Actionable guides, strategy breakdowns, and data-driven tips for self-published authors running Amazon Ads.
Series authors have a massive advertising advantage over standalone book authors. Learn how to structure your campaigns to maximize read-through revenue, use Book 1 as a loss leader, and calculate your true series ACOS.
StrategyASIN targeting lets you place your book ad directly on competitor product pages. Learn how to find the right ASINs, set competitive bids, and convert competitor readers into your buyers.
Ad FormatsLockscreen Ads are Amazon's most underused ad format for KDP authors. This complete guide covers setup, targeting, creative best practices, and how to combine them with Sponsored Products for maximum eBook sales.
AutomationManual bid management is killing your time and your ACOS. Learn how KDP advertising automation works, what to automate first, and how authors are scaling to $10K+/month with AI-powered campaigns.
KeywordsDiscover how to find high-converting keywords for your KDP books, choose the right match types, and set bids that maximize sales while keeping ACOS under control.
StrategyShould you run Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, or both? This deep comparison shows KDP authors exactly when to use each ad type — and how to combine them for maximum book sales.
Getting StartedNever run an Amazon ad before? This beginner's guide walks you through every step — from account setup to your first live campaign — with no jargon and no wasted budget.
OptimizationACOS eating into your royalties? This step-by-step guide shows KDP authors exactly how to reduce Advertising Cost of Sales and turn Amazon ads into a profit engine.
Free Google Sheet: break-even ACOS, true profit per sale, and optimal bid ceiling for any book. Plus weekly KDP ads tips.
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