This is so helpful in so many ways. As a "mature" woman (63 young) still doing the daily grind of a "job", even though I enjoy my job to a certain degree, I am itching to branch out into something more deeply fulfilling, and hopefully lucrative as well, at some point. What a great way to get started with little investment, nothing really to lose, and everything to gain. Thank you so very much. I will keep everyone here posted as to how it unfolds....🥰
Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam.
Thanks for giving a clear and straightforward overview. I do have a question: You mentioned creating an email list as a way to market your books. How would you go about starting an email list? Does it require having an audience on social media, or is there another way?
Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam. They do not want to give their headquarters for legal reasons.
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Thank you for this video! I had a quick question though. Aren’t coloring books and puzzle books not considered low content because the pages aren’t repeated (each page is different). I’ve published a few coloring books and I never check the “low content” box when publishing because I consider coloring books and puzzle books medium content books.
If you use images and templates in Canva, is it okay to sell the books you created using canva images? Or do we need to make changes before we sell? Ex: Journal's, note pages, etc.
Thanks very much for your great content. Well just to know Is it possible for me to link my Amazon KDP account with the bank details of my mother who lives in France? I would like to point out that I created my account with my name. So what are the risks for me or for her? Are there any penalties? Currently. I reside in Cameroon. And there is no Cameroon on the list of banks that one can choose. What are the best options actually?
You mentioned there are 2 kinds of books. Low content, and high content. How about people that want to use KDP but what about people the reproduce Public Domain books? Do they ever sell? I am curious since they are considered free to download. But would they sell on KDP if they are advertised and marketed and very low cost since the content is free to obtain?
Love your videos! I recently published my first children's book and have learned a lot from you! I have a question, My book is for kids approx. 7-10 years old. I have gotten several bad reviews for a particular section of my book over something that was meant as cute and comical was read as sending a bad message. . I didn't write this in a vacuum and prior to publishing no one commented on it but now I'm getting bad reviews. I got a 1 star review saying it was psychologically bad and then another reviewer kind of piggybacked the same comment. I decided to rewrite that section but my question, is it appropriate to post something in the A+ content to address it? e.g. " Newly Updated and improved based on readers comments" . Or should I just weather the storm and hope with the updated version it goes away?
Can you put the same paperback on KDP and LuLu at the same time with two different ISBNs? The ISBNs would be the free ones from KDP and LuLu, not ones I purchase myself. I’ve been looking everywhere and can’t find the answer to this. I know you can’t do KDP select if it’s on additional publisher sites. Thanks in advance if anyone knows the answer!!!!
Clear, Concise, and well thought out. Seems to be focused on low-content books but gives a nod to high-content books. The format is similar to "I am Second" videos - which is very appealing. Easy to listen to, doesn't sound like she has had 20 cups of coffee like many videos. I've never subscribed to any Tube before but I was impressed. My Bride has written over 100 novels and many children's books so I am trying to figure this out and perhaps apply it so that we can break into the Spanish book market as well. I need to go deeper now. Thanks !
I was scammed by Amazon KDP for over $3000 dollars. They knew my book was turned down by Amazon to be on their book list but continued to get more money out of me for promotion and will not give a refund.
I was scammed by over $3000 dollars by Amazon KDP Publishing. They advertised to put the book on amazon for $799. After submitting the book, Homoexternicus, The Direction of Man, they transferred me to the promotion department and they wanted $4,500 to promote it on Amazon. We agreed to $2,700 and I paid it. The book never appeared on Amazon with them giving me different excuses. Ray Davis was the agent. yes
Using Canva or Word for writing a story book , like a historical / fantasy books that can be read by 12 yrs and above, what would be the page margins, paper size etc ?
Thank you for the straight forward info, with details and pricing. Your presentation is great because there is no one yelling or flapping their hands like a mad man! Also, people who are interested in a subject don’t need clip art B-roll shots over your voice. We are here for info, not a RU-vidr trying to sell themselves. No I am not making 150 thousand dollars a day using Ai!!! LOL!
Hi mam ...... Can you tell me, I'm a beginner and I want to publish a calendar on Amazon, but I'm confused about the upload process, can you explain or give me some advice, please, how can I proceed...
