The nice part about some of the platforms like PublishDrive is that they will distribute the books to places you might not normally have thought of. Lots put their books on Ingram Spark so they can be in libraries. Smashwords is another popular spot, and there are lots of authors putting books on all kinds of platforms -- Radish, TikTok Shops, etc.

This is a continuing series, so you will see quite a bit more on this from Jenn.

Add the book you have just written to the list of books in the back of your book. If you only have one, then you don't have to worry until you have a second.

Hi, What other self pub sites are there besides KDP

Hi, I've been trying to sign up and the IBAN is OK but it wont accept my BIC number, so frustrating!

I know of UK and Aussie indie authors, so I looked some stuff up. Because now I'm wondering how they get paid. I did see this down in the KDP forum:

"Amazon will pay you royalties, in pounds, directly into your UK account. Unless you bank at Fred's Bank (I use this as a shorthand for something that isn't a real bank), your bank will have an international bank number. It should be on your statement, or you can ask them. Thousands of UK citizens get paid this way for their KDP sales. You can too. Good luck!"

It sounds like it would be worth an ask at your bank to see whether they have an international bank number that you can use in your Amazon paperwork.

I really hope you get this sorted out!

Where you based as I'm having trouble setting up an account from uk

Marketing is huge, and something I don't even touch on in any of my classes. I am not a good marketer. I really dislike having to do it. But it is a necessary beast for sure.

Yes, every genre has different expectations. Some work really well in the indie author world, so do not. That is why it is best to do your research about your genres ahead of time. that includes looking at what covers sell best in your market.

I'm sorry you went through this. But you are doing it right, print those books and find all your local conventions to sign and sell at. I make a lot of money at book signing, plus they are fun to do!! I am sure some day Amazon will work this out and you will. be able to be where you want to be!

There are plenty of indie authors who are making more than traditionally published authors. They know their audience, market well, and have grown their base. it can be done with hard work!