Discover commonly overlooked features and options on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) that can enhance your self-publishing journey. Explore valuable tips and tricks, marketing strategies, and insights into whether it's worth utilizing these hidden gems. From print-on-demand to effective self-publishing strategies, this video will help you maximize your use of KDP.

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The KDP alternative IngramSpark launched a new direct sales option for limited US account holders. Draft2Digital hit a major milestone. Goodreads wants your help combating review-bombing. And, it's time for the Black Friday deals! All that and more in the self-publishing news.

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• Dibbly Create - https://DaleLinks.com/DibblyCreate 
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• Vervante's Perforated Sheets - https://mailchi.mp/vervante/foilstamping-1127460 
• Kobo Plus Launches in Norway, Sweden, Finland & Denmark - https://preview.mailerlite.com/j3h1d0s1t5/
• Draft2Digital's Milestone - https://authoremail.com/email/campaigns/bh584qxq7t7a0/web-version/lg0604x35fb97
• Draft2Digital Holiday Hours - https://authoremail.com/email/campaigns/lf833kw16170b/web-version/lg0604x35fb97 
• Laterpress - https://www.laterpress.com/
• Goodreads Asks Users to Help Combat ‘Review Bombing’ - https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/93651-goodreads-asks-users-to-help-combat-review-bombing.html 
• IngramSpark Share & Sell (US only) - https://www.ingramspark.com/e-commerce-beta-sign-up
• MailerLite Cyber Week Deal - https://DaleLinks.com/MailerLiteDeal
• Fictionary Black Friday Deal (Code: BLACKFRIDAY2023) - https://Fictionary.co
• Book Bolt Black Friday Deal - https://DaleLinks.com/BookBoltDeal
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• SiteGround Black Friday Deal - https://DaleLinks.com/SiteGround
• Author Ascend Monthly - https://learn.bookcareerinayear.com/authorascend-monthly 

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Unlock the secrets of successful book marketing with Honoree Corder in this insightful interview. Learn practical strategies and ideas to enhance your book promotion, boost sales, and establish a strong author brand. Honoree shares valuable tips that make marketing your book on platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) more effective. Discover unorthodox yet proven methods to sell more books and elevate your author journey. 

• Honoree Corder - https://honoreecorder.com/
• Honoree's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@empirebuildersmasterclass 
• Writer's Block: This Indie Author Has Your Cure: https://www.youtube.com/live/xal5iKfDJXU?si=VBmRcsIRLbd0MwpN 
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Explore a comprehensive review of Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), covering its advantages, disadvantages, and whether it's worth your time. Gain insights into key topics like KDP Select, guidelines, and business tips to help inform your self-publishing journey.

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Bookvault launched a new bundling option (read below) and an option to do direct sales on Wix. Wall Street Journal is no longer providing its bestseller lists. And, Audible expands to Brazil. Learn more about the latest in self-publishing news!

🔴🔴🔴 NOTE: I misspoke. Box sets are NOT available yet through Bookvault. They launched the "bundle" feature, making it easier for customers to order a bundle of books. Sorry for the false alarm, I'm a bit premature in announcing the box set option. It is still on their roadmap to add box sets, so stay tuned for the official announcement.

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• Bookvault: Sell books with Wix - https://bookvault.app/wix/ 
• How to create Book Bundles in Bookvault - https://youtu.be/xmdiauUWEKw?si=AvfBu6hrcVw3wSPc
• The 'Wall Street Journal' Drops Its Bestseller Lists - https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publishing-and-marketing/article/93663-the-wall-street-journal-drops-its-bestseller-lists.html
• Scribd is now Everand - https://authoremail.com/email/campaigns/yk022y16wjb66/web-version/eq3389j0wvdc4
• Draft2Digital: Ordering Author Copies & Proofs - https://authoremail.com/email/campaigns/wf08177mq7ac8/web-version/
• Kevin Tumlinson Assumes Role of CEO for Next Chapter of BookSweeps - https://www.openpr.com/news/3272937/kevin-tumlinson-assumes-role-of-ceo-for-next-chapter
• Authorpreneur Summit: Author to Authorpreneur - https://www.authorpreneursummit.com/ 
• Go Creative! Planning Program for Authors & Poets - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/orna-a-ross/creative-planning-for-indie-authors-and-poets
• Fiction Books? Sell to Dreame Reading App - https://publishdrive.com/sell-to-dreame-reading-app.html
• ProWritingAid Black Friday Sale - https://DaleLinks.com/ProWritingAid (sale good till Nov. 26)
• Audible Launches New Service for Brazil - https://www.audible.com/about/newsroom/audible-launches-new-service-for-brazil 
• Dashtoon uses AI to turn storytellers into comics artists - https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/02/dashtoon/
• Book Brush's Social Media Management - https://calendly.com/kathleensweeney/social-media-management?month=2023-11 

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Get a behind-the-scenes peek into the upcoming virtual summit, From Author to Authorpreneur Summit, hosted by April Cox of Self-Publishing Made Simple. We cover what it took for her to arrange the event, how it's completely different from other summits, and what authors can expect on the inside. Naturally, since April was on earlier this year, I had to follow up with her about hitting a major milestone in her coaching business of hitting over 200 books published this year. Sit back, relax, and tune into this conversation with my buddy, April Cox. 

