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Nissa Harlow's avatar

Lots of interesting information here, but I'm coming away feeling a bit disheartened. I started publishing in 2021 and now have 13 titles released, so I feel like I should be doing better by now.

Any tips on how to find our audience? I'm obviously not looking in the right place. Or maybe I'm simply writing in a genre that nobody wants anymore. I can barely give copies away!

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

First off, congrats on 13 titles! That’s NOT easy. As for how you’re feeling, we’ve all been there. Have you connected with authors in your niche? Because then you can work with peers and get some outside feedback. Not to mention the collaborative opportunities.

Honestly, I can only guess and can’t give you blanketed advice without better knowing what you’re working with and how much you’ve actively marketed and promoted your books.

Don’t lose heart. If you believe in your work, never give up on it.

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Self Publishing Empire (Craig)'s avatar

A fantastic read. I, like I'd assume many others, have been guilty of focusing on quantity and a race to the bottom in the past. From my learnings over the years though it is incredibly clear that quality is more important than ever than quantity when it comes to achieving real results on KDP over the long-term.

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Exactly! Thanks for weighing in. Craig.

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Author Unleashed / Robert Ryan's avatar

Nice post! People are worried about the changes, but really it's an opportunity to pull ahead of the competition if you understand what they're all about.

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Wait…Robert Ryan??? Huge fan of yours! I’ve recommended your books quite a bit over the past few years. Amazon Ads Unleashed was an excellent read!

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Author Unleashed / Robert Ryan's avatar

Cheers!

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Exactly! I appreciate the kudos. Make sure you take a look at the source article.

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Author Unleashed / Robert Ryan's avatar

It's quite the read :)

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Grant Walker Broadhurst's avatar

Most all of this sounds like good news to me. Thank you so much for the detailed report.

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Happy to help!

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Kyra McCusker's avatar

What an insightful read!! And super helpful - thank you so much!

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Happy to help! Be sure to read the source article. I covered most of the high points but not everything.

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Flavia Kennedy's avatar

Fantastic read! Don't miss out on these valuable lessons. The more you understand, the more you can take your book sales to the next level. Thank you, Dale and Joe.

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

Thanks, Flavia!

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Luna's avatar

This is sooooo helpful. Thank you!

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Dale L. Roberts's avatar

I’m happy to help!

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