Learn how to sell your books directly to your readers
Are you an author ready to take control of your book sales and connect directly with your readers? This course will show you everything you need to know to start selling your books through your own online store.
What You'll Learn:
- The Pros and Cons of Selling Direct: Understand the benefits and potential challenges of selling your books without a middleman.
- Popular Storefront Platforms: Explore the top platforms authors use to create their own digital storefronts, including practical comparisons to help you choose the best one for your needs.
- Book Delivery Methods: Learn step-by-step how to handle book deliveries, whether you're selling eBooks, print books, or audiobooks, ensuring your readers receive their purchases seamlessly.
Bonus Materials:
- Store Setup Checklist: A detailed checklist to guide you through setting up your online store from start to finish.
- SEO and Keywords Essentials: Discover key strategies to make your store and books easily found by potential readers.
- Workshop Slides: Get access to the presentation slides for easy reference throughout your setup process.
By the end of this course, you will:
- Have a fully actionable plan to set up your online store today.
- Understand how to attract readers and increase book sales through direct marketing and SEO.
- Be equipped with all the resources and knowledge you need to confidently manage your own book sales.
Start building your own online bookstore and increase your profits today!
Course curriculum
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1Introduction
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2Workshop
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3File Downloads
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4Author Branding Kit
What workshop participants are saying
Wow! Thanks for all of these great resources. You've given us lots to explore! I'm excited about all the great possibilities out there for indie authors.
— Writers4kids
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and answering all our questions.
— Patricia R.
Thanks for the great class! I have taken extensive notes and I now have a LOT of information to pour over while wearing my business hat. Best wishes with sales, everyone!
— Laura F.
Thank you for an informative class! The checklist will be very helpful.
— Tracy K.
Whoohoo! So much info here already. Thank you!!!
— Sheryl K.
And this morning I figured out how to link my Paypal! I'm learning so much from this class!
— Cynthia O.
FAQs
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No, non-fiction authors can sell direct too. In fact they have many additional ways to sell and to market - which I've covered in the webinar.
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You can sell ebooks, softcover books, hardcover books, audio books and author swag products.
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The webinar doesn't include feedback on your existing store or store set up. However, if you would be interested in a consultation, please purchase the option that includes feedback.
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After your purchase you will have permanent access to the workshop.
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The workshop is approx. one hour and 40 minutes. However you can view it at your own pace.
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No. Simply click to view the workshop webinar recording as you would view any video online. No special software required.
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If you have rights to sell your books and are not exclusive to a retailer you can sell on their platforms as well as you own.