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  Chapter 6: Choosing the Right Publishing Platform Once your e-book is written, formatted, and edited , the next step is getting it published and into the hands of readers . But how do you choose the right publishing platform? In this chapter, we’ll cover: ✅ Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing – Which is right for you? ✅ The best self-publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, Gumroad, Apple Books, etc.) ✅ Understanding royalties and licensing to maximize profits 6.1 Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing Before choosing a platform, you need to decide whether you want to self-publish or go the traditional publishing route. 🔹 Self-Publishing (The Fast, Independent Option) Self-publishing means you control everything —writing, editing, design, pricing, and marketing. You also keep more of your profits. ✔️ Pros of Self-Publishing: Full creative control over your book Higher royalties (you keep up to 70% of sales) Faster publishing (your ...

Chapter 8: Marketing and Promotion Strategies Writing an e-book is just the beginning— marketing is what actually sells it. Even the best e-book won’t make money if no one knows it exists. In this chapter, we’ll cover: ✅ How to promote your e-book using social media ✅ Why email lists and landing pages are crucial for long-term sales ✅ The difference between paid ads vs. organic marketing (and which is right for you) 8.1 Social Media Marketing Social media is a powerful and free way to promote your e-book. The key is to show up where your audience is already hanging out. 🔹 How to Market Your E-Book on Social Media ✔️ Facebook Groups & Pages Share valuable tips from your book in niche Facebook groups (without spamming). Create a Facebook page for your author brand and run contests/giveaways. ✔️ Instagram & TikTok (Great for Visual Promotion!) Post behind-the-scenes content (e.g., writing process, book cover design). Use Inst...