More On The Amazon Kindle
By now, everyone on the planet has heard of the Amazon Kindle eReader. But, because of the high price, fewer have actually dug into one, or explored the features of the latest version. That's all going to change thanks to Amazon's $139 price for the Wi-Fi only version ($189 for the Wi-Fi+3G). Add in a bevy of improved attributes and this is one smokin' eReader.
The previous generation was already light and portable. The latest version is even more so. Amazon has reduced the border width around the 6" screen and made the Kindle weigh in at a featherweight 8.7 ounces. Compare that to the Nook's 11.6 ounces or the iPad's 1.5 lbs.
That screen offers 50% better contrast from the prior model, already very good thanks to its new Pearl E-Ink technology. Reading in all light conditions is also no problem. True, most people won't have the happy opportunity to read a lot on the beach or a cruise ship. But add in outdoor parks and benches in the city during lunch, on campus, and elsewhere, and the occasions do add up.
One of the most attractive features for avid readers is, of course, the over 700,000 titles available from Amazon in Kindle format with new ones being added all the time. Naturally, that number is inflated by the large percentage that are of interest to only a few, but it does include almost all the best sellers. Over 550,000 of that huge array are under $10. One can also read many popular newspapers and magazines, like the New York Times and Time magazine.
The Whisper Sync application and the improved features make reading them all the more pleasurable. Whisper Sync keeps all your Kindle purchases available on every Kindle-app-capable device - your Mac or PC, an iPad, and the Kindle reader itself. And, every book you open is magically 'tracked' so that if you are in a certain location in Chapter 5 on one device and stop reading, you can start right there on the same device or another. That works even if you are actively reading several different books, too.
The Kindle sips power so intelligently you'll only rarely recharge, even if you use it every day. Once a month is good for most people, if they keep the Wi-Fi turned off. That's very handy for those who read a lot of books and often. And, with 4 GB of storage it will hold about 3,500 books simultaneously.
It may seem unfortunate that the storage can't be expanded, but even few avid readers have personal libraries as large as that. By the time most have filled it up, they'll be ready to trade up to a newer version, which undoubtedly will hold more.
The reading experience will be delightful, too, thanks to very well thought out Page Back and Forward Buttons (the latter, used more often, is larger, for example), as well as a well-placed Home, Power (a multiple function slider), and others. Turning those pages on the new version is often faster than your fingers can operate a physical paperback, too. Nice.
There is a primitive browser onboard, useful for quick look ups on the web. Not something that will give Apple any sleepless nights, especially with the strictly black and white screen, but usable. The text-to-speech feature will be useful for some and sounds reasonably natural. It also displays PDFs (adequately) and houses a pleasant, if not spectacular, MP3 player.
All in all, at this price point - and with much improved features (over ones that were already quite good) - the Amazon Kindle is going to sell well for some time to come, tablet computers or no tablets.
What’s So Great About The Amazon Kindle DX?
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The Amazon Kindle DX is more than just a larger version of the Amazon Kindle. True, the screen size is 9.7 inches, in contrast to its little brother's quite usable six. But there's more to this mighty eReader than a little extra real estate.
That 9.7 inch screen exactly matches that of the iPad, making these two units somewhat competitors. Only "somewhat" because the iPad is a multipurpose computing device though not up to the level of a laptop and not a dedicated eReader. Still, they're similar enough to warrant some additional comparisons and contrasts.
The Kindle DX weighs a relatively modest 18.9 ounces (16 oz = 1 lb), as opposed to the iPad's heftier 1.5 lbs (24 oz; 1.6 lbs for the 3G model). Neither is as heavy as any but the thinnest laptop but both are heavy enough to present some wrist strain if not handled a certain way.
Because of the size, that certain way can be a bit dicey to find. Still, both offer optional covers that can be used to create a nice prop. Both can be turned to landscape mode for easy reading of two pages at a glance, and both offer a locking mechanism to keep the orientation from shifting at unwanted times.
