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With just a few clicks, Book Report can import your sales data from up to ten leading publishing platforms and display it in a easy-to-use dashboard.

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You don't need to be tech-savvy to use Book Report. It's simple to set up, and features an intuitive user interface. Dig deep into your data, or just get a quick overview.

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Book Report accurately captures your sales data and earnings. We provide exact calculations wherever possible, and use sensible estimates for exchange rates and page read rates.

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" Book Report is the fastest way to get a detailed, comprehensive view of how books across your entire account are selling. For us as a publisher, being able to quickly pull up earnings estimates for a month or quarter is extremely important so we can plan our future, and it allows us to answer authors about earnings questions with remarkable accuracy a lot faster than digging through the KDP dashboard allows. "

Rhett Bruno

Owner and CEO of Aethon Books

" I've used Book Report for nearly 10 years, and I've also tested all the other major reporting systems. None compare to the ability to view and compare data that Book Report provides. I love the way Book Report lets me view my sales numbers in any way I could possibly want to see them. The reports are beautiful and so easy to see exactly what I want to know. "

Misty M. Beller

USA Today Bestselling Author of Christian Historical Romance

" Book Report is an invaluable tool for tracking sales of my own books and those of my Amber House Books' authors. It makes everything about being an author and publisher easier. The accuracy of the data and the ease and functionality of the add-on is amazing! "

Teresa Medeiros

New York Times Bestselling Author, CEO of Amber House Books

" Book Report is useful for highlighting titles that need a little more marketing attention, and surfacing some surprise sleeper hits that I've been able to capitalize on. "

Cornelia Quick

Erotic Romance Author

" Book Report is a key element in my tracking how well my books are selling! I check my stats every day, and Book Report gives them to me in a simple format. "

Author of Over 40 Fiction and Non-Fiction Books

" I love how easy it is to customize the historical data. I've always used Book Report but now that it has wide retailers it's my one stop shop. "

Alana Albertson

Amazon Best Selling Author

" Book Report is an invaluable tool that allows me to monitor the effect book promotions have on sales. It's also very useful for separating out sales from Amazon, Ingram, Google, Kobo, and Draft2Digital. "

Marylee MacDonald

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" The business data I need, clear and simple and easy to query! Liam, the owner, is a delight to correspond with on software issues. "

Ginger Booth

Science Fiction and Non-Fiction Author

How to Sync Book Report with KDP

Book Report's browser extension syncs your KDP account with Book Report, which is how Book Report updates your data. Here are the three things that need to be true at once in order for Book Report to sync:

• You are using a browser with Book Report's extension installed. You can click this link to install the extension . This syncing process must happen on a browser with the extension, but once your account is synced you can use Book Report on any browser or device.
• You are signed into Book Report.  The extension adds a little pie-chart icon to your browser, at the top near the URL. Click it to launch Book Report. If you see a button that says "Login with Amazon", you will need to log in before Book Report can sync.
• You are signed into KDP. You can click here to visit KDP . If you see a sign-in page after clicking that link, you will need to sign in before Book Report can sync.

Whenever those three things are true, the browser extension tries to sync your KDP Account with Book Report. For most people, those three things are true often enough that you never have to think about them -- Book Report is just always in sync. But if two weeks go by without a successful sync, you'll see an error message because Book Report can no longer update your data.

Troubleshooting: I've done all that but it's still not working.

Here are some steps you can take to try and trigger a re-sync, if it's not working on its own. All of them should be performed with the browser where the extension is installed.

• Sign  all the way out of KDP, then sign back in. Often, clicking "Sign Out" on KDP does not sign you all the way out. You can tell because the link still says "Sign Out", even after you've clicked it. If you click "Sign out" several times, it will eventually say "Sign In", indicating that you've signed all the way out, and you can then sign back in and Book Report should sync.
• Restart the browser extension. Visit chrome://extensions/  on Chrome or  about:addons on Firefox to open your list of extensions. On Chrome you can restart the extension by clicking the little blue switch next to Book Report, and then clicking it again a few seconds later. On Firefox, you can restart the extension by clicking the "Disable" button next to Book Report, and then clicking "Enable" a few seconds later. No data will be lost.
• Ensure that you're signed into the right accounts. Book Report can only sync when you're signed into your KDP account, and signed into the Book Report account that tracks the books from that KDP account.

If none of that works, please send us an email at [email protected] . If you can include your Account ID, which can be found at the very bottom of Book Report, we should be able to help you faster.

Alternative to syncing: I need access to my data right now.

If your account just refuses to sync, and it's a big launch day so you can't wait for an email, and you  really want to see your stats in Book Report, there is another way. Before we launched our browser extension, Book Report ran as a bookmarklet. The bookmarklet gains access to your data in a different way, so it often works even when the extension does not. You can click here to install the Book Report bookmarklet.

Although the bookmarklet can sometimes work when the extension does not, we still recommend using the extension over the bookmark if at all possible. We've included mention of it here because sometimes accessing your data is the most important thing, but you should move back to the browser extension as soon it starts working for you again.

Some reasons to avoid the bookmarklet if possible:

• Data will not sync on your phones or tablets.
• Crashes more often, and very hard to debug.
• No Author Central integration.
• Needs to be manually launched from a specific KDP page.
• More likely to be broken by a change to KDP.

To be clear: The bookmarklet is a supported way to use Book Report. You aren't risking data loss by using it, and once launched the core KDP features should work the same as the browser extension. But the extension is the recommended way to use Book Report if at all possible.

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8 Best Free Research Tools for Amazon KDP in 2023

Are you looking for the best free research tools for Amazon KDP? Here is the perfect guide to help you find what you need.

If you are a KDP publisher like you then you know that self-publishing research tools is the way to go. It allows you to find niches and keywords that still give profits, and it gives you more control over what to publish and what titles to use. But with so many different research tools out there, it can be hard to decide which one is right for you. That’s why we put together this list of the 10 Best Free Research Tools for Amazon KDP in 2022!

First I want to give you a heads up because there are a lot of tools out there that cost money so I will split the article up in 2 sections, free and paid options.

None of these tools are bad but the question is still, do we really need to pay for the tools or are there great free options?

What are Amazon KDP keywords?

Amazon KDP keywords are the terms and phrases that people use to search for books on Amazon. When you choose keywords for your book, you’re essentially telling Amazon which search terms you want your book to show up for. The right keywords can make it easy for potential readers to find your book, and they can also help to boost your book’s ranking on Amazon’s search engine. 

To choose the best keywords for your book, start by thinking about the terms that potential readers might use to search for a book like yours. Once you have a list of potential keywords, you can use Amazon’s keyword research tool to see how popular each keyword is and how much competition there is for each one. With a little bit of research, you can find the perfect keywords to help potential readers find your book on Amazon.

Keywords are one of the most important elements of any Amazon KDP book listing. They help potential readers find your book when they search for related topics on Amazon.com. Fortunately, there are a number of free research tools for Amazon KDP that you can use to find the right keywords for your book.

Why is it important to do keyword research for amazon kdp?

When you’re trying to sell anything online – whether it’s a physical product or a digital book – it’s absolutely essential to do your keyword research. This is especially true for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Amazon is the largest online retailer in the world, and millions of people use the site every day to search for products. If you want to make sure your book is seen by potential customers, you need to make sure it appears in relevant search results.

And the only way to do that is to choose the right keywords. Keyword research can be time-consuming, but it’s well worth the effort. By carefully selecting the most relevant and popular keywords, you can ensure that your book appears at the top of search results and gets seen by people who are actually interested in buying it. So if you’re serious about selling books on Amazon KDP, make sure you take the time to do your keyword research. It could mean the difference between success and failure.

Here comes the 10 Best Free Research Tools for Amazon KDP in 2022.

