Navigating Kindle Unlimited's Page Read Decline

The growing chorus of authors reporting mysterious declines in their Kindle Unlimited page reads has sparked anxiety throughout the indie publishing community. But before you panic about your own KU numbers, this episode dives deep into what's really happening behind the scenes.Penny and Amy explore the multifaceted reasons behind fluctuating page read counts, from seasonal shifts and algorithm changes to subscription saturation and increased competition from AI-generated content. They challenge the dangerous "set it and forget it" mentality that leaves authors vulnerable to Amazon's ever-evolving ecosystem.What makes this conversation particularly valuable is the strategic alternatives they offer. The duo is also doing a deep dive in Amazon's recent Kindle Unlimited policy changes, which is an exciting development for authors!Whether you're all-in on Kindle Unlimited, considering enrollment, or deliberately staying wide, this episode provides critical perspective on navigating Amazon's subscription service with eyes wide open. Subscribe to the podcast for more insider insights on book marketing strategies that actually work in today's publishing landscape.Send us your feedback!Preorder Think Local Sell Global and claim your free Local Buzz Blueprint, a customized local visibility plan with personalized outreach ideas, pitch angles, and ready-to-use marketing tools built around your book and community! Offer ends July 31.📱 Text Penny & Amy: Send your marketing questions, show feedback, and episode ideas. Text PODCAST to (888) 402-8940 to join and get new episode alerts. Save our number!⭐ Enjoying the show? Please follow the podcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your reviews help more authors discover the show.💬 Don't use Apple Podcasts? Email your review to [email protected] and we'll feature it on our website.