Published On Amazon. Now What?

Published On Amazon. Now What?

In a previous post, we talked about how easy it is to get a book published on Amazon and realize your dream of becoming an Author.

But what is the next step?

Inside Amazon, there is an Author Page that you set up to provide some background information, your list of books and feeds from other sites.

Let’s step through some of the details.

Amazon Author Central is where it all starts.

Start by adding your Biography with a brief outline of your background and, if possible, information on places you have been featured for your expertise. If you don’t have any yet that’s fine add some information that will connect with your readers.

Put a note on your calendar for 30 days and 60 days to go back and update this page with new information from your initial success.

The next key feature of this page is to connect the RSS feed from your blogs. You know that button that you never really knew what it was for and showed you a page of code that you didn’t want to mess with. This is how it works.

Hit the “add blog” text and insert the page link from your blog. In about 24 hours your blog will begin feeding on Amazon.

Next up your Amazon Author Page URL. You only have one shot at this so pick the right name. It doesn’t have to be done right away so if you want to think about it now is the time.

Of course, my suggestion is to use your name that you are publishing under but if it’s not available to make a note to come back later. This URL provides you with an easy link to put on your emails, signatures, social media etc to help promote your books.

Photos- Yes. Add a few that you have or will be using on your other sites as well. Part of building your brand is being visible and a real person.

Videos- Add the links to introduce yourself, key events etc.

And your Twitter feed.

The events section can be updated as you go along. Just keep this page in mind as your career expands.

Now that we have the Amazon Author Page updated to check and see what the Public Page looks like.

This is the page that your Author URL will direct people to so they can see all of your information and your books. When you publish a new book check this page the next day to make sure it shows up. If not, it’s a simple search and click to add it to your page.

One of the best ways to promote your books is to use your blog, Click Here to start today. Your posts could include your background, your inspiration for the book, some teasers and a link to buy it on Amazon and thoughts for your next book.