Nr 1. amazon suggestion expander -chrome plugin.

• Easy to Use
• Plugin for Chrome
• Pro Version for More Geatures
• Shows Up Under Your Search Bar

There’s no denying that Amazon is a powerful force in the publishing industry. With over 70% of the e-book market share, it’s clear that authors need to be present on the platform if they want to reach readers. However, publishing on Amazon can be a bit of a daunting task, especially for authors who are unfamiliar with the platform. Thankfully, there are a few free research tools that can help make the process a bit easier.

The Amazon Suggestion Expander is one such tool. This online tool allows users to enter a keyword or phrase and receive a list of related terms and phrases that Amazon suggests. This is an invaluable tool for authors who are looking to target specific keywords or terms in their marketing efforts. In addition, the results can also provide insight into what potential readers are searching for on Amazon. As a result, the Amazon Suggestion Expander is an essential tool for any author looking to publish on Amazon.

How does it work?

Go to Amazon.com and type in your keyword of choice in the search bar.

And you get a set of new keywords that people are searching for in the search bar.

I have a guide on how I do my keyword and niche research here .

Nr. 2 DS Amazon Quick View -Chrome Plugin

• Pro Version for More Features

DS Amazon Quick View is a powerful, Free research tool for Amazon KDP that gives you instant access to powerful data about the Kindle store. This valuable information can help you make informed decisions about your book’s pricing, keywords,Category and more. With DS Amazon Quick View, you can quickly and easily find the Bestseller Ranking, Category Rankings, Kindle Countdown Deals, Free and Paid Categories, Reviews and Ratings for any book on Amazon. 

In addition, you can use DS Amazon Quick View to research your competition, track your own book’s progress over time, and much more. Whether you’re just getting started with Amazon KDP or you’re an experienced author looking to take your business to the next level, DS Amazon Quick View is an essential tool for anyone who wants to succeed on Amazon.

When you have done your keyword exploring with the AMZ Suggestion Expander you type the keyword of your choice and type in your keyword of choice in the search bar and hit enter. The DS Amazon Quick View will extend each object with an additional info box underneath. Search word I used was “ coloring books with cars and trucks ”

This shows us if the books in that category are selling, how popular they are and what BSR (Best Selling Rank) they have. You can also do this by going into each book but that is a time consuming job so this plugin is perfect for shortening down your research time.

Nr. 3 Soovle.com

• Regular Search Engine

What is Soovle.com?

Soovle.com is a free research tool that helps authors to promote their books on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). It provides book recommendations based on the keywords that authors enter. In addition, Soovle.com also displays related searches and trending topics. This information can be used to help authors create more targeted and effective marketing campaigns. Soovle.com is an essential tool for any author looking to make the most of Amazon KDP.

It’s free, simple and can be used as many times as you want. Here is an example and the search word I used was “ coloring books with cars and trucks ”

Nr. 4 Answer the Public

• Upgrade PRO Option

AnswerthePublic.com is a free research tool that provides valuable insights for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) authors. By typing in a keyword or phrase, the site generates a list of related questions that people are searching for online. This can be helpful in developing new book ideas, as well as understand what potential readers are looking for. 

In addition, the site also provides a list at the end in alphabetical order that you can copy and download, which gives an indication what people are searching and gives you new ideas for books.. By taking advantage of all that AnswerthePublic.com has to offer, KDP authors can gain a significant edge in the highly competitive world of self-publishing.

How does it work? It works the same way as a search engine but it displays relevant phrases to your search result. I searched for “ coloring books with cars and trucks ” and it actually gave me some new ideas.

• coloring pages of cars and motorcycles
• coloring pages adults cars
• coloring pages cars disney
• coloring pages car logos
• coloring pages mustang car
• coloring pages police car

These ideas I can take into my research and see if it’s something I can use.

Nr. 5 Helium 10

• Some Features Free
• Easy to use
• One Of the Most Popular Tools 
• Cost Money Each Month

Helium 10 is a collection of research tools designed to help Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) authors boost their sales and royalties. The tools cover all aspects of writing, publishing and marketing a book on Amazon, from finding the right keywords to use in your book title and description, to tracking your sales rank and reviews.

Helium 10 also offers a suite of analytical tools to help you understand your readers better, including a keyword research tool that shows you which keywords are being used most often to search for books like yours. With Helium 10, you can also find out how well your book is performing in specific categories and compare your sales to other books in your genre. If you’re serious about making money from your writing on Amazon, then Helium 10 is an essential toolkit.

Why do I recommend a tool that costs money?

Actually Helium10 has a keyword free research tool that you can use for free to an extent. Its super easy and a really good tool to know about. Here is the link to their Keyword Research Tool 

Nr. 6 Kindlepreneur

Kindlepreneur.com is a website that offers resources and tips for self-publishing authors who want to sell their books on Amazon. The site provides articles on topics such as book marketing, book design, and time management for authors.

Kindlepreneur also offers a range of tools and services to help authors self-publish, including an ebook cover creator and an Amazon keyword research tool. In addition, the site provides a forum where authors can connect with other self-publishers and share experiences and advice. Whether you’re just getting started with self-publishing or you’re looking for ways to take your business to the next level, Kindlepreneur.com is an excellent resource.

Why do I recommend Kindlepreneur when it’s just a regular blog?

The thing is that they have a great free research tool Amazon KDP self-publishers. We talked earlier in this blog post about BSR (Best Seller Rank) and that we used the DS Amazon Quick View for that right? But what does the BSR mean? It shows us how much books are being sold on that particular book.  Head over to the Amazon KDP Sales Rank Calculator and type in the number you got from your book search.

Nr. 7 Kindleranker.com

• Site Seems Old 

I actually don’t know much about Kindleranker.com but what I do know is that the category section on Amazon is a mess. It’s super hard to find categories to publish your books in so I’ve searched for a good site to help me with that. I’ve been trying a few different category browsers and none of them are 100% accurate but at least this site gives me a way to know where to look for different categories and how to find them.

Here is the link for that: Kindleranker KDP Category Browser and it looks like this.

At Least this gives me some kind of direction on where to look in the browser tab on Amazon KDP. You can ofcourse look at the books you are researching on what category they are located in as well. 

Nr.8 Google Trends

If you don’t know about Google Trends you sure are missing out. Google Trends is a public web facility of Google Inc., based on Google Search, that shows how often a particular search-term is entered relative to the total search-volume across various regions of the world, and in various languages.

It was launched in May 2006. The website uses graphs to compare the search volume of different terms over time. Google Trends also allows users to compare multiple terms simultaneously, or view web search interest by region. Users can also set up “email alerts” to be notified when topics of interest rise or fall in popularity.

On this site you can search on pretty much anything and you can spot upgoing trends to get a good sense of what people are looking for on google and youtube.

Final Thoughts

Each of these sites has great free research tools for Amazon KDP so I hope you like this blog post. All of these tools can be helpful for self publishing. Whichever tool you choose, make sure to do your research and choose the one that best suits your needs.

I think it’s important to stay ahead in your game to be able to make sales and to have these tools to help will surely increase your chances of making book sales. If you want some tips on how to niche down check out my blogpost here

What are your thoughts about these free tools? Have you ever used any of these tools before or maybe you know about more free research tools for Amazon KDP? Let us know in the comments below!

Also I am currently testing out 2 new free plugins that I think will change the research possibilities for Amazon KDP so stay tuned for that article!

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Amazon Publishing vs. 48 Hour Books: A Comparison Guide

September 26, 2024 (Last Updated September 26, 2024)

When you’re comparing your options for self-publishing, we get it - it can be difficult to look past the convenience of Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Working with Amazon does have its advantages for ease and distribution, but there are also reasons to work with real people, like the team at 48 Hour Books.