The battery life on the Kindle DX far exceeds the iPad, though. The DX can last a week under normal usage, four days with the Wi-Fi always on. The iPad lasts about 10 hours. Of course, the latter has a much wider range of applications, and a color screen.
Among the applications on the DX is a usable, though wimpy, browser and the screen is black and white. You won't to do much surfing with it, but it's certainly good enough to allow for quick look up of material. It's also handy for purchasing books, magazine subscriptions, and even goodies from Amazon and other sites.
Despite the black-and-white only display, one of the reasons the DX is so readable is the 1200 x 824 pixel resolution (at 150 ppi), E-Ink display. It really does offer super-crisp text, thanks in part to the 50% improvement in contrast over the previous model. You can tell the difference between it and paper, but you won't mind the difference in the least, no matter how much you read or where.
That "or where" is important because you can take your Kindle DX to the beach, on a cruise, across campus, to the park at lunch during your work day, or anywhere. There is some minor reflection in situations where the light source is very bright and very close, but it's usable almost anywhere, anytime.
Like its smaller brother, the Kindle DX offers Whisper Sync, which lets you synchronize your reading in very handy ways. Read a book, stop at a location (the Kindle doesn't use page numbers), and close it or shut off your Kindle. Pick up reading the same book, another one, or even that same one on another device, and you can still start at the same location on the first book.
For those who simply must have a multimedia experience, the DX does provide an MP3 player, though it won't likely replace your iPod anytime soon. Listening to music is certainly pleasant, though, especially when you use headphones rather than the built-in speakers.
All in all, for those looking for a dedicated eReader with superb features (great screen, annotation, bookmarks, footnotes, location searching, and more), the Amazon Kindle DX remains at the top of the heap.
Using Amazons Digital Text Platform
Amazon’s digital text platform, also known as DTP, may not mean much to you. It may be just another application you don’t need. Stop right now! Don’t think this way. As an e-book author, Amazon’s digital text platform is not just an application, but a moneymaking tool. It allows you to covert your e-books into digital text format. What is so special about this format? It makes your e-book compatible with the popular Amazon Kindle. In fact, when finished, your e-book is sold in the Amazon Kindle Book Store!
You can visit the Amazon DTP two ways. The easiest is by visiting DigitalTextPlatform.com. Access is also possible through Amazon.com. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the “Self-Publish with Us,” link. Choose the Amazon Kindle. In fact, while on this page, examine Amazon’s other self-publishing options.
Amazon owns and operates this website. All Amazon accounts will work. If you do not have an Amazon account, create a free one. All users need to visit the “My Account,” section on the dashboard. Make sure your information is up-to-date and accurate. They need a way to contact you and pay you when a sale is made.
To start the publishing process, select “My Self,” from the dashboard headings. Then, click to add a new item. A new box will appear. This is step one of three. Enter in product details. An ISBN number is requested, but not required. A description of your book is optional too, but this is a must. Reader will not buy a book based on its cover and title alone. Write a short, but detailed description. Highlight the steps covered in the how-to guide or summarize the storyline in the horror book.
Also in the product description box is a heading for category and search keywords. These steps too are optional, but important. Choose the right category for your book. Don’t list a creative horror book in with the romance novels and so forth. As for keywords, be accurate. Describe the book in short words or phrases. Does the e-book show people how to save money? Save money on groceries, save on groceries, how to save money, and ways to save money are great keyword search phrases.
Once the product details are complete, save the page and the move onto the next. This page is titled “Upload and Preview Book.” A box will appear asking for the media location. Browse your computer to find the file. HTML files are recommended, but documents ending in .txt, .pdf, and .doc are acceptable. After finding the proper document, upload. The process will begin. The file is not only uploaded, but converted into digital text too. For that reason, this process can take time. File size and internet connection impacts upload times.
The second half of this step is previewing your document. Most files will convert without complications, but they do occur. In most cases, they are formatting issues, such as missing paragraph breaks. Scan your document. Make necessary changes before saving the page and moving onto the next.
