How I Made Over $6,490 from 8 Math Workbooks on Amazon KDP!

Hey there,

If this is your first time here on my blog, I am Subha, and I have been publishing low content and medium content books on Amazon since May 2017.

While publishing books, I have been sharing my wins and losses along the way.

I’m excited to share my self-publishing journey on Amazon KDP, specifically focusing on my math workbooks.

In this post, I’ll reveal the key strategies that helped me earn over $6,490 from 8 math workbooks, and I’ll also share the tools and resources that made it all possible.

Whether you’re just starting or looking to optimize your self-publishing efforts, these insights will be invaluable.

If you’re interested in passive income and self-publishing, this post is for you.

Getting Started with Amazon KDP

I started with a simple idea: creating educational content that helps kids improve their math skills.

After some research and planning, I decided to focus on math workbooks.

So far, I’ve published 9 math workbooks. Out of these, 8 are live, and one didn’t quite make the cut in terms of royalties.

The Results

From these 8 live math workbooks, I’ve earned $6,492.54 in royalties. It feels great to see the impact of my work and the rewards it brings.

However, it’s important to note that this amount isn’t all profit. Running ads on Amazon is a crucial part of my strategy to reach more customers.

Advertising Expenses

I run ads both on Amazon US and Amazon Canada. Here’s a breakdown of my ad spend:

• Amazon US: $3,348.24
• Amazon Canada: CA$53.19 (which is approximately $40.05 USD)

So, my total ad spend is around $3,388.29 USD.

Net Profit From 8 Math Workbooks

After accounting for my ad spend, the net profit from my 8 live math workbooks is $6,492.54 (royalties) — $3,388.29 (total ad spend), which equals $3,104.25.

While this figure reflects the direct profit after advertising expenses, it’s important to remember that the visibility and sales generated by the ads have been crucial in achieving these results.

Why Ads Matter

You might wonder why I spend so much on ads. The truth is, ads help my books get noticed.

With millions of books on Amazon, standing out can be challenging. Ads ensure that my math workbooks reach the right audience, leading to more sales and ultimately, more royalties.

Tools and Resources

Creating these workbooks wouldn’t have been possible without some fantastic tools and resources.

Here are two that I highly recommend:

1. KDP Masterclass by Self Publishing Titans

This masterclass is a game-changer.

It’s packed with valuable insights and strategies that have helped me optimize my publishing process and maximize my royalties.

If you’re serious about self-publishing, this is the best recommendation I can give you.

Checkout KDP Masterclass

2. Math Worksheets Generator

This software is a lifesaver. It allows me to create math workbooks super-fast, saving me tons of time and effort.

If you’re planning to create educational content, this tool is a must-have.

Checkout Math Worksheets Generator

Key Strategies

Here are some of the key strategies that have helped me succeed:

1. Creating a KDP Brand and Optimizing My Amazon Author Central Account: Establishing a strong brand presence and optimizing my Amazon Author Central account helped increase my visibility and credibility.
2. Consistent Book Covers, Interiors, and Metadata: I ensured that all my book covers, interiors, and metadata were consistent and professional, making my books easily recognizable.
3. A+ Content for Each Book: I created A+ content for each book using the color scheme from the book covers. This enhanced the visual appeal and provided additional information to potential buyers.
4. Running Amazon Ads for Every Book: I ran Amazon ads for every book as soon as it went live. This immediate promotion helped boost visibility and sales right from the start.

Final Thoughts

Self-publishing on Amazon KDP has been an exciting and rewarding journey for me.

It’s not always easy, and there are challenges along the way, but the rewards make it all worthwhile.

If you’re looking to start your own self-publishing journey, I encourage you to dive in, use the right tools, and keep learning.

If you have any questions or need more insights, feel free to reach out. I’m here to help you succeed in your self-publishing journey.

Happy publishing!

Subha

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