If you are someone who appreciates personal service, customization options, and quick turnarounds, Amazon might not be the right fit. In this post, we’ll walk through some key factors to keep in mind when considering Amazon Publishing vs. 48 Hour Books to help decide which option is right for you.

Personal Service

Winner: 48 hour books.

When you partner with 48 Hour Books for self-publishing and book printing, you’ll always work with a real person. If you reach out with questions or concerns, our team will get back to you right away and find personalized solutions for your needs. We can’t say the same for Amazon’s KDP process.

Customization Options

While Amazon has expanded its offerings in recent years, its customization options simply don’t compare to the cover, binding, size, and printing options we provide at 48 Hour Books. For example, have you seen our Diamond 3D covers ? You can make a big impression and stand out on the shelf with elevated cover designs from 48 Hour Books. Please note, some upgrades such as ISBNs, file work, printed proofs, Diamond 3D covers, foil stamping, special coil, tabs, perforated pages, individual shrink wrapping, freight shipping, or other special requests, may increase production time.

Turnaround Time

This one is a tight race, but 48 Hour Books can turn around print-ready files in – you guessed it – 48 hours for paperback books. Amazon is quick too, estimating 72 hours for turnaround times. You should also consider the level of service you get in the shorter timeframe with 48 Hour Books. We pack a lot in a short window for an exceptional self-publishing experience.

When reading reviews and feedback from authors that have worked with 48 Hour Books and KDP, there’s an overwhelming sentiment of an upgrade in quality compared to Amazon. Authors like the additional options we offer, like Diamond 3D Printing , and consistently comment that our books are simply packaged better, limiting potential damage in transit. Others have compared the vividness of the color quality on covers, saying that 48 Hour Books delivered a better color match to their files.

Authors that print with Amazon sometimes encounter negative reviews based on the quality of their books. Readers may receive a book with poor binding and write a negative review. While the review has nothing to do with the book or content, printing errors could end up hurting sales and rankings on Amazon.

For these reasons, many authors have come to 48 Hour Books to print special edition copies of their books, trusting that the quality will be worthy of their loyal readers. You can read more testimonials and reviews to see for yourself!

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Winner: amazon.

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Understanding Amazon KDP Sales Reports: Guide

Explore how to harness Amazon KDP Sales Reports for tracking book performance, optimizing marketing, and maximizing earnings as an author.

Amazon KDP Sales Reports provide detailed insights into your book's performance on Amazon, including sales data, royalties, customer reviews, and more. By regularly reviewing these reports, you can:

• Track sales and identify trends
• Optimize your book's visibility and marketing strategies
• Increase revenue and maximize earnings

This guide covers:

• Accessing and navigating your KDP reports
• Types of reports available (Sales, Royalties, Reviews, etc.)
• Interpreting key metrics like units sold, royalties, and orders
• Analyzing past sales data to spot patterns and opportunities
• Reading payment reports to track earnings
• Using reports to refine your marketing approach
• Troubleshooting common report issues
• Planning for long-term success as an author

To make the most of KDP reports, analyze the data, identify areas for improvement, and use the insights to drive your book's success on Amazon.

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Finding Your KDP Reports

To access your Amazon KDP reports, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your KDP account and click the "Reports" tab. 2. You'll see a list of all your reports, organized by date. 3. You can also access your reports by clicking the "Download Reports" link in the upper right corner of the KDP dashboard. 4. This will take you to a page where you can select the type of report you want to download, as well as the date range.

Alternatively, you can access your KDP reports at kdpreports.amazon.com or by clicking Reports in the menu at the top of the page.

Overview of Available Reports

The following reports are available:

Remember to regularly review your KDP reports to track your sales, identify trends, and make informed decisions about your marketing and promotion strategies.

Types of KDP Sales Reports

Amazon KDP offers various types of sales reports to help authors track their book's performance. These reports provide valuable insights into sales, royalties, and customer behavior, enabling authors to make informed decisions about their marketing and promotion strategies.

Sales Report

The Sales Report displays sales data for your book, including:

This report helps you track your sales over time, identify trends, and understand which marketing campaigns are most effective.

Royalty Report

The Royalty Report shows royalty earnings for your book, including:

This report helps you track your earnings and plan your finances accordingly.

Month-to-Date Report

The Month-to-Date Report provides a snapshot of your book's sales performance for the current month. This report helps you track your progress, identify areas for improvement, and adjust your marketing strategies accordingly.

Prior Months' Royalties Report

The Prior Months' Royalties Report displays royalty earnings for previous months, allowing you to track your earnings over time and identify trends.

Ad Campaign Report

The Ad Campaign Report provides insights into the performance of your Amazon advertising campaigns, including:

This report helps you optimize your ad campaigns and improve your return on investment.

By regularly reviewing these reports, you can gain a deeper understanding of your book's performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to boost your sales and earnings.

Understanding Sales Dashboard Data

The Sales Dashboard is a crucial tool for authors to track their book's performance on Amazon KDP. It provides a snapshot of key metrics, enabling you to monitor sales, royalties, and orders in real-time.

Key Metrics on the Sales Dashboard

The following metrics are essential to understanding your book's performance:

Interpreting Sales Dashboard Data

By regularly reviewing these key metrics, you can:

• Track your sales over time and identify trends
• Understand which marketing campaigns are most effective
• Adjust your promotional strategies and set realistic sales targets
• Monitor your book's performance against competitors
• Identify profitable periods and adjust your pricing strategies
• Optimize your book's metadata for better discoverability

By understanding these key metrics on the Sales Dashboard, you can gain valuable insights into your book's performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to boost your sales and earnings.

Remember, the Sales Dashboard is a powerful tool that provides real-time data to help you optimize your book's performance. By regularly reviewing these key metrics, you can refine your marketing strategies, improve your book's visibility, and increase your earnings on Amazon KDP.

Analyzing Past Sales Data

Analyzing past sales data is crucial to understanding your book's performance on Amazon KDP. By examining historical sales trends, you can identify patterns, opportunities, and areas for improvement. This information will help you make informed decisions about future book promotions, pricing strategies, and marketing campaigns.

Identifying Trends and Patterns

To analyze past sales data, review your KDP reports for the past 30, 60, or 90 days. Look for trends and patterns in your sales, such as:

• Peak sales periods (e.g., holidays, summer months)
• Slow sales periods (e.g., winter months, mid-week)
• Consistent sales growth or decline
• Spikes in sales due to promotions or marketing campaigns

Understanding Sales by Region

Analyzing sales by region can help you identify where your book is performing well and where it needs improvement. You can use this information to target specific regions with marketing campaigns or promotions.

Identifying Top-Selling Titles and Formats

Reviewing your top-selling titles and formats can help you understand what resonates with your audience. You can use this information to create more content in popular formats or genres.

By analyzing past sales data, you can gain valuable insights into your book's performance and make data-driven decisions to boost your sales and earnings on Amazon KDP.

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Reading payment reports.

Reading Payment Reports is a crucial part of tracking your earnings and understanding the payout schedule on Amazon KDP. The Payment Reports provide a detailed breakdown of your royalties, including the amount earned, payment date, and payment method.

Understanding Your Payment Schedule

Amazon KDP pays out royalties approximately 60 days after the end of the calendar month in which the sale was made. For example, if you sold a book in January, you would receive payment for that sale in late March or early April.

Analyzing Your Payment Reports

To analyze your Payment Reports, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your KDP account and click on the "Reports" tab. 2. Select the "Payment Reports" option. 3. Choose the date range for which you want to view payment reports. 4. Review the report to see the total amount earned, payment date, and payment method.

Payment Report Columns

By regularly reviewing your Payment Reports, you can track your earnings, identify trends, and make informed decisions about your book's marketing and promotion.