The final step in this process is to set your selling price. Prices can be .99 cents to $200. According to Amazon’s Terms and Conditions, you receive 35% in royalties from each sale. You are paid after your royalties total $10. Don’t overprice your book, as it will limit sales. Don’t under price, as it will impact your profits. Save your price and move onto the next step, this is to publish. Within 24 hours, your digital text book will be available for sale on Amazon.com.
Amazon Kindle Vs eBooks
If you are a web content writer who wants to increase your earnings, you may move up to the next level. For most, this is e-books. Although you can write e-books for hire, you can also write and sell your own. In fact, you have many options when doing so. You can leave your e-Book as is or use the Amazon digital text platform to transform your e-book into an Amazon Kindle book. Which option is best? Both!
If you want to make money selling an e-book you composed, it is important to understand your targeted market. Unfortunately, it is still relatively small. E-books are increasing in popularity, but some people don’t want to read a book on a computer. Many still want to feel the pages or literally cuddle with a blanket and a good book. For that reason, you need to target as many potential buyers as possible. That is why you should not only sell your e-book as it, but also convert it to a digital text Amazon Kindle book.
Most writers utilize Microsoft Word. Its spell check and grammar check programs make it easy to catch errors. After composing your e-book, proofread it. This is the most important step. Bad books get negative press and bad reviews. If you want to profit as an e-book author you need a quality book and one that isn’t riddled with errors.
After composing your e-book and proofreading, you want to get started with the Kindle Book transformation. You should do this first, as it is very easy. Visit Amaozon.com. Create a free account if you don’t have one. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the “Self-Publish with Us,” link. On that page, choose the Amazon Kindle. You may need to log into your account again. You should be brought to the dashboard.
Once at your dashboard for the Amazon digital text platform, choose the feature that allows you to add a new item. From there, follow the directions. This begins with entering in product details. Summarize your e-book in the product description, enter in your tile and your name as the author. The next step is the conversion. Upload your Microsoft Word document and Amazon will convert it to digital text. Proofread and preview. The final step is setting your price. Once done, click “Publish,” and your book will be uploaded to the Amazon Kindle Store in about 24 hours.
The Amazon Kindle is a handheld electronic device. It weighs 10.3 ounces and simplifies the reading of an e-book. Owners can browse, preview, purchase, and download books from the Kindle Store without any wires or computer. On average, most e-books sell for $9.99. Amazon pays you a 35% royalty fee for each sale. Although small, you can still make a profit. It is because you are targeting a specific group of customers, Kindle owners.
Targeting Amazon Kindle owners gives you an advantage, but it also hurts your profits. Kindles are popular, but not everyone owns them. They cost almost $400 and Amazon has a hard time keeping up with requests. So, don’t just rely on the Kindle the make money from your e-book. Create an account with Adobe Create a PDF or use a free PDF converter online. You should covert your Microsoft Word document to a PDF file. Not all internet users have Microsoft Word, but all have an Adobe PDF reader.
As for the sale of your book, you have many options. You can create a sales page. Post a picture of your e-book cover, summarize the book, post reviews, state the selling price, and accept PayPal. Market your e-book sales page through article directories, message boards, press releases, and sales. By handling the sale of your own e-book, you generate the largest income. You don’t have to share profits with anyone else. However, if you are limited on time or find the process overwhelming, turn to a third-party marketplace or self-publishing company, such as Lulu.com.
In short, it is easy to profit from a well-written and interesting e-book. Don’t make the mistake of limiting your income potential.
Top Selling Amazon Kindle Books
If you are an author interested in composing an e-book for the Amazon Kindle Store, you may wonder what you should write about. What topics generate the most interest for how-to books? What is best for non-fiction? Continue reading on to find out.
The information below was complied in December 2008. Although best selling books do change, it is easy to spot a trend. If you want to write and sell digital books for the Amazon Kindle, these trends can help you get started.
In November 2008, The Twilight was released in theatres. This movie, based on a book, was not only a bestseller in print, but for the Amazon Kindle and on the big screen. This book and the movie that followed is geared towards teens and young adults. This is not the first time a book has led to a movie or one as popular. Harry Potter comes to mind for most.
