As the self-publishers in your life can tell you, exposure and marketing can be the most difficult part of the job. Networking is not just a word, it is a way of life. As we do our best to make our voices heard in the sea of other self-publishers, we owe it to ourselves to be as efficient and productive with our time as possible. As a result, it would be silly to not take advantage of the largest possible viewership outlets, if at all possible.
This is why I use Amazon. If for no other reason, it is the biggest source of valid exposure I have. Many things I require as a publisher are already in place, and the company is a household name. While no system is perfect, Amazon is necessary, I believe, if a person considers themselves to be serious about self-publishing.
A conflict arises when our devout and loyal readers do not have Kindle, and we, as publishers, use the "Kindle Direct" feature of Amazon. While it creates a sense of exclusitivity, it also allows the publishers of eBooks to tap an otherwise unavailable source of readers. Since it is for a limited time (90 days), there is no reason for us not to give it a try, depending on the type of eBook we are putting out there.
There is an easy way to continue to show your love for your favorite authors when this conflict arises. Simply download an app. That's all. A Kindle reader app. You only have to use it if you are wanting to support Indie authors who use the unique service provided by Amazon, if you wish. It is such an easy thing to do, with such far-reaching benefits.
CLICK HERE to choose which version you prefer to use. They have versions for PC's, Androids, Blackberries, iPhones, and more. Please take the time to do this one simple thing so that you may continue to help those diligent Indie self-publishers in your life. Thank you.
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