor? • Comparison chart of 11 distributors • The 5 key considerations • Which is better: Commission or Fee?
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