Although it will be rare for your first book to become a bestseller and get movie rights, don’t think it is out of the question. Instead, aim for it. If you want to express your creativity and cater to the teen and young adult market, read these books and watch these movies. What are they doing right? Take it and create your own unique storyline.
Another best seller in the Amazon Kindle Store is “Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution and How It Can Renew America.” As for this book’s popularity, it came at the right time. The past few years have brought about global warming concerns and the impact it will have on the future. There is much controversy surrounding global warming and people want to know more about it. Not only that, people want to know what they can do to protect the future for future generations.
Composing a book on global warming is not something the average writer can do. It takes a lot of research. If you are looking for a quick way to make money on Amazon.com, instead opt for a how-to book. It is easy to research and compose a list of steps Americans can take to lessen the impact of global warming and save money. List tips and further describe them in detail.
Another best seller in the Amazon Kindle Store is “The Christmas Sweater,” by Glenn Beck. There are three reasons why this book is popular and in demand. At the time of this article, it was December; the time that most Americans want to get into the holiday spirit. Secondly, this book has a strong message about family that tugs at the heart. Thirdly, Glenn Beck, a popular television host on CNN Headline News, wrote this book.
Composing a book of this magnitude isn’t hard. Yes, the author’s celebrity status did have to do with the book’s popularity, but it goes beyond that. Readers were captivated by the story. It’s an amazing, yet heart wrenching tale. In fact, it left many readers reflecting on their own personal life. A book like this is easy to create. Whether it be fiction or non-fiction, look inside yourself and choose a meaningful heartwarming memory or even one that stems from tragedy and build a story around it.
A number of best selling books in the Amazon Kindle Store have an economy theme. In present time, the economy is a huge problem. Millions of Americans are losing their jobs or experiencing cutbacks, many are losing their homes and their retirement savings. Although experts claim the economy will bounce back in under two years, Americans are concerned. That is why books like “Crash Proof: How to Profit from the Coming Economic Collapse,” and “The Ascent of Money,” are popular.
Composing a book on the economy is ideal if you can get started right away. Regardless of when you write an Amazon Kindle book, whether it be now or two years later, closely examine issues that are impacting Americans. How-to books will always be in demand.
In short, there are hundreds of thousands of books available through the Amazon Kindle Store. Your book will be one of many. To make it stand out, you should have a professional cover, detailed product descriptions, and a good selling price. In terms of subject, you can make more money with a unique subject or story, but don’t go out of your way to create one. Writers perform the best when they write from the heart.
Pricing Your Amazon Kindle Book
Are you an author who wants to publish an e-book on Amazon Kindle? The process is very easy. Once you write and proofread your e-book, visit the Amazon digital text platform. From your dashboard, write your product details, upload and covert your document to digital text, set your selling price, and publish. In around 24 hours, your e-book will be for sale on the Amazon Kindle Store.
Writing e-books for the Amazon Kindle Store is a relatively easy way for authors to make money. If you have experience composing articles or e-books, it will be easy to write your book. In fact, you can take a previous book you wrote and sell it on Amazon.com. This is as long as your retain the rights.
Although the Amazon Kindle Store is a relatively easy way to profit from your talent, there are no guarantees. Just because a book is available for sale, it does not mean it will sell. Of course, it is important to have a good book and a catchy cover, but the sale price goes a long way. Unfortunately, many first-time Kindle authors make a costly mistake. That mistake is charging too much for their e-book. So, how much should you charge for yours? It depends, as there are a number of factors to consider.
Print. Amazon allows you to upload and covert print books. If you wrote and self-published a book, you have 100% rights to the title. You can visit the digital text platform and easily convert your documents. If you do not have the original document, scan each page of the book. If you take this approach, review your current or former pricing. Amazon asks that print books receive fair market value rates. For example, if you sell the print version of your book for $14.99, you shouldn’t charge $19.99 for it on Amazon.com.
