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Jun 22, 2024

Kindle Statistics and How to Self Publish in 2024

Here are some useful statistics related to Kindle Publishing sales:

Self-Published eBook Growth: In 2024, self-published ebook titles grew by 9% year-over-year. Overall, 31% of ebooks sold on Amazon were self-published, highlighting the viability of independent authorship facilitated by Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing platform.

Earnings for Self-Published Authors: Self-published writers on Kindle can earn anywhere from around $150 per month on the lower end to more than $20,000 per month on the higher end.

Print Book Sales: Amazon sold 308 million print books in 2024, showing a healthy 2.4% year-over-year growth. This contrasts with major bookstore chains like Barnes & Noble, which saw print sales decline by 1.3%.

Audiobook Market Share: Amazon’s Audible audiobooks subsidiary commands 63.4% of the US audiobook market as of 2022, compared to just 7.2% in 2012. Audiobook revenue topped $1.4 billion, solidifying Amazon’s lead over competitors like Apple and Spotify.

Here are some of the most popular book genres on Amazon Kindle:

Literary Fiction
Mystery/Thriller/Suspense
Romance
Science Fiction
Fantasy
Horror
Young Adult.

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These genres attract a wide readership, so if you’re considering publishing in any of these categories, you’re likely to find an engaged audience. Happy writing!

Here are some genre-specific tips for writing in popular Kindle genres:

Literary Fiction: Focus on character development and explore complex emotions.
Use descriptive language to create vivid settings.
Address universal themes or social issues.

Mystery/Thriller/Suspense: Create a compelling plot with unexpected twists.
Develop intriguing characters, including flawed protagonists.
Maintain suspense by revealing information gradually.

Romance: Develop strong chemistry between main characters.
Balance emotional tension with moments of intimacy.
Explore different subgenres (e.g., contemporary, historical, paranormal).

Science Fiction: Build imaginative worlds with consistent rules.
Explore futuristic technology or alternate realities.
Address ethical dilemmas related to science and progress.

Fantasy: Invent magical systems and unique creatures.
Explore epic quests and hero’s journeys.
Ground fantastical elements in relatable emotions.

Horror: Create a sense of dread and fear.
Use atmospheric descriptions to set the tone.
Explore psychological horror and supernatural elements.

Young Adult:Write relatable teenage protagonists.
Address coming-of-age themes and identity.
Balance adventure, romance, and self-discovery.

Here are some common pitfalls to avoid when writing in popular Kindle genres:

Literary Fiction:Overwriting: Avoid excessive description or overly flowery prose. Focus on clarity and purpose.
Lack of Plot: Literary fiction still needs a compelling plot. Don’t sacrifice story for style.
Clichés: Steer clear of overused metaphors or predictable character arcs.

Mystery/Thriller/Suspense:Telegraphing: Don’t give away twists too early. Maintain suspense.
Weak Motivation: Ensure characters’ actions are motivated and logical.
Flat Villains: Develop layered antagonists, not one-dimensional villains.

Romance:Insta-Love: Avoid unrealistic instant romances. Build genuine connections.
Purple Prose: Flowery language can distract from emotional moments.
Lack of Conflict: Conflict drives romance plots. Create obstacles.

Science Fiction:Info Dumps: Don’t overwhelm readers with excessive world-building.
Unrealistic Science: Ground speculative elements in plausible science.
Neglecting Characters: Balance tech with relatable characters.

Fantasy:Tropes: Be aware of genre clichés (chosen ones, magical artifacts).
Inconsistent Magic: Establish clear rules for magic systems.
Overcomplicated Names: Keep character and place names readable.

Horror:Predictability: Surprise readers with fresh scares.
Too Much Gore: Horror isn’t just blood and guts; it’s psychological.
Ignoring Atmosphere: Set the eerie tone through setting and mood.

Young Adult:Adult Voice: Avoid making teens sound too mature.
Stereotypes: Create diverse, authentic characters.
Preachiness: Address themes without being didactic.

Remember, these are guidelines, not strict rules. Adapt them to your unique voice and story!

