• Confusion around KDP metadata (keywords, categories, BISAC vs. Amazon browse nodes) leading to poor discoverability
• Inconsistent interior and cover formatting for print and Kindle (trim sizes, margins, bleed, TOC, EPUB validation)
• Unclear, underperforming launch plans (ARC teams, ethical reviews, pricing strategy, promo stacking, Amazon Ads)
✓ Higher margins and pricing control compared to traditional publishing
✓ Faster time-to-market with iterative updates based on reader feedback and data
✓ Direct audience growth via lead magnets, list-building, and owned media