Why Readers Are Scrolling Past Your Book
A reader-first guide for indie authors
This is an explanation, not a checklist or tutorial.
Your book isn’t invisible.
It’s unclear.
This free resource explains why readers are scrolling past your book before they ever read the blurb — and why your cover is often the reason, even when your writing is strong.
This is not a checklist and it’s not a design tutorial.
It’s a clear, reader-behavior breakdown that helps you understand what your cover is actually communicating — and why that matters anywhere your book competes for attention.
Inside this free guide, you’ll learn:
- How readers make split-second decisions while scrolling
- Why “pretty” covers still get ignored
- What genre signals readers expect to see instantly
- How mood, contrast, and typography affect trust
- Why professional presentation matters on sites like Indie Book Hub, Amazon, and beyond
You’ll also see a side-by-side real-world example breaking down:
- Why one cover gets scrolled past
- Why another feels market-ready — before the blurb is ever read
No homework.
No jargon.
No pressure.
Just clarity.
This resource is for you if:
- Your book isn’t getting clicks and you don’t know why
- You’ve been told your cover “looks fine” but sales say otherwise
- You want to understand reader expectations before spending more money
- You plan to feature your book on Indie Book Hub or other genre-based platforms