Hi Jim,

I’m going through the motions on Createspace and KDP. I’m trying to decide how much to charge for my books. It’s hard, I want to maximize my profits while at the same time, not sticking it to the readers. It’s tough because I don’t know whether it’s better to mark it at a lower price to attract more sales or count on people liking my book and putting it at a higher price.

However, I need to figure that out on my own. My question is actually on a certain part of the KDP where it asks you whether or not to offer the digital version for free for those who buy a hard copy. What do you think about that? I mean, I keep going back and forth on it…

Thanks,
Wal

Hi Wal,

First, let me apologize to my readers en mass. I have been neglecting my mailbox due to the development of The Orphans of Haven and because my wife is expecting our next child… in the next two weeks.

Still, I want to try to cover a few here and there so that my inbox doesn’t go too crazy.

Okay, Wal… honestly that’s a tough one. I would say that you’d want to price it low. Think about it. It’s literally the difference between making $.35/book or $.50/book. You can always increase the price later if you must, though I’d advise against it. You’re really never going to become that rich from book sales.

But as you say, that’s not what you asked. IMHO, I think if someone’s willing to shell out the extra $5-10 for a hard copy of your book in this digital age, the ethical thing to do would be to allow them to download a digital copy for free. At least that’s how my mind works.

Yes, one can argue that’s like saying that someone who buys the book should get a second copy free, but I guess I’m a little old school in my thinking that not all formats of a book are equal. So take it as you will.

Anyway, there really isn’t much more to say on this one. That’s my opinion, but let’s open it up to the floor and see what the rest of my readers think.

Thanks!

Readers,

Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me.

jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com

I’ll use those comments to select my next blog post.

I have been writing for several years, have 4 published works, experience with publishing and independent work, so I can hopefully be of assistance.

Please note, I only do one of these a day and will do my best to respond to everyone, but it may take some time.

Also, feel free to check out my works of Fantasy and Historical Fiction, Available on Amazon and where ever books are sold. See the link below:

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Note:
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Thanks friends!

Catch you on the flip side!

-Jim