Amazon Algorithm Secrets That Separate Bestsellers from the Slush Pile
Authors talk about “the algorithm” the way the little aliens in Toy Story talk about “the claw.” Does the algorithm randomly choose your book, or is someone else controlling the claw?In this week’s episode, you’ll discover what we know about how Amazon decides which books to show, and how to get your book in front of the readers most likely to love it.In this episode, you’ll learn:How Amazon “decides” which book recommendations to give shoppersWhich readers you should persuade to click Amazon’s “buy now” button, and which you should sell to yourselfHow Amazon’s algorithm is changing and tips to help you adapt your strategyIf your book is on Amazon, this episode is not optional listening. Poor optimization can quietly poison the recommendation engine against you. Listen in or read the blog version to keep your book in front of your Timothy.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
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The Shopify Trap: Why Authors Keep Losing Money
Lately, I’ve been getting swamped with emails from authors asking about Shopify. Many are losing money and wondering what went wrong and how to fix it.Here’s the truth most authors don’t want to hear: Shopify is usually a bad deal for most authors.In this week’s episode, you’ll learn✅ Why Shopify sounds so good but often backfires✅ The math behind why most authors lose money by using it✅ Better alternatives that save time, stress, and moneyShopify is lauded as an attractive option for authors, but for most, it becomes a drain for your time and money. Before you decide on an ecommerce platform, listen in or read the blog version and find out what actually works better for authors.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
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Stop Wasting Money on Ink: 2025 Printer Guide for Authors
Are you wasting money, time, and paper by using the wrong printer?Before you buy your next printer, make sure it has the features every author needs. The wrong setup can cost you hundreds of dollars a year or, worse, stop working altogether when your Wi-Fi service fails.In this week’s episode, you’ll learn:The critical printer features authors needHow to cut your paper use (and clutter) in halfHow to make your printer more reliable and easier to useThe subtle trap you must avoid when purchasing a home printerSave money, space, and sanity by getting the right printer. Read the blog version to get links to my recommendations, or listen to the podcast to make your next printer purchase a smart one.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
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How to publish your audiobook through ACX
Audiobooks have been the fastest-growing segment in publishing for a decade, and for many readers, an audiobook signals a real, human-written book. In fact, audiobook sales have recently outpaced ebook sales!Now is the time to get your book on audio. But where do you even begin?In this week’s episode, audiobook consultant Bryan Canter gives us an overview of the entire process of how ACX (Audiobook Creative Exchange) works and how to publish your book on audio without blowing your budget.You’ll learnWho should (or shouldn’t) narrate your bookHow much it’s likely to cost (it might be less than you think!)How to get started (and who can help you!)If you know you need an audiobook, listen in or read the blog version to learn the ACX basics, pick the right narrator, and avoid costly mistakes. Your future listeners are waiting. 🎧https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
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How to Build an Email List before publishing your novel
Many authors make the mistake of writing a book first and then trying to find readers. This is backwards and rarely works. However, if you follow these three steps, your book will be set up for success.Step #1: Identify your target reader.Step #2: Start growing an audience of readers like that person.Step #3: Launch your book.But how do you find your Timothy? How do you grow your audience? And how do you write the kind of book they'll love?In this week's episode, you'll hear from Josiah DeGraaf, a fantasy author and program director of the Young Writers Workshop, who did exactly that. He found his Timothy, added thousands of subscribers to his mailing list before publishing his first novel, and wrote the book his readers wanted. That strategy set him up for a wildly successful Kickstarter launch and a strong Amazon release.In this interview, you'll discoverHow to determine who your target reader isStrategies to get you from 0 subscribers to 1,000+How to write a book that your readers feel was written just for them.If you want to launch your book to an eager audience instead of crickets, listen in or read the blog version.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/Support the show
The longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books.
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