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✍️ Desk of Amy Suto: How Much Money Can You Make as a Self-Published Author?

✍️ Desk of Amy Suto: How Much Money Can You Make as a Self-Published Author?

Breaking down new data on the earnings of self-published book authors.

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Jan 24, 2024
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Happy Wednesday! Today ✍️ From the Desk of Amy Suto paid subscribers will get an exclusive issue about…

✨ How much money do self-published authors make in a year?

🧪 Do self-published authors make more or less than traditionally published authors?

📚 How can you build a full-time living as an author?

💰 How Much Money Do Self-Published Authors Make?

my favorite vintage jacket from Italy and beloved leather-bound notebook

Anytime you’re considering doing anything for a job, it’s worth asking —

How much can I make doing this? Can I get paid for this, or is this going to be a “hobby” activity?

Now, there’s nothing wrong with pursuing underwater basket weaving as a profession, as long as you’re not expecting to live in a mansion by the beach. In fact, you might even enjoy your basket weaving more if you have another job that pays the bills, allowing you to weave stress-free.

When I’m working with my book ghostwriting and developmental editing clients, they often ask —

How much can I make from this book if I self-publish?

So let me answer that question for you:

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