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Amazon KDP — Not always particularly easy to deal with in 2024! 😱
Amazon KDP — Not always particularly easy to deal with in 2024! 😱
I recently published a new Sudoku book.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Aug 19
Presenting my first Sudoku book — an expansion of the “business empire” 😀
Presenting my first Sudoku book — an expansion of the “business empire” 😀
My first Sudoku book went live yesterday, and now I’m eagerly awaiting the results from this market segment.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Aug 11
DIY Book Marketing in 2024 and Beyond: How to Create Free Promotional Materials That Sell!
DIY Book Marketing in 2024 and Beyond: How to Create Free Promotional Materials That Sell!
Craft Cost-Effective Marketing Materials: Engage Readers and Boost Book Sales Without Breaking the Bank
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 24
Back in business! I’ve gone from bad standing to good standing. 😀
Back in business! I’ve gone from bad standing to good standing. 😀
It’s time to go through the books again, now that I have my Amazon KDP Dashboard back
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 23
Alert from Amazon KDP! 😱 (We have temporarily suspended you account!)
Alert from Amazon KDP! 😱 (We have temporarily suspended you account!)
So, it’s happening again. And I haven’t changed a single comma since the last warning I received last month. At that time, I reviewed all…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 23
Amazon’s ad system can feel like trying to crack a secret code sometimes.
These are the words in an email I received from Dave Chesson, the creator of Publisher Rocket.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 22
Amazon ads on steroids — big news in Publisher Rocket. And a free course you can join
Amazon ads on steroids — big news in Publisher Rocket. And a free course you can join
I have received this message from the provider of Publisher Rocket. I plan to look into it in the near future, but so you don’t miss out…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 21
I have surpassed $1000 in Amazon KDP royalties on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 - 289 days since my first…
I have surpassed $1000 in Amazon KDP royalties on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 - 289 days since my first…
If I can do it, so can you. And it was achieved with only 15 coloring books.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 21
Exciting News: I’ve Become an Affiliate — Grab Your Exclusive Discount Coupons Now!
Exciting News: I’ve Become an Affiliate — Grab Your Exclusive Discount Coupons Now!
I am trying to elevate my level and have now applied to several different suppliers to become an affiliate for them.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jul 1
Earnings from Amazon KDP in June 2024 — Now over 500 books sold and the $1000 milestone is very…
Earnings from Amazon KDP in June 2024 — Now over 500 books sold and the $1000 milestone is very…
Now one of the “big” milestones is approaching. Maybe not so much in terms of the amount, but a very significant psychological barrier.
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 30
500 Books Sold: One Milestone Achieved, Next Goal of $1000 Just Around the Corner!
500 Books Sold: One Milestone Achieved, Next Goal of $1000 Just Around the Corner!
IIt’s a wonderful day today. I have just recorded my 500th sold book (more are on the way, I know, but that’s what has been processed so…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 30
Boost Your Book’s Success: Get Reviews Fast with Booksprout!
Boost Your Book’s Success: Get Reviews Fast with Booksprout!
This is a practical guide on how to get your book reviewed on Booksprout (even if it’s “just” a coloring book).
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 15
Alert from Amazon KDP! 😱(If you have published many books, you should read this!)
Alert from Amazon KDP! 😱(If you have published many books, you should read this!)
I have only received a warning from Amazon once before, and thankfully, I resolved it quickly. But this time, it’s a bit more complicated…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 12
Master AI Techniques in Midjourney to Create Stunning Coloring Book Illustrations
Master AI Techniques in Midjourney to Create Stunning Coloring Book Illustrations
Sometimes you just need a recipe for how to create something, rather than vague comments like “you can just use this program to throw that…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 8
Here’s My Toolbox: Essential Tools for Crafting Your Amazon KDP Masterpieces
Here’s My Toolbox: Essential Tools for Crafting Your Amazon KDP Masterpieces
When I create my coloring books, I use these tools. Some tools are paid, while others are free. I’ve included links below, but I haven’t…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 7
Earnings from Amazon KDP in May 2024–3rd best month so far — $1000 milestone approaching
Earnings from Amazon KDP in May 2024–3rd best month so far — $1000 milestone approaching
The month started off really well and gave good sales figures. I released a new coloring book, which is the first book in a new series…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Jun 2
The Swiss Army knife of 2024 tools: Skip it, and you’re missing out!
The Swiss Army knife of 2024 tools: Skip it, and you’re missing out!
I frequently use this tool, among many others, for creating my coloring books. However, it’s so versatile that you can apply it to many of…
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 23
It’s 2024: Are We Hitting the Right Target Audience?
It’s 2024: Are We Hitting the Right Target Audience?
Many activity books/coloring books on Amazon try to target an incredibly broad audience.
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 22
Amazon’s 2024 update to advertising: “We’ve changed the requirements for Sponsored Brands product…
Amazon’s 2024 update to advertising: “We’ve changed the requirements for Sponsored Brands product…
“Ads without a custom image won’t deliver and won’t receive impressions after May 31, 2024”.
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 15
Facelift v. 2.0 — Updated My Amazon Author Bio — What Do You Think?
Facelift v. 2.0 — Updated My Amazon Author Bio — What Do You Think?
After my facelift:
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 15
Hi, I am M.I. Norsbook version 2.0
Hi, I am M.I. Norsbook version 2.0
Dear readers, I hereby present my new self.
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 11
Earnings from Amazon KDP in April 2024 — Results of experimentation
Earnings from Amazon KDP in April 2024 — Results of experimentation
After March (and Easter), which was my best month so far, I decided to experiment with my Amazon advertising setup. I also experimented…
Mark Ian Norsbook
May 2
This free tool surpasses Amazon’s own when it comes to setting your book prices
This free tool surpasses Amazon’s own when it comes to setting your book prices
It’s crucial to set the right prices on Amazon when you’re doing your sales. But there’s actually a tool that beats Amazon’s own. Besides…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Apr 22
New coloring book in April 2024
New coloring book in April 2024
If you want to keep up with new books from me, you have the opportunity here! 😊
Mark Ian Norsbook
Apr 18
Liberation action: Starting a side hustle and can it support you?
Liberation action: Starting a side hustle and can it support you?
You need to read this if you dream of a life that’s more than just a hamster wheel. If you, like me, are still in a 9–5 job but dreaming of…
Mark Ian Norsbook
Apr 10
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