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26 contributions to Lessons in Self Publishing
Mar 26 •
Pre-release or not?
Just curious how you guys do it when self-publishing on KDP. Do you upload when ready and release immediately? Or, do you schedule your release? If scheduling, how long do you schedule it for? A month? Two months etc?
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@Danielle Marietta Honestly, this is really solid advice. A lot of authors rush the release stage, but having a physical proof in hand can save you from costly mistakes and bad reader impressions later I also like your point about building momentum before launch that’s exactly why having your own website and email list helps so much. It gives you a professional place to prepare readers, organize your launch and keep that audience connected long after release day
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@Andrea Maxwell Yes, Amazon lets you order an author proof copy before publishing and I’d highly recommend it Seeing the physical book in your hands helps you catch formatting, cover or print issues that might not show up on a screen It’s also a good reminder that having your own website is valuable too it gives readers a professional place to find your books, join your email list, and stay connected long after your book goes live
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Most authors don’t struggle with writing, they struggle with direction.
When I first started my journey in the digital space, I assumed success was just about working harder and learning everything on my own. But I quickly realized the real challenge wasn’t effort; it was knowing what actually matters and what to focus on at each stage. What changed things for me was getting the right guidance at the right time. It helped me avoid unnecessary mistakes, simplify my process, and actually start seeing progress instead of just staying busy. That’s why communities like Lessons in Self Publishing are valuable, because growth becomes faster when people openly share what they’re learning and what they’re struggling with. So I’d like to open it up: What stage are you currently at in your self-publishing journey, writing, publishing, or promoting? And what’s the one area you feel you need the most help with right now? It could be writing structure, getting visibility, publishing steps, or even staying consistent. Don’t hesitate to share your struggles here; often, the right answer comes from someone who has already been through it. Drop your thoughts below
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@Jessica Willow Honestly, that foundation changes everything long term. A professional website gives authors one central place to build trust, grow an email list, showcase their books properly and stay connected with readers without depending completely on algorithms or third party platforms Right now, I’m mostly focused on helping authors create that kind of clean, professional online presence that actually supports their growth and brand over time
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@Jessica Willow Honestly, SEO is one of the most underrated long term assets for any business or author brand. When your website is structured properly it keeps bringing in visibility and traffic even when you’re not actively posting every day Right now, I’m mainly focused on helping creators build clean, optimized websites that not only look professional but also help them rank better, grow their audience and turn visitors into long term clients or readers
May 19 •
My goodness
Trying to keep everyone alerted to scams, I am now replying to scammers with actual company emails so they realize I’m not gullible.
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Honestly, scammers target authors and creators a lot because many are trying to grow quickly and are looking for support or visibility The best protection is having a professional setup, verifying people properly and not relying on random messages or too good to be true offers
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@Rebecca Phillips Exactly, At the end of the day, the biggest advantage is building something you truly own your website, your audience and your reader connection. That foundation keeps working for you long after a social post disappears or an algorithm changes
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Apr 1 •
Looking for a New Amazon KDP Keyword Research Tool 👀📚
I currently use Publisher Rocket for my Amazon KDP keyword research, but someone recommended another tool the other day and now I can't find the post. Typical 😅 What keyword research tools are you using right now for KDP?Anything better than Publisher Rocket? Would love to test a few new ones.
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@Jordan H Honestly, Publisher Rocket is still one of the better tools for KDP, especially for beginners, but I’ve seen more authors combining it with tools like Helium 10, KDSpy and even Amazon’s own search suggestions to spot reader trends faster A lot of authors also underestimate how important their own website SEO can be too. Ranking your author site and building an email list gives you another long-term traffic source outside of Amazon alone
Mar 10 •
📚 Authors — Quick Question
Many great books don’t struggle because the writing is bad… They struggle because readers never discover them. Publishing the book is one step. Getting the right readers to see it is another. For authors here: 👉 What has been your biggest challenge after publishing your book? • Getting readers • Marketing the book • Getting reviews After publishing your book, what has been the biggest challenge for you?
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@Suzanne Smith Honestly, that actually sounds like a creative mind overflowing with ideas alot of authors have unfinished projects because inspiration moves faster than structure sometimes This is also where having your own website can really help it gives you one organized home for all your books, ideas, updates and brand so readers can follow your journey instead of those projects staying hidden away
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@Dan O'Riordan Honestly, a lot of authors reach this stage. Writing the books is one challenge, but marketing, visibility, reviews and building an audience can feel like a full time job on its own That’s why having your own website helps so much it gives readers one professional place to discover your books, learn your story, join your email list and stay connected instead of everything depending only on Amazon algorithms or social media
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