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KB's SelfPubEmpire

By: Kevin Brandt
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  • Tired of podcasts that are too high level and don’t provide anything actionable to help you, the author, writer or creator? The SelfPubEmpire podcast is about writing, being an author, business, entrepreneurship, creators and marketing where I share my experience with self-publishing online. I discuss the business side and creative side of making money online. I am passionate about the creative process, business, social media and experimenting with marketing plans. This podcast can help you run your online creations as a real business and help you go from "Posts to Profit!"
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Episodes
  • 018: Connect To Your Fans with Author Central on Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
    May 27 2024

    Don’t have a website? Your KDP author central page can serve as your professional front in the vast Amazon marketplace. According to Kindlepreneur.com, authors who actively update and maintain their author pages have seen an increase in both book visibility and sales. This isn't just about putting a face to a name; it’s about creating an inviting space for readers to learn more about you and your work.

    - Author Central on KDP can replace a personal website for authors.

    - Active page maintenance increases book visibility and sales.

    - Essential content for Author Central: Biography, Photo, Book List, Sales Rank/Reviews, Book Recommendations.

    - Recent updates have removed author photos/videos, blog feeds, and editorial reviews.

    - It is very important to have customer reviews and authentic content.

    - I encourage you to use Author Central for marketing and connecting with readers.

    https://selfpubempire.com/free


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    28 mins
  • 017: Exploring the LitRPG Book Genre
    May 20 2024

    📚✨ Dive into the captivating world of LitRPG and embark on an epic adventure where pages come to life with levels, stats, and quest lines! 🎮💫 Join the journey today and level up your reading experience! #LitRPG #Authors

    Today we’re talking about the book genre called Literary Role-Playing Games or LitRPG. In this genre you delve into a realm where every turn of the page immerses you deeper into a world governed by levels, stats, and quest lines. It’s a genre that blends traditional storytelling with the mechanics of role-playing games, offering readers an experience like playing a game while engaging with a narrative.

    - LitRPG combines traditional storytelling with game elements like stats and quest lines.

    - The genre gained popularity internationally in the 2010s, rooted in speculative fiction.

    - LitRPG genre's growth fueled by self-publishing, particularly on platforms like Amazon and KDP.

    - Goodreads and Amazon show increasing interest and releases in the LitRPG genre.

    - LitRPG's appeal lies in its versatility to blend various genres with game mechanics.

    - Authors interested in the genre can research on Amazon, join LitRPG Facebook groups, and explore Royal Road for fan fiction.

    - The genre offers marketing opportunities through online platforms and direct engagement with fans.

    Top 100 LitRPG on Amazon

    Royal Road

    Check out AF Kay’s books of LitRPG on Amazon!

    Check out my FREE Guide to Getting Started with KDP!

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    20 mins
  • 016: Top 5 Tips from Think and Grow Rich
    May 13 2024

    🌟Unlocking the secrets of success with #ThinkAndGrowRich

    💡 Embracing the power of mindset, persistence, and vision ✨ What's your favorite lesson from this transformative read?

    Share below! 📚 #InspiredToAchieve #NapoleonHillWisdom


    In a world where over one million books are published annually in the United States alone, standing out as a self-publishing author requires not just creativity but a strategic mindset. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill can help. Despite being first published in 1937, it holds unparalleled insights for authors aspiring to create a buzz around their books today. With over 100 million copies sold worldwide, this book is considered the granddaddy of all self-help books.

    - Napoleon Hill's book Think and Grow Rich offers timeless insights for self-publishing authors.

    - The book emphasizes harnessing desire, leveraging autosuggestion, creating a mastermind, developing persistence, and embracing decision-making.

    - Hill's principles, like visualization and belief, have influenced many self-help authors and books.

    - The tips from the book focus on the power of the mind in achieving success and setting clear goals.

    - The importance of persistence and surrounding oneself with a supportive network is highlighted.

    Summary of Think and Grow Rich

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    33 mins

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