Using Reports for Marketing

As an independent author, understanding how to use Amazon KDP Sales Reports can help you refine your marketing strategies. By analyzing your reports, you can gain valuable insights into the performance of your advertising campaigns, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions to optimize your marketing efforts.

Identifying Effective Advertising Campaigns

KDP Sales Reports help you track the performance of your advertising campaigns. By analyzing your reports, you can identify which campaigns drive the most sales and which ones need adjustments. This information helps you allocate your marketing budget more effectively, ensuring you get the best possible return on investment.

Analyzing Sales Data to Inform Marketing Decisions

KDP Sales Reports provide a wealth of data that can inform your marketing decisions. By analyzing your sales data, you can identify trends, patterns, and correlations that help you refine your marketing strategy.

Using Reports to Refine Your Marketing Strategy

By using KDP Sales Reports to analyze your marketing performance, you can refine your strategy to better target your audience, increase sales, and improve your overall marketing ROI. Here are some ways to use reports to refine your marketing strategy:

By leveraging the insights provided by KDP Sales Reports, you can take your marketing strategy to the next level, driving more sales and growing your author platform.

Troubleshooting Report Issues

As an independent author, you may encounter issues with your Amazon KDP sales reports. This section provides guidance on troubleshooting common problems, such as discrepancies in data or unexpected changes in sales figures.

Identifying Report Issues

If you notice any discrepancies in your sales reports, it's essential to identify the issue quickly to avoid making incorrect business decisions. Common report issues include:

• No data showing since 2019, despite making sales and receiving payments
• Discrepancies in sales data between KDP Reports and AHS
• Missing sales data or incorrect reporting

Resolving Report Issues

To resolve report issues, follow these steps:

Seeking Help

If you're unable to resolve the issue on your own, seek help from KDP support or the KDP forums. Other authors may have experienced similar issues and can offer valuable insights or solutions.

Remember, it's essential to troubleshoot report issues quickly to ensure you have accurate sales data to inform your business decisions. By following these steps, you can resolve common report issues and get back to focusing on your writing and marketing efforts.

Planning for Long-Term Success

As an independent author, planning for long-term success is crucial to achieving your goals and maximizing your book's potential on Amazon KDP. By leveraging your sales reports, you can make informed decisions about your marketing strategy, identify areas for improvement, and adjust your approach to reach a wider audience.

Diversifying Book Formats

Diversifying your book formats can help you appeal to a broader range of readers and increase your chances of success. Consider offering your book in multiple formats, such as:

Analyze your sales reports to identify which formats are performing well and adjust your marketing strategy accordingly.

Expanding into New Markets

Expanding into new markets can help you reach a wider audience and increase your book's visibility. Consider the following strategies:

Analyze your sales reports to identify trends and opportunities in different markets and adjust your marketing strategy accordingly.

Building a Strong Online Presence

A strong online presence is essential for long-term success as an independent author. Consider the following strategies:

Analyze your sales reports to identify which online platforms are driving the most traffic and engagement, and adjust your strategy accordingly.

By following these strategies and leveraging your sales reports, you can plan for long-term success and achieve your goals as an independent author on Amazon KDP. Remember to stay flexible and continually refine your approach to maximize your book's potential.

Conclusion: Making the Most of KDP Reports

You've made it to the end of this guide to understanding Amazon KDP sales reports! Now, you should have a solid grasp of how to navigate and utilize KDP's reporting features to track your book's performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions about your marketing strategy.

What You Can Do with KDP Reports

By regularly monitoring your reports, you can:

• Identify trends and patterns in your sales data
• Track the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns
• Optimize your book's visibility and discoverability
• Increase your earnings and maximize your book's potential

Take action on the insights you've gained from this guide. Dive into your KDP reports, analyze your data, and start making informed decisions about your book's future. With persistence and patience, you can unlock the full potential of your book and achieve success on Amazon KDP.

Remember, KDP sales reports are a powerful tool in your author toolkit. By leveraging this data, you can refine your approach, stay ahead of the competition, and achieve long-term success.

How to view book sales on Amazon KDP ?

To see how many books you've sold on Amazon KDP, follow these steps:

• Go to the Reports tab in your KDP account.
• Click Reports (Old) on the left navigation panel.
• At the bottom of the page, click Generate Report .
• The report will download to your computer for you to view.

How often are KDP reports updated?

KDP reports are updated regularly to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information about your book's performance. The Dashboard page report is updated every 15 minutes, showing:

You can also see a 30-day trendline of orders and KENP reads to monitor trends over time.

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Understanding the Amazon KDP Sales Reports for Authors [ Older Reporting Interface ]

by Dave | Feb 1, 2022 | Amazon KDP , Publishing Tips

[ Update June 9th 2022: Amazon has recently rolled out KDP Reports Beta to all authors. This article covers the original or older versions of the reporting – still available for a limited time before Amazon turns it off completely.]

 Wondering if readers have recently bought your books from Amazon?

Wondering when Amazon might be sending you some cash?

This article was written just for you. 👇 

Writing your book was hard. The publishing process felt daunting as hell. The relief was palpable as your new book eventually found its way onto the shelves of the Amazon bookstore. Perhaps you cautiously opted for a digital eBook-only approach. Perhaps you chose to cover your bases by also sharing the print-ready paperback files with Amazon. This would mean your paperback book was being sold alongside the eBook edition. This way the readers would be able to choose their favourite format.

[ Tangent ] For those of you who went all in, perhaps there is an audio-version of your book snuggled alongside the eBook and paperback editions. If you are wondering how on earth an audio version finds its way to Amazon, visit A udiobook C reation E xchange ( acx.com ). For those authors living beyond the borders of the 1st World – Findaway Voices ( findawayvoices.com ) does a similar job of getting your audiobook to Amazon, albeit a bit slower. [ /Tangent ]

A few weeks have now flown by and you find yourself wondering how successful sales of your book have really been? Here is how to find your sales reports. 

FINDING THE AMAZON REPORTING SECTION. (The short version. )

STEP 1: Access Amazon KDP using this link -> kdp.amazon.com

PS. The most common mistake I see is where the author is attempting to access the Amazon KDP dashboard using the incorrect URL of www.amazon.com . Remember, amazon.com is where readers go to purchase your book. As the author, you have a different link to access the publishing backend or bookshelf. 

STEP 2: Once logged in, navigate to the reporting menu link found in the white menu strip in the upper part of your screen. 

In a rush? I recommend focussing mainly on these two reports = “Sales Dashboard” + “Payments”.

• Sales Dashboard Report = “ Have I sold anything recently ?”
• Payments Report = “ Has Amazon tried to pay me? When?”

…Now, for those of you with your curiosity tickled and a fresh cup of ☕, 👉 lets dig a little deeper 😊 

AMAZON KDP SALES REPORTS EXPLAINED FOR THE BUSY AUTHOR. (The longer version.)

Reports listed in the order they appear left-> right. 

SALES DASHBOARD (Default) 

• This is the default screen seen after first selecting the “Reports” link.
• This report answers the question “Have I sold any books recently?”.
• “Recently” is by default set to 30 days. This can be increased to include sales from the last 90 days.
• The report shows sales of all published book formats; eBooks, paperbacks, hardcovers etc
• The Sales Dashboard also shows the author-royalties earned by territory. This helps you understand at a glance which country’s readers might be enjoying your recent release.

[ Tangent ] Understanding the territories in which your book is popular is great for improving your marketing message and medium. It allows the author to customise their advertising to more accurately target those readers. Example: If your latest novel was having surprising sales from the Australia (AU) region – perhaps you could target online publications specific to that region for your book promos? [ /Tangent ]

HISTORICAL REPORT  

• This report analyses your sales over the history of your Amazon KDP publishing account, stretching beyond the 90-day maximum of the Sales Dashboard screen.
• The report shows book sales by format and is summarised by month.
• The report will also summarise the currency earned from the different territories based on the date filter setting.

