Strategies for Selling Your Books

 

How to Sell Your Books: 3 Smart Strategies for Authors

Learn how to sell your books using Amazon’s marketplace, surplus author copies, or your own website with print-on-demand. A practical guide for indie authors and publishers.

Executive Summary

Selling books as an indie author requires more than just writing a great manuscript—it demands smart distribution. In this guide, we explore three proven strategies to help you sell your books effectively:

1.      Reselling used books on Amazon

2.      Selling surplus author copies

3.      Using your own website with Amazon KDP author copies

Whether you're decluttering, managing inventory, or building a direct-to-reader model, this post will help you choose the right path.

Final Thoughts

Each strategy offers unique advantages:

·       Amazon’s marketplace = visibility

·       Surplus author copies = inventory management

·       Your own website = full control

Choose the one that aligns with your goals—or combine them for a multi-channel approach.