Can You Still Make Money on Kindle in 2022?
Selling eBooks on Amazon Kindle is a great way to make money. You can make up to 70% of the sale price on each eBook that you sell, and there are no fees to get started. Plus, Amazon Kindle makes it easy to reach a wide audience of potential buyers.
Create a book outline first.
The key to writing a great Kindle eBook is to start with an outline. There are many benefits of having a solid foundation for your book before you jump into writing it. The main benefit is that it will allow you to write your book much faster than if you didn't have an outline. A secondary benefit is that it will ensure your book has a coherent structure and a logical flow from idea to idea.
There are two ways to create an outline: the traditional way or using mind mapping software. The traditional way is to simply use pen and paper (or your computer's note-taking software) and start jotting down ideas for what you want in each chapter of your book, as well as any sub-sections within each chapter. This can work fine, but if there's something like mind mapping software that can make outlining easier and more effective, then why not use it?
Write your eBook and publish it on KDP.
As you're writing your book, you'll also want to do some preliminary keyword research. Keywords are terms that people might use to search for books on your topic. For example, if you were writing a book about mountain biking, people might type into Amazon's search bar "beginner mountain biking tips." That phrase is a collection of keywords: beginner, mountain and biking. You want your book title to incorporate these keywords because it will help more people find it in searches (more on this later).
Finally, make sure that you format the interior of your eBook correctly before uploading it to KDP. The KDP guidelines include specific requirements for the interior of eBooks; for example, all titles must have an active table of contents (meaning that readers can navigate from chapter to chapter using links within the document). It's important to familiarize yourself with the requirements before uploading or else Amazon won't accept your book.
Create a compelling book cover
To create a simple, compelling cover, use a free tool like Canva. Canva has a multitude of free stock images you can add to your book cover. A simple book cover is always better than an overly complex one. You want the title and subtitle to be clear and readable at any size—after all, people may be searching for your book on their phones.
Choose the right keywords for your book title.
The keywords you choose for your book should be related to the title, content, target audience, and genre. If you don't have a specific title in mind yet, it's a good idea to start with the keywords that best describe your book concept or subject matter. Then brainstorm possible titles from there.
Once you've figured out what words would likely appear alongside your book on a search results page, think about which of those keywords are most applicable to your title. (Note: Be sure to check the Amazon Best Seller List for books similar to yours as well as Amazon's own suggestions for how customers search for books like yours.)
Choose the best categories for your book.
One of the ways Amazon gets your book in front of people is through its product categories. You can choose up to three categories for your book by clicking on “Kindle eBooks” and then selecting “Kindle Store” from the dropdown menu. From there, you'll see a list of categories you can choose from.
You should get as specific as possible when assigning your Kindle eBook to a category: so instead of putting it into the Health, Fitness & Dieting category, choose something more specific like “Diabetes” or “Gluten-Free Diets”. The more specific you get, the more visible (and attractive) your book will be to potential buyers.
Decide on the best price for your book.
The price of your book has a big impact on sales, so it's important to get it right. But the best price for your book isn't always the same—here are some things to consider:
- The higher you price your book, the more you'll make per sale.
- You're likely to sell more copies if your book is priced lower.
- If you're looking for a quick bump in sales, try a price promotion. You can change the price of your book at any time (even while a promotion is running).
Use social media to promote your books.
Using social media is one of the best ways to promote your eBooks on Amazon. You can use platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to reach a wide audience with minimal effort. Here are a few things you can do:
- Think about using paid ads as well as organic posts
- Join Facebook groups that allow authors or publishers to post their books and share them there
There are so many different ways to promote your books on social media—these are just a few simple ideas for getting started. The trick is finding what works for you!
Conclusion
Selling eBooks on Amazon Kindle can be a great way to make money—if you know how to market your book effectively. By following the tips in this article, you'll be well on your way to success.
