How to Make Money with Print Books (Even with Low Sales)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Release Date: 04/14/2025
The Ultimate Indie Author Sales Strategy: What I’d Do If I Had to Start Over
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
What if you had to start from scratch? In this episode, I’ll share the exact roadmap for indie authors, how to build a brand from nothing, and what actually works for long-term success. Whether you’re a new author or a seasoned pro, this is your playbook for more book sales. Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through...
info_outline
Amazon’s New Print Cut: Greed or Survival? | Self-Publishing News (May 19, 2025)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Amazon KDP just announced a major change to print royalties, and the publishing world is buzzing. In this week’s self-publishing news, we cover the updated royalty rates, what it means for paperback authors, and how it may or may not tie into the rise of low-content and AI-generated books. We also look at a major court ruling that could finally open the door for easier mobile eBook sales, plus a new report from the U.S. Copyright Office on artificial intelligence and training data. If you care about book sales, author income, or where publishing is headed next, don’t miss this week's...
info_outline
How to Sell Audiobooks (Even If You Can’t Afford a Narrator)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Want to publish an audiobook but can’t afford a narrator? Discover AI narration vs. professional narration, where to distribute audiobooks, and how to market them effectively. Audiobooks are growing FAST—don’t miss out on this huge revenue opportunity! Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I...
info_outline
New Tools, Real Scams, and Big Author Warnings | Self-Publishing News (May 12, 2025)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Scams are getting smarter—and authors are the new target. In this week’s publishing news, we cover what to avoid, what to watch for, and the latest tools helping indie authors succeed. Plus, the U.S. Copyright Office just made your publishing life a lot easier. Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Sources: Spotify for Authors Terms of Use - INAudio - U.S. Copyright Office Releases New...
info_outline
How to Run Profitable Ads Without Losing Your Shirt
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Scared of losing money on ads? Learn how to start small, scale up, and make your ads profitable without overspending. Whether you’re using Amazon Ads, Facebook Ads, or BookBub, these ad strategies will help you turn clicks into sales. Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Advertising for Books - Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only...
info_outline
Findaway Voices Is Gone? What Authors Need to Know | Self-Publishing News (May 5, 2025)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Something big is happening in the audiobook world—Spotify just changed how indie authors distribute their audiobooks, and it could impact your publishing future. In this week’s Self-Publishing News, I’ll break down what’s happening with Findaway Voices and the brand-new company INAudio. Plus, updates from Laterpress, PublishDrive, and a new feature inside Dibbly Create that could change how you write your next book. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week! Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter -...
info_outline
How to Automate Your Book Sales (So You Can Write More Books)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
What if your books could sell themselves? Discover how to automate book marketing, set up sales funnels, and use email sequences to generate consistent book sales on autopilot. Work smarter, not harder, and free up more time to write! Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or...
info_outline
Publisher Rocket Just Got a Major Upgrade | Self-Publishing News (Apr. 28, 2025)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Major updates are shaking up the self-publishing world this week! A popular author tool just expanded its reach, a new feature could help you earn more from your book sales, and indie authors now have a surprising new way to boost their global discoverability. Plus, one important deadline is coming fast—you don't want to miss it. Let’s dive in! Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - heck out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Sources: ...
info_outline
Book Promotion Myths That Keep You Broke
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Think you need expensive ads or a huge following to sell books? Think again! This episode busts common book marketing myths, exposes money-wasting tactics, and reveals what actually gets results. Stop making these mistakes and start selling more books today! Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Promotional Strategies for Books - My List of Book Promo Lists - Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Where noted, some outbound links...
info_outline
Audiobooks Just Got Bigger—Here’s Why | Self-Publishing News (Apr. 21, 2025)
The Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast
Scammers are targeting authors, a major audiobook platform is expanding into new countries, and a new tool promises to simplify website building for indie writers. Plus, I uncovered a lesser-known audiobook distribution option you’ll want to keep your eye on. All that and more in this week’s self-publishing news roundup—don’t miss it. Book Award Pro - (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - Subscribe to my email newsletter - Join Channel Memberships - Join Me on Discord - Check out my main YouTube channel - My Books - Wanna tip me? Visit . Sources: If You’re...
info_outlinePrint books aren’t dead! Discover how to price your print books for profit, which print-on-demand platforms work best, and how to sell more paperbacks without breaking the bank. If you’re looking to maximize your earnings, this episode is for you!
- Book Award Pro - https://DaleLinks.com/BookAwardPro (affiliate link)
Sources:
- Print Book Sales Saw a Small Sales Increase in 2024 - https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/96842-print-book-sales-saw-a-small-sales-increase-in-2024.html
- Global Book Market 2023: Revenue growth in many countries despite major challenges - https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/2024/global-book-market-2023-revenue-growth-in-many-countries-despite-major-challenges/
- Global Book Market 2024 shaped by strong fiction, declining non-fiction and slower price increases - https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/2024/global-book-market-2024-shaped-by-strong-fiction-declining-non-fiction-and-slower-price-increases/
- The Alliance of Independent Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/ALLi (affiliate link)
- Alliance of Independent Author’s Watchdog List – https://DaleLinks.com/Watchdog
- Wide Publishing for Authors - DaleLinks.com/WideBook
- Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - https://TheSelfPublishingHub.com
- Subscribe to my email newsletter - https://DaleLinks.com/SignUp
- Join Channel Memberships - https://DaleLinks.com/Memberships
- Join Me on Discord - https://DaleLinks.com/Discord
- Check out my main YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DaleLRoberts
- My Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks
- Wanna tip me? Visit https://dalelroberts.gumroad.com/coffee.
Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding!
- Dale L. Roberts