MONTH-TO-DATE REPORT

• A more detailed report of sales activity. Either from the current month or the previous month.
• Also filterable by Amazon Marketplace (US, UK, DE, FR, ES etc) as well as the book format.
• This report also shows free units given away during any recent KDP Select Promotions .
• This report is not necessarily as helpful to an author who might only have a single title released.

PAYMENTS REPORT  

• After from the Sales Dashboard , I find this to be the report I visit the most.
• This report shows when Amazon will make/ has made/ has attempted to make payments to the author.
• Why would a royalty payment fail? Perhaps your bank account details were invalid OR a royalty check was returned if your postal address was incorrect.
• The payments are split by the geographic territory in which the book was sold as well as the sales period.
• Amazon recently started paying out SA authors directly in ZAR . (See two most recent payments in pic above.)

PRE-ORDERS, PROMOTIONS, PRIOR MONTHS’ ROYALTIES, AD CAMPAIGNS  

To preserve your sanity, I won’t go much further down the reporting rabbit hole. Needless to say, the few remaining reports pretty much do what they say they do.

• Pre-Orders shows you the results of any eBook that was setup to allow pre-ordering before the selected release date. Yes, this is indeed an option for authors who might have an eager following of readers waiting.
• Promotions. For those authors enrolled in KDP Select , it is possible (and recommended) to setup either Free or Discounted promotions for your title. Remember that Amazon allows an author up to 5 consecutive days per title for each 90-day enrolment period. These days then reset and can be used again.
• Prior Months’ Royalties. Self-explanatory.
• Ad Campaigns. It is possible to pay Amazon (using a credit card) to promote your title within their ecosystem.A quick and easy option for an author looking to dip their toes into paid marketing. Read more on paid promotions for KDP Books here.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS FOR THE FRUSTRATED AUTHOR  

I have sold books and have not yet been paid 😞.

IF books have been sold yet no payments appear, the 3 most common culprits are =

• You have not linked a bank account with Amazon as yet.  Without any (or valid) banking details loaded, Amazon might still be trying to post you a royalty check. (Only once you have met the $100 threshold. )
• It’s not yet time. Amazon only affects payments up to 60 days after the month in which your book is sold. I know it sucks however sometimes you might just need to wait a little longer ☹
• Valid tax interview? The Amazon tax interview is something every author will need to complete when you first open your KDP account. The interview then needs to be retaken every year or so. If that times lapses and no updated tax interview is submitted, Amazon can withhold your payments.

Want to see my face? 🤓 Here is a video I created on the topic of understanding where your missing Amazon payments might be. 

Book sales VS Kindle Edition Normalized Page (KENP)

You might be asking “ What the hell is the KENP label found all over the Amazon reporting?“

Or another one, “Does KENP = Books sold?“

Firstly, an author only needs to be concerned about their KENP figures If they are enrolled into digital-exclusivity with Amazon via KDP Select. If you did not tick that box when publishing, then the KENP graph should not be showing any activity and can be ignored.

For an author enrolled in KDP Select, congratulations, you are now participating in the Kindle Unlimited (KU ) program. This means readers can loan your title to read, almost like a “Netflix for eBooks” scenario. The readers pay yearly membership fees to Amazon to belong to the KU program and are then given access to the titles enrolled into KU via KDP Select.

The author is still reimbursed however instead of earning income from a sale of your book you will receive income for the amount of pages being read. This is the KENP numbers (Or K indle E dition N ormalized P ages) reflected in your reporting.

Read our article on Kindle Unlimited over here.  

A book sold today is not income earned tomorrow. Amazon only pays the author up to 60 days after the month in which the book was sold. Read more here.  

The shock of an empty sales report 😮

The most common emotion after finding your royalty reports is frustration and despondency from a sales graph showing less activity than your typical politician. If this might be you, I would welcome you to take a seat, take a deep breath, don’t worry. Every author is faced with the daunting task of selling more books. Marketing your book (as well as yourself as the author) can seem scary, I get it.

Amazon is nothing else but a massive bookstore. It’s not magic. It doesn’t guarantee impressive sales either. You will need to roll up your sleeves and climb into the marketing effort like a champ. There are awesome people who could help you with these marketing adventures. Yes, and there are the scammers too.

Do your homework. Be prepared. The proactive author is rewarded with new readers. Self-publishing aint for sissies. 

Need to contact to Amazon support? 📧

For those of you needing to contact Amazon support to ask a few pointed questions about the sales (or lack thereof) for your new title, here is the best way to do it.

Access the direct support page from the “ Contact Us ” link found at the very bottom of the screen. You would need to be logged into the Amazon KDP dashboard to find it. Here is the link for those of your from (South) Africa or the US = kdp.amazon.com/en_US/contact-us

[Warning] Amazon support is absolutely an outsourced horror. Do not expect friendly or particularly helpful replies on the first contact. I often keep resubmitting the same query until someone helpful replies. [/Warning]

Amazon now does hardcovers

This is a little bit more of a tangent however I recently noticed Amazon allowing self-publishing authors to expand their offering to readers in the form of a hardcover option. An author publishing online is now able to release their title in the following different flavours: eBook -> Paperback -> Hardcover -> Audiobook.

I recommend browsing the Hardcover help page from within the Amazon help section. A hardcover could be a great option for your recent release however remember it will more than likely mean that your book interior and cover files need to be updated first. Yes, this might mean you need to pay someone smart to carry out the design updates. 

Banking Details Correct?

This is a point worth repeating. The biggest roadblock to receiving regular remittance from Amazon is a set of valid account details.  #AlliterationDoneRight

• For those authors living in the 1st world this is not normally a hassle. Simply plug in your bank account details when prompted by Amazon.
• For those of authors from South Africa, Amazon has tentatively opened its doors for you to you to receive payments directly.
• For other authors I would recommend using the Payoneer platform to receive money from Amazon. It’s not perfect however at the time of writing it was still the preferred option at giving us 3rd world authors a chance at receiving direct payments from Amazon.

That’s it. End of my article. Hope you enjoyed it, importantly I hope it helped you 😊

Did I miss anything?

Was I not enough? (aka Further Reading…)

• Here is the official explanation of the Amazon KDP Sales reports from Amazon.
• Issues signing into Amazon (KDP)? This page from Amazon may help you.

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10 Comments

I’ve been trying to find out via the sales I’ve had, which books have sold. When I published via Createspace each book had its own number, but though I’ve looked on my account and elsewhere, I still don’t know which of the books have sold and how many, all down the years! I would appreciate some advice on how to find out. Thank you. Heather

Hey Heather! I just had a quick look and can confirm that the updated KDP reports to infact show the sales results, by book title. Open this hyperlink to jump straight to your reporting section and find out! https://kdpreports.amazon.com/orders

Hello, thanks for this helpful post. I’m a new author and just recently published a book on kdp. I haven’t sold a lot of books yet, but I have also found that the report I receive is not accurate. For example, someone says they order the book, and even a couple of days later, it doesn’t show up on the report. Or someone says that they ordered 3 books, but the report only shows that one book was ordered. Do you know if there is any way to find a more accurate report? Or is there a way to report this if it is fraud?

Hey Alison, glad the article helped you! I do hear your concern from authors fairly often, where sales (as reported by friends/ family/ followers) don’t match the sales reports from Amazon. Here is where I would start looking; First, make sure the report covers the right date range, the default is often just reporting for the day on which you are looking. It might also help to understand the format they purchased (eBook or paperback.) Amazon unfortunately is not normally guilty in most cases I have investigated it tends to be the person/ reader who did not complete the purchase for the book on Amazon.