Length. E-Books come in a number of different lengths. Most fiction and non-fiction novels are at least 200 pages. On the other hand, how-to guides can be as few as 50 pages. The length of your e-book should have an impact on your price. The shorter the book, the less you should charge. For example, a good selling price for a how-to book on doing your part to combat global warming that is 50 pages long is $5.99.
The competition. Whether you compose a how-to book or a novel for the Amazon Kindle Store, scout the competition. Find your genre in their store or search for books with similar titles. What is the average selling price? You don’t need to undersell, but opt for a price that is inline with the competition.
Your targeted market. For the most part, consumers are likely to pay more for novels. If writing a how-to guide consider your targeted market and how much they can afford to pay. For example, a how-to book on saving money at the grocery store is designed for those looking to reduce costs and increase their savings. These individuals do not want to pay a lot for a book. After all, they are trying to save money.
Your royalties. Amazon.com gives each Kindle Book author a 35% royalty fee for each book sold. Yes, this does not seem like a lot. But, since you are selling your book on a popular website and targeting a specific market, you should make some sales. Just make sure your selling price does enable you to make a profit.
In short, selling an e-book formatted in digital text is a great way to make money as an author. However, you need to proceed with caution when setting your selling price. Aim too high and you may not get any sales. Aim too low and you won’t make much.
How The Kindle Affects Writers
Are you an author who wants to increase your earning and try new avenues of making money? If so, you may turn to Amazon.com and their self-publishing feature for the Amazon Kindle. Writing an e-book for the Amazon Kindle platform is a great way to make money from home, but you may be wondering if it is worth the time.
Of course, any moneymaking opportunity has its risks. You can invest a lot of time and effort into writing a book, only to see little or no sales. This is always a risk, but that risk is minimized with the Amazon Kindle. Why? Because it is a popular device. Over a year after is release, the Amazon Kindle was still on backorder. This device is so popular that the manufacturers are having a difficult time keeping it in stock. This is a good sign. It means there is a good market for digital text e-books like yours.
So, how exactly does the Amazon Kindle’s popularity effect you as an author?
The Amazon Kindle is portable. Most users hold the device with two hands, but it is small enough that only one hand is needed. One of the reasons why e-books have a limited market is because some readers still want to curl up with a blanket and a good book. The Amazon Kindle now allows them to do so. In that aspect, the Kindle expands the market for e-books and your earnings potential.
The Amazon Kindle is lightweight. This electronic book reading device weighs in at 10.3 ounces. This is less than most paperback novels! Also, the Amazon Kindle stores hundreds of books and an additional storage card is available. Owners are likely to buy more e-books because they have nothing to lose by doing so. It isn’t like going to the library or bookstore and walking out with 20 books, no extra weight is added to the Amazon Kindle since it is an electronic device.
The Amazon Kindle is equipped with Whispernet. This uses Sprint’s EVDO data network. Users do not need to connect the Kindle to their computer with USB cables. In fact, they can browse the Amazon Kindle store and make a purchase from just about anywhere. As an author, this works to your advantage, as you will get buyers who make a purchase on a whim. If a Kindle owner’s employer is laying off workers, they may automatically search the Kindle Store to find how-to books of saving money, finding a new job, or writing a resume. If you have a book on these topics, you may make a sale.
The Amazon Kindle has adjustable text size. This means that individuals of all ages, including the elderly, can easily use it. This lets you target a completely new market! Those with disabilities or poor eyesight don’t have to struggle to readjust the size of PDF e-book on the computer. In fact, many just avoid e-books. The Amazon Kindle automatically adjusts the entire text with ease and the click of a button.
As you can see, the Amazon Kindle has a number of benefits and features that make it unique. As an author who wants to write books for the Kindle, this is good news. As long as the Amazon Kindle is popular, compatible books will always be in demand.
Marketing Your Kindle Book
If you are an author or an article writer who would like to expand your horizons, head on over to Amazon.com. Once there, you will see a number of self-publishing options, including for Amazon Kindle books. If you enjoy writing, this opportunity can not only be fun, but a moneymaker.
