Exploring Self-Publishing on Amazon through Two Key Approaches
Self-publishing a book on Amazon is a brilliant move for indie authors! Here's how to do it using either Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) or a distribution platform like ours (the latter is known as publishing wide).
Take the publishing world by storm
Amazon takes the cake, being the largest bookstore in the US with options for print, ebook, and audiobook versions. Staggering statistics include:- Amazon grabs 60-70% of book sales while housing over 1.4 million self-published books in 2018.- 67% of US readers and 71% of UK readers snatched a book from Amazon in 2023.
If you're an authorpreneur responsible for distribution and promotion, you need wide reach, and Amazon delivers.
Weigh your options (KDP vs publishing wide)
You can self-publish on Amazon using KDP or a distribution platform. While publishing wide generates the most sales potential and money, KDP is equally attractive due to its simplicity and free services.
Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
KDP is Amazon's self-publishing platform. By sticking with KDP, you:- Sell ebooks and print books on Amazon.- Have access to enrolling ebooks in KDP Select, a 90-day program with benefits like Kindle Unlimited, promotions, and increased visibility.- Enjoy earning 70% of royalties on books priced between $2.99 and $9.99 or 35% for books below $2.99 (Note: American book delivery costs 0.15 per megabyte).
Benefits of KDP? It's entirely free, easy, and throws you into the heart of Amazon's market. No need to level up your business skills!
Publishing wide with a distribution platform
By choosing to publish wide, you:- Reach the complete book market spread across many retailers like Apple Books, libraries like Bibliotheca, and niche apps like Dreame.- Streamline time management by using a single platform to publish in multiple stores.- Maximize earning potential by reaching the entire market.
Intrigued by the idea of publishing wide? Read on to learn about our awesome distribution platform.
Option 1: Rock 'n' roll with KDP
Self-publish through Amazon's KDP platform by doing the following:1. Register for an Amazon account and provide tax info.2. Upload your book files and information (title, cover, description, pricing, etc.).3. Choose your book format (ebook, print, or audiobook - remember, KDP doesn't handle audiobooks; use Amazon's Audible for that).4. Set your royalty rate, pricing, and payment method.
Option 2: Publish wide with our distribution platform
Convert your book into multiple formats, polish it up, and prepare your cover design. Then, follow these steps:1. Sign up with us.2. Upload your book details and files.3. Select the markets you want to sell in (we'll distribute to Amazon and many other stores!).4. Relax; our experts will review your book, and you should see sales within a week.
Enjoy the benefits of publishing wide with us, including:- Reach a wider audience beyond Amazon.- Save time by managing multiple stores from one platform.- Access features like royalty reports, marketing tools, and discount settings without giving up a chunk of your earnings.
Embrace your inner entrepreneur
Got questions about Audible, royalties, ebook formatting, book descriptions, keywords, pricing, distribution options, or our distribution platform? Check out our resources below for the answers you crave.
Start your publishing adventure today, whether with KDP or our distribution platform. Happy writing!
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