High there friend, my name is George from South Africa, I self published eight books in 2021 November but did not receive any royalties yet. Is it possible that Amazon kdp can find me proper reviewers? Please tell me if onlineBookreviewers are operating legally on Amazon? Thank you for your wonderful platform!

Hi George, welcome to our website and thanks so much for your comment! Let’s tackle your questions one at time = (1) I did not receive any royalties yet. (Answer) Have your loaded your South African banking details with Amazon? (2) Amazon KDP finding you reviewers. (Answer) This is not really a job for Amazon KDP. It would be easiest, quickest and cheapest to find readers yourself and encourage them to leave (honest) feedback after reading your title. (3) OnlineBookReviewers. (Answer) This crowd is definitely not part of Amazon so cannot comment on the “legally” part of your question. Just always keep yourself protected from the scammers out there please George. There are many companies looking to take advantage of (South) African authors and make sure to do your homework before spending a cent with any of them!

Hope this helps you! Dave

My historical report for 2021 shows a higher sum than what is stated on my tax report from Amazon. What could be the reason for the difference (.com)?

Hey Samantha, thanks for your question! Tricky to comment on tax report from Amazon without standing next to you…Amazon typically divides reports by sales territory (.com vs .co.uk etc) it will then also vary by the sales tax levied from each region.

Added to that countries lumped under the (.com) store are not always American. For example sales from South African readers are classed as a (.com) purchase too. Added to that I am not sure the exact implications of free copies or refunds on your tax report. Sorry I can be of more help 🙁

“The Historical report will be available when your account has generated at least one Prior Months’ Royalties report.” What does it mean ?

Hey there, I would guess your KDP is too new to have the “history” just yet. Use your “Sales Dashboard” report for now, then check the historical reports in another 30 days or so 🙂

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How to Use Amazon KDP Reports to Track Your Book’s Performance

As an Amazon KDP author, you have access to a wealth of data about your book’s performance. This data can be used to track your sales, identify trends, and make informed decisions about your marketing and promotion.

In this post, we’ll show you how to use Amazon KDP reports to track your book’s performance. We’ll cover the following topics:

• How to find your Amazon KDP reports
• What information is included in Amazon KDP reports
• How to use Amazon KDP reports to track your sales
• How to use Amazon KDP reports to identify trends
• How to use Amazon KDP reports to make informed decisions about your marketing and promotion

How to Find Your Amazon KDP Reports

To find your Amazon KDP reports, log in to your KDP account and click the “Reports” tab. You’ll see a list of all of your reports, organized by date.

You can also access your reports by clicking the “Download Reports” link in the upper right corner of the KDP dashboard. This will take you to a page where you can select the type of report you want to download, as well as the date range.

What Information is Included in Amazon KDP Reports

Amazon KDP reports include a variety of information about your book’s performance, including:

• Download data
• Review data
• Royalty data
• Marketing data

The specific information that is included in each report will vary depending on the type of report. For example, the sales report will include information about your book’s sales, such as the number of copies sold, the total sales revenue, and the average selling price.

The download report will include information about the number of times your book has been downloaded, as well as the countries where it has been downloaded.

The review data will include information about the reviews that have been left for your book, such as the rating, the number of stars, and the text of the review.

The royalty data will include information about the royalties that you have earned from your book, such as the total royalties earned, the per-unit royalty rate, and the date that the royalties were paid.

The marketing data will include information about the marketing campaigns that you have run for your book, such as the cost of the campaign, the number of impressions, and the number of clicks.

How to Use Amazon KDP Reports to Track Your Sales

The sales report is one of the most important reports that you can use to track your book’s performance. This report will show you the number of copies of your book that have been sold, the total sales revenue, and the average selling price.

You can use this information to track your sales over time and identify trends. For example, you can see if your sales are increasing or decreasing, and you can see which months are your busiest.

You can also use the sales report to identify which marketing campaigns are most effective. For example, you can see if your sales increase after you run a specific campaign.

To track your sales, you can use the following steps:

• Log in to your KDP account and click the “Reports” tab.
• Click the “Sales” report.
• Select the date range that you want to view.
• Click the “Download” button to download the report.

Once you have downloaded the report, you can open it in a spreadsheet program and analyze the data. You can use the data to track your sales over time, identify trends, and identify which marketing campaigns are most effective.

How to Use Amazon KDP Reports to Identify Trends

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This is all well and good, but I find the interface to be rather lackluster.

Enter Book Report. Book Report is a free app (app.getbookreport.com) that adds a hot button to your browser. When you first activate it, you may need to sign in to your KDP account in order for Book Report to sync to it, but usually once you’ve done that, Book Report operates independently and you don’t need to keep your KDP interface open to use it. I love Book Report. It’s easy to use, has lots of fun bells and whistles, and is visually appealing. I open mine first thing every morning and keep it open all day long. It updates constantly, so the numbers you see are always accurate. Matter of fact, the tab at the top of the page keeps a running total of today’s sales so you can see that even if you’re working on a different tab in your browser.

The default page comes up with several quick visual aids to give you an immediate grasp of how your books are doing. The first one is Top Earners . This shows you at a glance what your top six books are, in order of sales.

Next is Earnings by Day . This is a line graph that shows you your earnings through pages read in KDP Select (blue) and your royalties for sales (red). If you’ve had a recent promo, it’s easy to see the spike that should ensue (as well as the cliff that inevitably follows).

The last quick reference is Earnings by Marketplace . This shows you how your book sales break out over the various Amazon markets. In the example below, Amazon.com, of course, is the US; Amazon.co.uk is the United Kingdom; Amazon.ca is Canada; and Amazon.de is Germany, and of course there are many other marketplaces not shown on my example.

Details follow in a list showing each book and its earnings, pages read, royalties, etc. This list, plus all the charts and graphs above, can be customized by date, book, and marketplace.

The fun stuff enters in beyond all the typical sales information on the home page. Near the top of the page is a menu with six tabs: Today , Historical , Ranks , Reviews , Books , and Settings . Today , obviously, shows you the above results for today only. Historical gives you the option of customizing the above graphs by whatever timeline you choose: this month, last month, last 90 days, the year, lifetime, or custom. Rank shows your top three books in the Paid Kindle Store, plus how that rank may have changed up or down today. Below that is a graph to show your highest-ranking books over time, and below that is a Launch Comparison graph, contrasting the stats for several books of your choice from their launch date. This could be especially useful if you’re trying out different promotional strategies for different books.

Next is the Reviews tab, which I like to check fairly often because it shows your latest positive review, which book it’s for, and how many days ago it was posted. Below that is a chart for Reviewer Retention, which shows how many reviewers reviewed other books of yours before or after a given book (which you choose). That’s followed by a list of all your books, how many reviews each has received and the average rating for each.

The Books tab simply shows you all your books with ASINS, and the Settings tab allows you to customize all this data in a zillion ways.

As you can see, there’s a lot going on, and it’s all easily accessible and fun to play with. I find the information on Book Report to be infinitely more useful and interesting than the dry data on the KDP page. If you haven’t tried Book Report, you might want to check it out. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s a great way to keep on top of your stats.

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An interesting app, but when I tried to install it with my Google Chrome browser it wouldn’t allow it and gave me a ‘Couldn’t update data in background’ error message. When i tried trouble shooting, it mentioned having to install an extension to my browser, but didn’t name it or give instructions on how to do it, so I finally gave up. Any suggestions on what might have gone wrong?

Charles, I’m sorry you’re having difficulty. When I added mine, it gave me the option to add the app to Chrome or Firefox, and I’ve done both. It’s been a long time since I did this, but I believe I just had to choose which browser I wanted the extension added to, and as soon as I clicked that button, it did it. It adds the extension as a small, rainbow-colored open circle in the upper right-hand corner of the browser. Mine sits just to the right of the URL address window. You might check your browser and see if it’s there. If not, I’d suggest getting in touch with them at [email protected] .