• From Author to Authorpreneur Summit - https://www.authorpreneursummit.com
• Self-Publishing Made Simple - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQfqay53p5mczNKUPAtZN-Q
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Indie author Kevin Tumlinson has served as the face and voice of the Draft2Digital (D2D) brand for the past seven years in his role as the Director of Marketing. Recently, he departed D2D to start a whole new chapter in his life and you won't believe where it lead him. Sit down for an exclusive interview with Kevin and Dale as they talk about being an indie author, working with one of the most popular self-publishing platforms, and so much more!

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• BookSweeps - https://www.booksweeps.com/authors/ 
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Explore ten powerful methods to maximize your audiobook revenue. This video covers a range of techniques, including sales funnels, email marketing, leveraging the bounty program, and driving affiliate sales. Whether you're publishing through ACX, Authors Republic, or Amazon, learn how to grow your audiobook business and make the most of your earnings. Uncover the potential of platforms like Audible, Findaway Voices, and more. If you're serious about increasing your audiobook income, this guide is a must-watch.

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• IngramSpark Recommended Order Dates - https://www.ingramspark.com/%F0%9F%93%A6act-fast-recommended-order-dates-and-book-nominations
• LaterPress - https://www.laterpress.com/
• There is No Marketing Magic Bullet: Reaching More Readers Podcast, With Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-marketing-magic-bullet/ 
• GetCovers - https://DaleLinks.com/GetCovers - use code TREAT20 (affiliate link)
• Kobo Plus Data - https://preview.mailerlite.com/a0s2y7l2v8/2332257606858446275/y8b6/ 
• Can a Professional Book Cover Double Your Sales? - https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/book-design/redesign/
• The NEW Findaway Voices by Spotify - https://www.findawayvoices.com/dale
• Spotify Premium Analytics - https://my.findawayvoices.com/reporting/spotify-premium-analytics
• Spotify’s new audiobook streaming could have ‘devastating effect’, says Society of Authors - https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/oct/11/spotify-audiobook-streaming-devastating-effect-authors
• No Fakes Act wants to protect actors and singers from unauthorized AI replicas - https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/12/23914915/ai-replicas-likeness-law-no-fakes-copyright
• Game-Changing Creator Insights for 2024 - https://assets.lulu.com/media/unbounce/lulu-tilt-creator-insights.pdf

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Spotify is rolling out even more changes to the audiobook distribution service, Findaway Voices. The Marketplace is going away after a short run on Findaway Voices, Spotify Premium might not be what audiobook rights holders want, and more. Also, Reedsy shares the difference a professional cover design can make in your book sales. And, Kobo Writing Life updated their Kobo Plus reports and analytics. All that and more in the self-publishing news!

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• Holiday Ordering Deadlines - https://mail.barnesandnoble.com/H/2/v60000018b41022003a1e7f46e96c660a0/87ce7d25-327d-4d48-9056-715e3f72bb9c/HTML 
• IngramSpark Recommended Order Dates - https://www.ingramspark.com/%F0%9F%93%A6act-fast-recommended-order-dates-and-book-nominations
• LaterPress - https://www.laterpress.com/
• There is No Marketing Magic Bullet: Reaching More Readers Podcast, With Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland - https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-marketing-magic-bullet/ 
• GetCovers - https://DaleLinks.com/GetCovers - use code TREAT20 (affiliate link)
• Kobo Plus Data - https://preview.mailerlite.com/a0s2y7l2v8/2332257606858446275/y8b6/ 
• Can a Professional Book Cover Double Your Sales? - https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/book-design/redesign/
• The NEW Findaway Voices by Spotify - https://www.findawayvoices.com/dale 
• Spotify Premium Analytics - https://my.findawayvoices.com/reporting/spotify-premium-analytics 
• Spotify’s new audiobook streaming could have ‘devastating effect’, says Society of Authors - https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/oct/11/spotify-audiobook-streaming-devastating-effect-authors
• No Fakes Act wants to protect actors and singers from unauthorized AI replicas - https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/12/23914915/ai-replicas-likeness-law-no-fakes-copyright
• Game-Changing Creator Insights for 2024 - https://assets.lulu.com/media/unbounce/lulu-tilt-creator-insights.pdf

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Explore the world of Kickstarter campaigns with fantasy romance and young adult fantasy author S.D. Huston. Delve into what made her Kickstarter campaign remarkably successful, gaining three times its funding goal. Learn valuable strategies and insights for launching your own Kickstarter as an indie author. Discover if Kickstarter is the smart choice for your next book project in "Does Kickstarter Work for Authors?"

• S.D. Huston on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@sdhuston 
• Kickstarter Basics Masterclass: What is it & What can you do? - https://www.youtube.com/live/CWtWoJzXz_I?si=tbUmTHLre793yNdU 
• A Curse of Scales & Feathers: A Fantasy Romance -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/acurseofscaleandfeathers
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