dave chesson

On Unlocking Amazon's Hidden Categories: A Path to Publishing Success

Join us for an eye-opening episode that will supercharge your publishing journey and leave you ahead of the game. In this riveting conversation, hosts Kathleen and Adanna dive deep into the heart of Amazon's latest category conundrum with Amazon expert Dave Chesson of Kindlepreneur. 

Have you heard of "ghost categories?" These elusive realms are new in Amazon's category system and have confounded authors, making it challenging to become bestsellers or even get noticed on category pages. If you're in the publishing world, this is essential intel you can't afford to miss.

Dave shares invaluable insights on how to identify and conquer these ghost categories. He lays out the strategies for using keywords effectively to skyrocket your book's visibility. It's like having a treasure map to the hidden gems of Amazon's marketplace. And, he unveils a game-changing tool called Publisher Rocket.

But that's not all. We'll also explore why keeping your finger on the pulse of Amazon's changes is a MUST for success. In a rapidly evolving industry, staying informed is the key to your publishing endeavors. 

Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode will empower you with insider tips from folks working in the publishing industry. Learn how traditional publishers lag behind, while indie authors have the ability to adapt and thrive in the ever-changing landscape. It's time to take the reins of your writing destiny!

Don't miss out! Subscribe to Talking Book Publishing Podcast now and equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to make you a formidable force in the publishing world. 

Extra: 

INSANE Amazon Category Change [NEW Rocket Feature] - Watch it on YouTube

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On today’s show, we have international best-selling author and retired N.S.A. and C.I.A. Intelligence Officer Alma Katsu. 

Alma is an internationally award-winning novelist best known for her works in historical/horror/paranormal fiction, including The Hunger, one of NPR’s 100 favorite horror stories, and The Deep, nominated for the Stoker and Locus awards for the best horror novel, and a recent finalist for the Library of Virginia’s novel of the year. Her most recent book, Red Widow, draws on her career as an intelligence officer, was a NY Times Book Review Editor’s Choice, and is in development with FOX as a TV series.

Alma worked over thirty years in the N.S.A. and C.I.A. and offers a unique perspective and expertise to her writing with accurate portrayals of the American intelligence community. 

In today’s episode you will learn:

·      How Alma started her career in the American intelligence community.

·      How her personal life was no longer hers and was scrutinized by her employer, the United States government.

·      How she balanced her very secretive career with her personal life.

·      How she started writing later in life and how she became a successful author.

·      What it felt like to have Stephen King write a blurb for her.

 All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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#84: Dave Chesson is a Veteran, Entrepreneur, creator of Kindlepreneur.com,
Publisherrocket.com, author, marketing expert, and host of The Book Marketing Show.

Dave has helped millions of people self-publish their first book, and today, he's giving you all the tools!

In this episode, Dave talks about why he became an entrepreneur.
He talks about his first book and how he improved his writing skills. 
Dave shares tips for beginners and the average budget for publishing a book.  ​
He talks about the best tools and tips that Amazon sellers can use to their advantage

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