Knowing about that little rainbow is the secret! I had initial trouble, but the rainbow helped. Thanks so much for sharing this. The app inspires me to get crackin.

It’s free until you earn more than $1,000 a month in royalties. Which, if you spent nearly $1,000 a month in advertising to get (grrr), isn’t going to leave you a lot of money to pay for Book Report. It is very cool, though.

Sandra, I have noticed on the Settings page, down at the bottom, there is an option to subscribe to Book Report for $19/month or $190/year, but I have never done that. I have not, so far, cracked the $1000/month ceiling, so I’ve never been required to pay. I guess that’s the good news/bad news, huh?

Very helpful, Melissa, thank you!

You’re welcome, Melinda. I love this thing.

Thanks, Melissa.

Extremely helpful. Thanks.

Thanks for the info, Melissa, I installed it without a problem. Now if they’d add d2d & kobo 🙂

Glad you found it easy, David. Maybe drop them a line about the other two?

I’ve always found the KDP info “lackluster” for sure, and that’s being polite about it. I’ll check this out. thanks, Melissa.

Well, yes, I was trying to be diplomatic. Certainly less than inspiring.

Great article, Melissa. I use Bookreport too, and like it. KDP is beta testing a new report page that gives some of the same information (link is to FAQs on the beta version):

https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GVTTXHKHVPAPBEDQ#faq

It’s not quite as comprehensive, though, but it’s great for at-a-glance sales/pagereads and various other reports. Hopefully, they’ll add more bells and whistles. If they do, I might cancel my subscription to BR.

I think KDP could certainly take a few pages from BR’s format. I’ve gotten an email about the new KDP page, but haven’t seen it on my dashboard yet.

BTW, what benefit do you see from subscribing? Or is it just to donate to future research?

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Book Scams on Amazon: What Authors Need to Know & Beware

There have been no shortage of scams throughout the years, and long-time Amazon authors will be familiar with many.

Seemingly, these scams cause trouble for everyone and are very difficult to deal with. Amazon has tried, and failed, multiple times.

And to make matters worse, when Amazon cracks down on the scam, it often affects legitimate authors as well.

Today we're going to bring your attention to a newer type of scam, one that authors should be aware of, and give you tips on how to deal with them if you should fall victim.

• About printing scams
• About ebook pricing scams
• Why Amazon is letting it happen
• What we authors can do

Table of contents

• What's the Problem?
• Why Is This a Problem?
• Why Is Amazon Letting This Happen?
• 1. Keep Amazon Informed
• 2. Discover When You Are Being Scammed

Amazon FBA Scam

First, we have a problem that seems to have affected multiple authors, both independent and traditional.

What appears to be happening is that cheap printing presses are printing inferior quality versions of someone else's book, then selling them online through Amazon's FBA system, as if they were the author.

Essentially, they are stealing our books, creating cheap products that they can sell for less, and then putting those on the marketplace.

Amazon often does not get wind of this, because it is being sold as a new or used copy, or with a name that is similar but slightly different than the author's.

See this Twitter thread for an example of this scam in action:

I've been asked about this a lot, so let me provide a quick FAQ. Q: What's the nature of the issue? A: Anyone who has bought my book from Amazon in the past few month hasn't bought a genuine copy, but a lower-quality counterfeit copy printed by various fraudulent sellers. https://t.co/VQ06AF0igs — François Chollet (@fchollet) July 23, 2022

The obvious problem is that somebody else is selling your work and taking all of the profit, leaving you with nothing.

However, there are other implications as well. First and foremost, if a reader buys these cheaply-made books, they will likely notice the quality issues.

A poor quality book, even if you didn't actually produce it, can lead to bad reviews of that book. At the very worst, it can turn a reader off from buying any of your books in the future.

You can try to fix this by explaining the situation, but the damage is likely already done.

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KU or Wide for Nonexistent Book Scams

Everyone knows that if you are enrolled in KDP Select to put your books in Kindle Unlimited, Amazon requires exclusivity. Well, turns out scammers are targeting this as well.

The problem is that some scammers will take a book that is wide, create a copy, then put that copy in KU. On the flip side, they might take a book that is in KU, make a copy, then distribute it wide.

It's entirely possible to have 2 ebook versions of the same book with the same title, author name, and cover, but with two different interiors. Therefore this situation may lead to a reader picking up the wrong version.

In addition to the obvious loss of sales and potential bad reviews, there's another glaring problem with this scam. If you are enrolled in Kindle Unlimited, and Amazon thinks that you're distributing the book wide, you risk losing a lot of privileges, including potentially having Amazon shut down your account (see our article on what to do if this happens ).

In other words, you need to stay vigilant to identify these scams the moment they happen, so you can be proactive and tell Amazon about them before Amazon comes after you.

Cheaper Kindle Scams

Similar to both the above scams, Amazon is seeing counterfeit Kindle editions pop up here and there.

Similar to the printing press problem, some authors are discovering that scammers are producing lower-quality copies of an ebook, then managing to link that ebook with a legitimate print edition of the book.

Since Amazon usually shows the cheaper edition of the book, this lower quality copy is often what Amazon will link to when someone is viewing the print edition. Then if someone clicks on the Kindle edition from the print screen, they end up on the wrong book.

But how can Amazon have two copies of the same Kindle edition?

The scammers are clever enough to create a book that is almost the same, usually with a different author name that is one letter off from the original, then tricking Amazon into linking that Kindle edition with one of your legitimate print editions.

It won't always work, but the scam is so widespread that it can happen here and there.

See this Twitter thread for an example:

Yesterday, I discovered that @amazon has been selling pirated version of my book — and encouraging people to purchase them. They've stopped now. (Thank you!) But the scam on their site is sophisticated. Here's a bit of a detective story — and cautionary tale for authors. 1/ — Scott Hershovitz (@shershovitz) September 7, 2022

Similar to the print scam, there are two problems with this Kindle scam.

First, you are not receiving any royalties from a Kindle ebook sold in this fashion.

Second, these copies are often poorly made, leading to potential bad reviews.

Amazon is known for having frequent scams, and it has spent a lot of time and effort coming down on those scams, often to the detriment of real authors.

But does Amazon want this? After all, they earn a percentage of the royalties for all books sold on their platform, including the scam books. So do they really have an incentive to crack down on the scams?

First let's ask this question: what are Amazon's goals for their platform/product?

The answer is that Amazon wants to create the best shopping experience for the end user/consumer. Their mission statement says they focus on the customer rather than the competitor, and that they strive to be “Earth's most customer-centric company.”

They want to be the best online shopping experience.

With that in mind, a lot of Amazon's past decisions make sense. Authors are not always happy with the changes the Amazon incorporates into their platform, but usually it is a benefit to the consumer.

In that context, we know that Amazon definitely wants to remove the scammers from their platform. Why? Because every scam reduces the level of trust between Amazon and the consumer. It makes Amazon look bad.

And even though some of these scams do actually make Amazon a little money, it hurts them in the long run. When a scam is successful, everyone loses: the author loses, the reader loses, and even Amazon loses.

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So why do these scams keep happening?

The true answer is likely that Amazon KDP simply lacks the funding (books are a tiny sliver of Amazon's overall business) or whatever resources that are required to properly fix the problem. Doing so would likely require large changes to their infrastructure, and changes like that require time and money.

Plus, there is the problem that every time Amazon brings down the hammer on scammers, it often smashes a few legitimate authors as well. So not only do they need to fix the problem, but they have to do so in a way that minimizes collateral damage.

