In this solo episode of Beyond the Book, host JoAnn Dickinson shares one of the most important lessons she’s learned from interviewing countless authors — the critical need to control your own Amazon KDP account.
Whether you publish independently or work with a hybrid publisher, having your own KDP login means you can:
✅ Schedule free eBook promotions
✅ Add and update A+ Content
✅ Monitor your Amazon listings, categories, and keywords
✅ Avoid paying unnecessary fees for simple changes
JoAnn breaks down the publishing paths she sees most often, the risks of letting someone else control your account, and the best practices to ensure you stay in the driver’s seat of your author journey.
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