Introduction
Welcome
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Using the exercise files
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1. Understanding Ebooks
What is an ebook and how do you read one?
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Getting ebook files onto devices for reading
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Ebook trends and what they mean to publishers
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2. Measurement, Tracking, and Analysis Tools for Authors and Publishers
Putting the Google Adwords Keyword tool to use when publishing
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How publishers use Google Alerts
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Evaluating your online presence
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Author rankings and book monitoring
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How publishers use Google Trends
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3. Launching Ebooks: The Basics
Introduction and categorizing your addressable audience
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Getting reviews
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Distributing ebooks for reviews
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Writing and distributing an ebook press release
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Networking with authors and publishers
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Using ebook marketing handouts
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4. Ebook Launch Fundamentals: Predistribution Planning and Tasks
Beginning with a quality file
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ISBN requirements for ebooks
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Securing copyright and why it's important
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Cataloging in print
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Is digital rights management (DRM) and copy protection right for you?
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Ebook cover formatting
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Ebook royalties
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The art of pricing ebooks
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Preparing your metadata in advance
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5. Direct Distribution
Introduction to direct distribution
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Using Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) from Amazon
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Using the Barnes & Noble NOOK Press
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Using iTunes Connect for the iBookstore
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Using Kobo Writing Life
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6. Aggregators/Third-Party Distribution Options
Considerations when selecting an aggregator
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Evaluating commission-based aggregators and a detailed look at using Smashwords
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Evaluating fee-based aggregators and a detailed look at using BookBaby
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7. Amazon Tools for Publishers
Introduction to Amazon Services
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Using KDP Select
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Creating an Author Central profile
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Using Amazon Associates
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How ebook publishers can leverage CreateSpace
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Using Goodreads and Shelfari
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8. Leverage Your Book Investment: What Else Can You Do with Your Ebook Files?
Selling directly
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Tools for selling one or a few ebook titles at a time
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Giving your ebook away for free: Why and how
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Ex_Files_Market_Ebooks_FREE.zip
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