Hi beautiful love your page. I’m new to KDP but I am almost done my Gratitude journal. I am sending it to a girl in Fiver to create & also upload to KDP for me as I work full time & don’t have the time sadly to learn all the processes so I created the journal in a word doc & will be sending to the girl on fiver to create with all my instructions. What is your thoughts on that ?? I’d love to hear as I want to make sure I do this is in the best way possible. Thanks so much for your time 🙏🏻💓
Do you or anyone know if I can just get the ISBN # and have my book printed myself and just sell it on my amazon seller account? I've been selling used and new books on Amazon for years, and many times when the price of the book goes down, they de-activate my listing until I bring my price down to match the lowest. This worries me that they might do that with my book. Anybody know?
You need the real information: Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam.
Amazon KDP scammed me out of nearly $4000 dollars. They never provided the media promotion that I spent thousands on because Amazon did not accept my book and they knew Amazon did not accept my book. They weren't done they tried to scam me for $1100. to get a copyright that only costs $125. It was all scam. Look at all the negatives.
Hi , how are you.will help me with an information. I work in Amazon KDP. Can I market my book on the marketplace? Creates an Amazon Associate account. Will there be any problem in the account? It would help me a lot if you let me know.
Hello Caroline! I'm about to publish a book on Amazon. I'm a bit stuck with the question either I need to buy ISBN myself and register copyright or it's provided somehow organic during after the uploading of the book on the platform? Thank you in advance, Andrew
I am a self published author on amazon. Read a news article today concerning the closing of the amazon book depository. I cannot get ANY information on how this will effect authors like us and our books. Amazon KDP is giving me the run around (nothing unusual about that) and does anyone know HOW this will effect us? Please let me know. Thanks
Hi, I would like to pu;; my book off of Amazon because the page is not set righ, and I would like to re load it.I dont know which computer I wrote it on, can I download it from Amazon to set the page up right.
So, I apologize if you made a video addressing this, but is there any issue publishing books for differing age groups? What I mean is that, as an artist, I want to publish books of all kinds; some for kids, but then maybe also a scary monster book meant for an older demographic. Those are very differing genres, and should you publish those under one name? Does KDP allow you to have multiple publishing accounts? If it does, is there any issue in regards to taxes with that? Thank you for the great video! 🙂
Hi,Caroline! Thank you for a video. I was wondering about taxes. I am non US resident. Amazon is taking 30% of earnings, how much is taking US in the name of taxes? Nobody is talking taxes numbers. My native country takes 45% , so I am wondering what will be left for me if I start this escapade. Do I really have to pay it for both countries?? Very intimidating to think about doing accounting book on my own. I have started research about this two weeks ago, and was very optimistic and happy. Now not so much. Please, any info will help. Thank you. Snezana
Hi Caroline, thank you! What do you think of audiobooks? Is there a huge demand? Need your advice as it's very costly to engage it done professionally. Best regards
Ja sam samo na Zazzle platformi, potpuno nevezano za knjige, ali ista je prica. Tamo se popunjava w8ben formular koji trazi njihova poreska agencija kojim dokazujes zemlju iz koje dolazis i eventualno dobijas olaksice. Posto Srbija nema sporazum sa Usa nema ni olaksica. Postoji spisak zemalja na irsa sajtu i nas normalno nema. Zazzle skida 24% i koliko sam ja razumela to im je propisani standard za non-rezidente. 30% je onda malo previse? 😅 I sad shvatam Snezana, mora da je Srbija. 😅 Po procentu poreza bih rekla da sam pogodila, ali isto vazi i za Bosnu i Crnu Goru i Makedoniju. Za Hrvatsku nisam sigurna.
Hi, I have been drawn to your videos , i have written over 50 poems ,various subjects, receiving positive feedback and being encouraged to consider publishing . my question is , are poetry books any harder or easier than other categories ? can you help with information on poetry books? also do i need more poems to start with?
Hi just seen your comment and wondering if you ever decided to publish your work? I am in a similar position have a written some poems which I'm proud of but just not sure if there's a market for it.
Hi--- I'm not sure if you could help with this but do you know what would cause a book to be live but I don't see the title on amazon at all. I looked through everything even including typing in the specific way I published it and it's not coming up. Also books going from in review back to draft once you've published? I really appreciate anyone that could help with this.
Thanks for the info Caroline, appreciate it. Was wondering if you could shed some light on whether you use a Payoneer or Wise account to get receive payments from non-Australian marketplaces on Amazon KDP? Apologies if you have made a video on this... I'm still making my way through some of them to see if the content is specific to the question. Thanks!
No, I just use my Australian bank account. The only marketplace I can't receive funds to my AU account is Brazil but I don't think I've ever made a sale there anyway.
