Ep 16: From Lost to Found: Using Genre & Metadata to Skyrocket Book Sales

From Lost to Found: Using Genre & Metadata to Skyrocket Book Sales with Stacey Smekofske & Troy Lambert "The Plot Dude” Ever feel like you picked the wrong genre and now your book is in the witness protection program on Amazon? 😅 You're not alone—and we've got answers. In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey and Troy dish on the spicy world of genre and subgenre trends. We’re talking Amazon metadata, BISAC codes, category updates, and how to position your book so it doesn’t end up buried under a pile of vampire cowboys and spicy mermaid thrillers. Troy even pulls out a K-lytics deep dive on Cozy Fantasy (spoiler: it’s ✨magically trending✨) and we share our favorite tools for choosing the right genre and categories when publishing. Here’s what we cover: • Why genre and subgenre choices are crucial for your book marketing • How to avoid getting stuck in the wrong Amazon category • The surprising power of metadata and how to use it like a pro • Tips for staying on top of Amazon’s shifting categories • Tools we use to research genre trends, reader demand, and competition 🔥 Whether you're writing romantasy, cozy mystery, sci-fi western horror, or something uniquely you, this convo is packed with insights to help you find your ideal readers. 📚 Learn more about turning your story into a pro-level product Stacey at www. EditsbyStacey.com ✍️ Plot stuck? Genre confused? Get Troy's genius at Troy Lambert Writes   📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more publishing industry tips, writing craft insights, and behind-the-scenes nerdy fun with fellow authorpreneurs. #SelfPublishing #GenreTrends #CozyFantasy #AmazonCategories #InPrintAcademy #ThePlotDude #BookMarketingTips #AuthorBusiness #Klytics #MetadataMatters #TroyLambert #IndieAuthors #BookLaunchTips #PublishingStrategy