Direct Sales in Self-Publishing with Katie Cross, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 10

Jack, Kelli, and Emma spend time with friend of the pod, Katie Cross! This wide ranging conversation dives into the business of direct sales, building a community of readers, crowdfunding, and Katie's writing process. [Katie Cross's Bookstore] https://katiecrossbooks.com/  Sign-up for Upcoming BookFunnel Webinars https://calendly.com/jack_bookfunnel  Join the Discussion in the BookFunnel Authors Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14N8Xw8JPc/  Questions? We can help! Leave a comment on this video or at [email protected] and we'll get back to you as soon as we can with an answer to your question!  [Chapters] 00:00 Introduction to Direct Sales for Authors 00:41 Meet the Hosts and Guest 01:27 Katie Cross's Background and Journey 02:15 Accountability and Creative Projects 10:22 Tips from the Trenches: Self-Publishing Advice 22:47 Deep Dive into Direct Sales 34:15 Affiliate Program Challenges 34:51 Engaging with Readers: Coffee with Katie 35:55 Incentive Programs and Direct Sales 37:35 The Pressure of Direct Sales 41:46 Tracking Reader Behavior 43:45 Strategies for Direct Sales 54:33 Self-Narration Journey 01:05:05 Pricing and Sales Strategies 01:10:44 Launching Books 11 and 12: Ad Strategies and Long-Term Goals 01:12:28 Kickstarter Adventures: Diversifying Income Streams 01:15:50 The Network Series: Special Editions and Future Plans 01:18:02 Balancing Multiple Revenue Streams: KU, Direct Sales, and Kickstarter 01:24:07 The Writing Journey: From Nursing to Full-Time Author 01:28:57 The Katie Cross Method: Writing, Outlining, and Productivity 01:43:34 Upcoming Releases and Future Plans 01:44:55 Final Thoughts and Farewell