As nice as it is to hear that you can self-publish books for the Amazon Kindle, you may want more information. The Amazon Kindle is a portable, handheld e-book reader. It is equipped with Whispernet, which enables all users to browse or search the Amazon Kindle bookstore. Owners then purchase the book of their choice and it automatically downloads to their device, even on the road.
So, why should you write self-published books for the Amazon Kindle platform? Because you can make money. After writing your product details and uploading your files for digital text conversion, you set your own selling price. Since Amazon handles the sale, they pay you 35% in royalties for each sale, as outlined in their Terms and Conditions. Unlike many other moneymaking opportunities, no investment is needed. It is free to list a digital text e-book on the Amazon website.
Another reason why you should try to profit from the writing and sale of an Amazon Kindle e-book is because the devices are popular. As previously stated, owners can download books on the go. No cables are needed. And, since the Kindle weighs less than most paperback books, it is a hit! In fact, Amazon is finding it difficult to keep these devices in stock. This goes to show how popular the Amazon Kindle is and how there is a great potential to profit from it.
As you likely already know, Amazon is a popular online marketplace. Internet users and retailers are able to buy and sell goods through the website. Since Amazon is already a well-established website, this works to your advantage. Kindle owners browse or search the store for books they like. Essentially, Amazon not only handles the sale of the book, but they market it on their website. Since it is a popular website, you should get a number of page views and sales.
Even though Amazon is already a well-established website, you should still market your books. By taking a few simple steps, you generate interest. Interest is what leads to more sales. Yes, you will make money by just letting your Amazon Kindle book sit for sale on the website, but why not take additional steps to increase your profits? As previously stated, you have a number of options and they are very easy.
Online message boards. If you enjoy writing for pay or just as a hobby, you may belong to a number of online communities or message boards. Use this to your advantage. Most have a buy, sell, or trade section. Create a post stating you created a new book for the Amazon Kindle and post a link to your sales page. Many message board communities also allow signatures. These are messages and links that appear at the bottom of each post. Write the title of your book and make it a clickable link leading to your sales page.
Article directories. Article directories are websites that are content and user driver. Authors write articles and place a link at the bottom of the article. For example, if you are selling a how-to book on running a daycare, write an article about doing so. Offer tips for daycare providers. At the bottom of your article, write something like “In short, running a daycare for profit is an easy and fulfilling way to make money from home.” Make the phrase “running a daycare for profit,” a clickable link leading to your Amazon sales page.
Sales page. Speaking of a sales page, create your own. Take the description you provided Amazon with and transfer it to a new website or blog. Highlight the selling price and provide a link to your sales page.
In short, self-publishing an e-book for the Amazon Kindle platform is an easy and fun way to make money from home. Due to Amazon’s popularity, you should make money, but implement a few marketing strategies on your own and you can increase your profits.
About The Amazon Kindle
Are you an author who is interested in writing e-books for the Amazon Kindle platform? If so, you may rethink your decision many times before getting started. You may wonder if writing e-books for the Amazon Kindle is worth the time. So is it? It depends.
As with any other moneymaking opportunity, writing digital text e-books for the Amazon Kindle has its risks. You can write an e-book, convert it to digital text on the Amazon.com website, and list your book for sale, but you aren’t guaranteed sales. A good cover, a detailed description, a good book, and a fair selling price can increase your chance of profits. But, it is important to look at the popularity of the Amazon Kindle. Over a year after its release, it is still a hit. As long as people buy and use the Kindle, you can make money.
As previously stated, the Amazon Kindle is a popular e-book reading device. Why is that?
It is portable. The Amazon Kindle pushes e-books to the next level. Before, users could not escape their computers to read a digital book. Even those with laptops were at a disadvantage, because they couldn’t curl up with a good book without a bulky laptop in the way. The Amazon Kindle provides users with freedom.
