I wanted to share a little update on something I’ve been working on behind the scenes… As some of you know, I joined an Amazon Ads cohort with @Matt Radkiewicz . Even though I’ve been running ads on my books for years, I’ve never really labeled myself as an “expert” in this area and honestly, I wanted to tighten things up and learn some new strategies. One of the biggest reasons I joined was because I have several older books that I’ve kind of neglected over time. With everything going on in the community, I haven’t had as much time to publish new books lately… so instead, I decided to shift my focus to optimizing what I already have. ➡️ Check out Matt's Amazon Ads Skool Publisher Sea And I’ll say this just putting attention back into those books and turning ads back on has already started bringing in some sales again 👀 Since setting up these ads, it has helped me get about 10 sales on old books that were previously doing nothing, which I would say is a win, but it still takes time to optimize and improve. It’s a really good reminder that you don’t always need something brand new… sometimes there’s opportunity sitting in assets you’ve already created. That said, one thing I’m definitely being reminded of (and @Sybil Hall has said this too) is that Amazon Ads are NOT a “set it and forget it” situation. You have to check in, monitor performance, and make adjustments consistently if you want to see results. Curious—have you started running Amazon Ads on your books yet?

First I am going to give credit to where credit is due. @Nick Nebelsky and @Manda Jackson have been the inspiration for the foundation of the barbie in a box prompts. I have just manipulated the prompt to make myself into a doll that is a BEST SELLING AUTHOR. (Sorry GUYS this probably won't end up well for you) ➡️ If you too want to become a Barbie in a box, BEST SELLER here was my prompt. *PRO TIP* Edit the prompt to your own taglines and color schemes for best outputs! Create a highly realistic retail toy doll based on the uploaded person’s face. The doll should clearly resemble the person in the reference image, preserving their facial features, skin tone, and hairstyle, adapted into a realistic vinyl fashion doll (smooth skin, slightly simplified features, glossy eyes). Theme: “Best Selling Author" Outfit: Female option: Fuchsia Pink jumpsuit with a bow tied at the waist. A dainty gold necklace with a heart. An apple watch with a hot pink band. Packaging Design: A realistic toy store box with a clear plastic window. Brand Name (top of box): “Bestselling Author 2026” Character Name (large text on front): Krista Tagline (under the name): “Bestselling Amazon Author” Side Panel Text: “Krista Brea is a bestselling author with over 12 self-published books on Amazon. She has generated six figures in royalties—while building her publishing business part-time.” Feature Highlights (front or side): Bestselling Author Limited Edition Handcrafted Accessories Collector’s Edition Ages 6+ Bottom Details: Barcode, small safety icons, and fine print text like a real toy package. Background Insert (inside box): Stage event with a stack of books on a table. Composition: Front-facing, centered product shot showing the full boxed doll, like it’s displayed on a store shelf. Lighting: Soft commercial studio lighting with subtle reflections on the plastic window. Style: Ultra-realistic product photography — must look like a real toy sold in stores. Color Palette: Pink, Black, White, Neutrals Details: Sharp focus, visible plastic reflections, realistic packaging materials, fabric texture, molded accessory compartments, slight gloss on doll face and hair. Important Instruction: Use the uploaded image strictly as the facial reference for the doll. Maintain likeness while translating into a realistic toy form. Optional Negative Prompt: cartoon, illustration, blurry, distorted face, poor likeness, messy packaging, modern clothing, fantasy elements, extra limbs, text errors, unrealistic materials

This group is growing FAST 🔥 and if you're finally ready to put a book into the world 🌎 then drop 📖 "BOOK" in the COMMENTS! Let's welcome all the new people coming in here to get started on publishing a book and actually making some passive income 🤑 @Mk Duma - I'm a Health and fitness expert, using fitness as a vehicle for a driving change. Eat Better.Move More. Live Your Best (Referred by @Gemma Coles ) @M Smith - “Embracing years of wisdom as my guide, I launch my A.I. journey. Blending timeless elegance and proving it’s never too late to start a new chapter.” @Randee Mathews - Eager to help anyone that crosses my path, my greatest passion in life is service to others. Without it life means nothing. (Referred by @Lara Sloan ) @Sandra St.Yves - Soul Alchemist helping others reclaim their inner authority and freedom free from the conditions and masks. @Fiona Morris - Empowering momentum for soulful creators aligned to the seasons & cycles of nature 🌙 Herbalist, holistic biz mentor + astro-tarot intuitive guide 🌿 (Referred by @Tiffany Noel Taylor ) @Barbara Walsh - Hello... I'm a proud mother of 2 sons and grandmother of 3 beautiful grandchildren!! I live in Newfoundland, Canada, and I'm so happy to meet you. @Kristin Gyurkovits - Mrs CBD, Chefs By Design dedicated to teaching humans about cooking consciously, brewing kombucha, & cannabis for a thriving microbiome! @Rebecca Zblewski - Helping midlife women manage diabetes with calm, steady rhythms through The R.A.D.I.A.N.C.E. Method™ — simple habits, clear understanding, real life. @Shellia Jackson - Hello I am new to Medical Courier me and my 3 kids is starting our very first business together excited🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

I’m celebrating my 400th Member Today! 7 months and 3 days! And many of my original members are still with me from the early days! I’m psyched because I’m finally making money my MRR is increasing and people are sticking around to learn film!

We have a new March Leaderboard WINNER 🙌 Give a big shoutout to @Lara Knutzen for crushing the leaderboard this month. What's the PRIZE? ‼️ Lara is already a premium member so I will be getting her access to my upcoming list of profitable book keywords so stay tuned. 💖📣 Big shoutout to the other high achievers on the leaderboard this month. @Gemma Coles @Jeff Baer @Sybil Hall @Rich Gomez I appreciate you all for showing up in this community and sharing things you learn along the way. By the way I am behind getting my April calendar updated but I will be hosting the Author Q&A call tonight for my premium members. Check that out on the calendar.