In short, this is not an easy problem to fix.

I have no doubt that Amazon wants to fix it, and are taking steps to do so, but scammers create more fires faster than Amazon can put them out.

So a lot of the responsibility falls to us. Which brings me to my next point.

How Can You Tell if You Are Being Scammed?

Even though a sudden price change on your book is often indicative of a scam, there are legitimate times when Amazon will change the price of your book without asking the authors. So how do you know if the price change is because of Amazon or a scam?

Well, there are a couple steps you can take:

Step 1: Determine if it's Amazon

Amazon typically has two reasons for changing the price of a book:

First, it's to lower the price, usually because of a sale or to price match a competitor.

Second, it's a glitch. We've seen this happen where a glitch in Amazon's system accidently raises the price of an ebook or paperback, without raising the royalties of the author.

If you look at your book and see that the price on your ebook or paperback (and not one sold by a third party) has raised or lowered its price, it is probably Amazon. If you're unsure, it's still worth contacting Amazon to verify, and to correct the problem if it was a glitch.

Step 2: If it's not Amazon, is it a third-party seller?

Next, determine if the price change is due to a third-party seller or not. There are a few things to look for:

First, if the seller is listing the book as used, it'll show in the used section.

If they are selling the book as new, it'll replace the main section at the top of the Amazon page. And this is where it may have impacted your price, because it's now registering a new book as being lower than the price you set.

Step 3: See if the seller is part of a scam

If you've determined that a third-party seller is responsible for the price change of your book, and is selling your book third hand, you now need to determine if they are running a scam or not.

Because there are legitimate reasons why they would be selling your book. For example, they may have purchased it, then decided to resell it.

So take a look at the seller's past history. If they are new and don't have a lot/any feedback, there's a good chance it's a scam. Additionally, if reviews are suggesting that your book is poor quality, that might be an indicator that the books they are buying are from a scammer.

As a final resort, you can purchase the book yourself and check to make sure it's legitimately yours or not.

What Can Authors Do?

There are two steps that authors should take to fight against these scammers:

• Keep Amazon informed
• Immediately discover when you are being scammed

Let's take those two actions and expand on them…

The first and obvious action is that if we discover we are being scammed, we need to inform Amazon immediately.

You can do this by consulting them in their KDP contact page , going to Content and rights notifications , then clicking on Report copyright infringement .

Amazon isn't always fast at responding to these things, but with a little patience it can be done.

The best way to know if you're being scammed is to watch out for unexpected price changes that you had nothing to do with.

While Amazon can sometimes reduce the price of your book as part of a sale, even without you knowing, a price change can still be a good indicator that you might have a scam.

Additionally, any bad reviews might indicate that a reader got a scammed version of a book, so you should watch out for your negative reviews for reports of horrible formatting and the like.

Thankfully, there is a free tool that makes this process a lot easier: ReaderScout . (Beta)

ReaderScout is a new chrome and Brave plug-in that will continuously monitor your books looking for price changes and new reviews.

All you have to do is add your books to ReaderScout Chrome plugin, and it will check your books every 24 hours.

That way, you can act immediately when a scam occurs.

Read our full ReaderScout review for more on its features and the benefits you get from using it.

The best part is, ReaderScout is completely free, so you don't have to worry about another costly tool for authors.

Plus, in addition to staying vigilant against scams, it also saves you a lot of time.

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Al b. sure sends cease-and-desist to amazon, author of ‘fake’ kim porter book that claims he had sex with diddy.

Amazon and the mysterious publisher of a sketchy book claiming to be the late Kim Porter’s memoir have been sent a cease-and-desist letter from Porter’s ex, singer Al B Sure!

The left-field best-seller claims the “Nite and Day” singer — born Albert Joseph Brown III — engaged in sexual relations with Porter and another of her exes, Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Sure! is now trying to block the tome’s sale.

The book, “Kim’s Lost Words,” was self-published under the pseudonym “Jamal T. Millwood” — a name conspiracy theorists have said is the alias of deceased rapper Tupac Shakur — on Amazon this month by a man whose real name is Todd Christopher Guzze.

According to Rolling Stone , Guzze — an “investigative producer, author and journalist” who goes by the name Chris Todd — has boasted he has investigated controversial stories about JonBenét Ramsey, the Zodiac Killer and Kurt Cobain’s death.

Guzze – along with Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and CEO Andy Jassy — were sent the cease-and-desist by Robert J. Hantman, a lawyer for Sure!, on Friday.

Sure! is claiming in the letter that he has been “defamed by false and malicious statements published,” and wants sales halted.

The letter also states, “Should you fail to comply with these demands within ten days, we will have no alternative but to pursue all legal remedies available, including filing a lawsuit for defamation.”

The book is currently a best-seller on Amazon, and the letter claims it, “falsely portrays Mr. Brown as engaging in fabricated sexual conduct, particularly with Sean Combs and the mother of his son, Quincy.”

The letter adds: “By misrepresenting his personal life and fabricating serious, false accusations of inappropriate sexual behavior, these defamatory claims have caused significant damage to Mr. Brown’s reputation.”

Sure! tells Page Six, “The part with me, I have nothing to do with any activity of that nature,” he says. “It’s the most disgusting, heinous lie I have ever heard of in my life.”

The letter is demanding that the author stop selling the book, and issue a public apology that, “must be clear, unequivocal, and widely circulated.”

Hantman tells us, “Amazon should be held to a higher standard,” and, “as if a fake memoir is not enough, it is shocking that Jeff Bezos’ Amazon would distribute it without any investigation of its validity or accuracy.”

Guzze claimed to Rolling Stone that his sources, “had [Porter’s] flash drive. I didn’t ask too many questions about how they got it [or] where did it come from.”  

He also admitted to the publication, “If somebody put my feet to the fire and they said, ‘Life or death, is that book real?’ I have to say I don’t know. But it’s real enough to me.” He added, “Sometimes you have to just put it out there. Maybe not 100% of the book is true, but maybe 80% is.”

Porter’s children — Quincy, Christian “King” Combs, D’Lila Combs and Jessie Combs — have also come out against the book saying it contains “hurtful and false rumors.”

“Claims that our mom wrote a book are simply untrue. She did not, and anyone claiming to have a manuscript is misrepresenting themselves,” they wrote in a social media post.

An attorney for Combs told Billboard , “The Kim Porter ‘memoir’ is fake. It is also offensive – a shameless attempt to profit from tragedy.”

Porter and Sure! were married from 1989 to 1990 and had a son, Quincy, together.

Porter and Combs were off and on from 1994 until 2007, and have three children together.

Porter died from pneumonia in 2018.

Sure! is also asking that an investigation into her death be reopened, telling us, he wants, “Justice for Kimberly Porter.”

“Let’s solve this situation with Kimberly Porter,” he told us. “This wonderful human being does not deserve to be deceased. The math is finally matching that she is not just gone by mistake.”

In their collective statement, her children addressed rumors about her cause of death, saying “The cause of her death has long been established. There was no foul play.”

The book was published before Combs was arrested and charged with racketeering and trafficking among other allegations.

He  pleaded not guilty  to the charges, and is being  held without bond  at the  Metropolitan Detention Center  in Brooklyn, NY.

Prosecutors allege that Combs forced victims and sex workers to perform in wild so-called  “Freak Offs.”  

His lawyer has fired back, “These are consensual adults doing what consensual adults do… we can’t get so puritanical in this country to think that somehow sex is a bad thing because if it was, there would be no more people.”

In 2023, Combs was sued by his former girlfriend, singer Cassie, who accused him of domestic and sexual abuse. They quickly settled the suit a day later, though Combs admitted to wrongdoing.

In May, a video emerged of him viciously beating her in a hotel hallway, for which he then publicly apologized.

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