It’s weight. The Amazon Kindle weighs 10.3 ounces. This is less than most paperback books and all hardcover novels. As previously stated, it caters to those who want to curl up with a blanket and a good book. They can actually do so because the device is so light!
It is durable. With portable devices, durability is vital. Those who use these devices on the go, like the Amazon Kindle, are more likely to drop or damage it. The good news is that a traditional drop shouldn’t damage the Amazon Kindle. In fact, visit Amazon.com and they have a drop test video for you to watch with your own eyes!
It is easy to clean. Unfortunately, many consumers do not consider cleaning ease when buying electronics. Not only do some readers like to curl up with a blanket and a good book, but a snack too. Visit Amazon.com and browse the reviews. Many users mention spilling a small amount of liquid or dumping crumbs on the device, but they are all easy to clean. This helps to extend the life and use of the Amazon Kindle.
It is wireless. The Amazon Kindle is equipped with Whispernet. It uses Sprint’s data network to connect users to the Amazon Kindle Store on the go. So, not only can owners purchase an e-book at the drop of the hat, they can do so without a computer and connecting cables. This sets the Amazon Kindle apart from its only viable competition, the Sony Reader.
In conclusion, there are many reasons why the Amazon Kindle is not only a popular e-book reader, but a hit. As a writer, you can and should use this popularity to your advantage. Write an e-book, register for a free Amazon.com account, visit the digital text platform, enter in your product description, covert your e-book to digital text, set your selling price, and publish. Within 24 hours, your book should be listed for sale on Amazon.com. According to their Terms and Conditions, you get 35% royalties from each sale.
Amazon Kindle Vs Ebooks On Lulu
So, you wrote an e-book! Great, now what do you do with it? As an author who focuses on the web, instead of print, you have many options. Two popular e-book selling options include converting an e-book into a digital text Amazon Kindle Book to sell on Amazon.com and selling your e-book on Lulu.com. So, which approach should you take? Both.
You are encouraged to list your self-publish book for sale on Lulu.com and the Amazon Kindle Store. The more places you sell your e-book, the better. You reach a larger market and increase your earnings. But, which should you do first? Which website should you market the most? Which marketplace gives you the biggest profits? Continue reading on to find out.
In terms of ease, it is easy to list an e-book for sale on both websites. For Lulu.com, you create a free account and login. Then, start a new publishing project. Choose the project type, which would be an e-book in digital media format. Describe the e-book. Provide a summary. This is what buyers see so make sure it is informative and captivating. Next, upload the e-book and cover. Finally, set your selling price and review the listing.
As for selling an e-book on the Amazon Kindle Store, visit Amazon.com. Create a free account. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the link titled “Self-Publish with Us.” On the next page, choose Amazon Kindle. You will be brought to the digital text platform. For e-books to be readable on the portable Amazon Kindle, they must be in digital text format. When you upload the document, it will automatically convert. To get started, enter your description, upload and preview your e-book, and set the selling price.
Since it is easy to list an e-book for sale on both websites, you can choose either option first. It does not matter. The entire process should take you less than one hour for each site. In fact, spend a day and do one right after the other. This way you have your e-book listed for sale right away on two different websites.
In terms of marketing, it isn’t required. Both Amazon.com and Lulu.com are popular and well-marketed websites. Even still, you should market your for sale e-books. You can do so with a catchy sales page, links to your for sale pages, message boards and more. Market both websites, but spend the most time doing so with Lulu.com. On this website, you retain more of your profits, meaning you have the potential to make more money.
The Amazon Kindle, as previously stated, is a popular portable e-book reader. It is a hit, but not everyone owns one. For that reason, you only have a small buying market. Don’t forget to market your Amazon Kindle Book, but don’t leave your PDF e-book on Lulu.com sit without any sales. Since buyers can purchase e-books on this website without a special device, all they need is a computer, your chances of making money are better.
In short, if you want to sell an e-book, maximize your profits by using different selling methods. These include Lulu.com and the Amazon Kindle Store. Don’t discount other avenues of selling, including from your own sales page or blog, but these two self-publishing programs come highly rated and recommended.