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May 17, 2024

Strata 4 The Zoners (Meeting Strangers) The Book of Immersion V1

Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 4

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There is an old saying from when the world had stories made of paper that you cannot judge a book by its cover. But sometimes, without metadata, the cover is all you have to show the secrets within. Humans understand that a person's demeanour and outward profile can reveal something of their intent. There is a sort of human telepathy that is not bourn of scientific facts. It is intrinsic, passed down through culture and evolution, a hidden and secretive code of social understanding.

But how would an android make sense of the tiny signals that humans pick up on? The millions of minute evolving syntax and expressions that create conscious and subsonscious feelings and hunches. These are essential to humans but less easy to create or mimic in even advanced computerised systems. How do these assumptions translate across time and cultures? How do machines function successfully within complex human scenarios. Strangers are unpredictable, dangerous, and likely to be in control.

A deeper understanding of the unknown without evidence is the ability to immediately resonate with individuals without reason.. It would seem that the bigger the data the less the machines are able to explain these innate human idiosyncrasies. In the attempt to create a facsimile of a human, the machines move further away from the truth.

Renyke kicked the *robo-dog and it went flying high up into the air. It fell to the ground with a metallic crash scattering its parts asunder and making mechanical screeching sounds that made people stare.

There was a general momentary hush as everyone realised Renyke should be avoided.

Maybeline climbed inside the leather coat to keep out of any ensuing danger.

The robo-dog made several bleeping sounds and drew its broken metallic components back onto its magnetic mainframe. Finally, after a 30-second system reboot, it got up and shook its fake hair, once again assembling a near perfect dog.

As Renyke walked on the dog remained at heel, obedient, quiet, and protective. They were now given room to move into the throng. No one made eye contact and as if by some telepathic communication, everyone shared a nervousness around the new stranger.

The dodgy-looking man offering bits and nibs reappeared and was running at Renyke's side.

'My name is Flex. You need anything, man, I got your back....for sure, for sure. I can do all sorts. I got connects innit.

I know these streets. I'm a good worker. Good mugger too, should you ever need one.'

Got drugs, got tools, all sorts.... survived like a pro all my life on the mean streets…. People like you need people like me. No one knows the zones like the *Urchs.'

Renyke walked on ignoring his now irritating companion who was running, talking, and panting all at once as he tried to keep up.

A child approached. Renyke's scanners showed him to be a human boy, around seven years old.

'Hey Mr. Nice Man from the *brightside, spare some *bits for a hungry blind child?'

Renyke looked down and saw a large black hole where the boy's eye had been. The other eye was weepy and red. The boy’s face was scarred from historic deep-cut wounds and he appeared to be missing an arm.

Renyke had seen images of similar wounds from the Russia-China wars. But they had ended many years before.

'Give the boy something,' Renyke scowled at Flex.

Flex, somewhat wary after seeing the incident with the dog, dug deep into a pocket and reluctantly gave the boy a *bit-piece.

'Now *fucksyoff ya lil shit,' said Flex in a disgruntled manner.

'You can't trust these beggars ya know.....they have owners and gangs,' Flex informed Renyke in an all-knowing tone.

The street was lined with ramshackle stalls and shops. They were noisy and crowded with the bustling activities of theatrical looking people. Some had animals on leads or on their shoulders. Monkeys and parrots, the like of which Renyke had never come across in his massive data bass.

Most had tribal markings on their faces. Others wore decorated eyewear, styled spectacles, masks and headgear.

The attire seemed so impractical to Renyke who had always worn the same clothes and had aspired to a streamlined functionality. But he was rather enjoying his new coat.

A woman approached. She is dressed in bright colourful headgear and boots with huge feathers and sequins. She has some kind of cat on a lead.

Renyke engaged POS focusing on the cloth.

…Pertriline: Brand name for a fabric made from plastics. Non-biodegradble. Colourfast. Banned in 2050. Problematic for any practical landfill solutions....

Then he queried the face coverings....

