Hi Reader, If you’ve been self-publishing solely on Amazon KDP, you might be leaving money on the table. A lot of authors assume KDP is the only way to go, but what if there’s a way to expand your reach and increase your income? I’ve been publishing wide with Ingram since 2020, and in this video, I show you how much I’ve earned from IngramSpark in December 2024. I share real numbers and insights and you will be surprised at the results. So, is it worth it? Should you publish wider? This will...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
How to Prepare for Q4 and the Christmas Rush As we approach the busiest time of the year for book sales—Q4, from October to December—it’s crucial to maximize your efforts to ensure your books stand out in a crowded market. With holiday shoppers in full swing and readers looking for great gifts, Q4 presents a golden opportunity to boost your book sales. However, it requires a strategic approach to ensure you’re getting the best results. Below are my top three tips to help you sell more books...
6 months ago • 3 min read
Is Self-Publishing Worth All the Effort? My 5-Year Journey If you’re new to self-publishing or have been doing it for a while, you might be wondering if the journey is worth the time and effort. I’m here to share my 5-year experience in the world of self-publishing, highlighting the challenges, rewards, and what to expect if you’re considering a similar path. My Journey I began self-publishing in December 2019. Initially, I started with high-content books before transitioning to low-content...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, I'm not sure about you, but YouTube videos with thumbnails claiming you can earn $10K+ on KDP are starting to wear thin on me. The problem is that many viewers are unknowingly being led to believe that big money can be earned from KDP in the first few months by simply creating blank or lined journals and notebooks! Worse, by clicking and watching these videos, people feed the algorithm with information suggesting they want to see more of them, and these videos continue to get...
11 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Thank you very much to the 29 community members who have already joined the Self Publishing Academy in the past 24 years. It's been fantastic to interact with you, and I look forward to our first LIVE and Exclusive Q&A session next week. With the uptake of new community members at 29, only 21 places remain at the monthly subscription of $19 p/m. Once the community reaches 50 members, the price will increase to $29 p/m for new members. If you are yet to join and would like to know...
12 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I'm thrilled to announce the launch of the Self Publishing Academy, a vibrant new community designed specifically for ambitious authors like you who are eager to master the art of self-publishing and expand their passive income. As a community member, you will become part of an exclusive and growing group that discovers the secrets to publishing success across major platforms like Amazon KDP and IngramSpark. The Self Publishing Academy isn’t just another course—it’s a gateway to...
12 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Most free courses on the topic of Amazon KDP are lightweights. They are usually 25-45 minutes long and skip many of the important publishing components. They are also light on resources if they provide any at all! For the past four weeks, I've been building a KDP 'Fast-Track' course that will help beginners get started. It's approximately two hours long, includes 20 lessons and 10+ resources, and covers the critical KDP publishing components. It's a fantastic introductory course...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Starting a self-publishing journey can be a thrilling and intimidating experience. As someone who has been on this path since late 2019 and has sold over 200,000 books, I am here to share some essential strategies and insights that have helped me succeed. Whether you are a beginner or already making progress in self-publishing using platforms like Amazon KDP or Ingram Spark, these tips will be crucial for your journey. If you want to dive deeper, you can check out my new YouTube...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, When I started my Self-Publishing in 2019, it began as a passion project. I'd always wanted to author a book. It certainly wasn't for the money, but I must admit that I liked the feeling that I could tell friends and family I was now a published author! Being an author does bring credibility to your email signature! It's also a great conversation starter. "So what do you do?" "I'm an author of....." "Wow, tell me more!" My first book neither brought money or fame nor had much of a...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read