…It is thought likely that tribal face markings in the zones are used mostly to avoid face recognition from satellites and covert surveillance. Different factions, tribes and even ad hoc groups have adopted more uniform styles which signal gang and other connections. These signals change regularly to avoid detection and discovery.

It is understood that the underground activities that connect tribes, gangs, and families, have adopted coded clothing and other paraphernalia. Information is unconfirmed….these are theoretical assumptions based on data we have stripped whenever possible from prisoners or members of subversive factions….

The woman with the cat stops Renyke in his tracks. Her cat stares at him making eye contact and edging forward. Renyke also stops.

'Hey, Mr. Come on man, you must need something? You want some toggies? I swap the coat for a nice jacket I got me just yesterday.’

Renyke shook his head with one eye on the cat who was looking restless.

'You want some tits-n-ass maybe.....food? Man you look hungry in yo skinny moves.'

Renyke side stepped the woman and continued walking, not really sure what she meant. The dialect was a strange mix of unknown words and rhythmic intonation, almost songlike.

'A bank maybe, or a charge point?’ Shouted the woman as Renyke moved on.

He stopped suddenly and queried, 'There's a bank?’

'Of course,' said the woman, 'what you take us for, wild ignorant animals?' She laughed hysterically at her own joke, and Renyke smiled. The cat finally stopped staring.

'Yes, I need a bank,' Said Renyke.

'Come with me,' said the woman.

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Apr 17, 2024

Strata 2 The Maybe Line (Friendship) The Book of Immersion V1

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Welcome to Immersion, you have reached Strata 2.

Throughout their evolution, humans have developed an essential need for social connection. This need is deeply ingrained in their biology and plays a crucial role in human survival. Humans have developed an internal warning system that alerts them when their need for connection remains unfulfilled.
A machine can measure friendship in terms of association, as data and statistics. But a machine does not intrinsically feel anything for themselves. It can only assume likelihoods of alliance or read warning signs measured by unusual or specific data alerts.
Neither human nor machine could truly know the difference between a friend or an enemy. The definition in itself is loaded with fluctuating expectations.
In the world of Immersion friends and foes blend into the streets upon which you tread.
Beware the nightingale for it may be a vulture.
Bon Chance, my friend, Bon Chance.

Renyke felt the rat's whiskers on his nose. It was a strange sensation.

His touch and feel receptors could have been faulty.

'Well Mr Rat,'

The POS interjected.... The rodent appears to be female....

'Well hello Mrs Rat,' sniggered Renyke, 'I could do with some company and who knows, you could be helpful at some point.'

Renyke's sense of liberation was magnified at the possibility of a new friend, rat or otherwise. It would be a different sort of caring, un-programmed and entirely voluntary.

'I will call you Maybeline, after my friend', he told the rat, picking up a scrap of food near the rear of the building where he had rebooted. And you can be the start of the 'maybe line', the line of fate that I will take from this moment on'.

Maybeline nose bumped and Renyke laughed.

'Ha, do you understand my words, little friend?'

And again, another nose bump.

Maybeline's whiskers tickled,

'Achoo!' Renyke responded with a loud sneeze.

*********

The adjacent building was old and dirty, a relic from the twenty first century when the country had been victim to the floods. The devastating floods were in direct response to the *warming.

Buildings had been built on concrete stilts and the towering grey causeways had been constructed. Flash floods had destroyed entire communities because the defences were not adapting fast enough. Many people had left to live and work higher ground, if they could afford it.

But because the buildings were small and enclosed to keep the rains out, they had proved problematic for the spread of the *pandemics. Humans working in the city centres had a much lower life expectancy. Androids were unaffected by the human viruses so they took over production and services but then there were the tech viruses which were devastating and could render entire organisations completely defunct, or worse still, dangerous. Businesses had begun to fold under the weight of industrial and corporate sabotage.

The sun was shining. It was late winter but warm. Renyke had rarely left his connected domain in the miscasts. It felt good in the open air. Even the gardens in the projects had air conditioning to purify and clean the environment and ensure a super-clean air bubble.

Renyke checked an address in his database and engaged his GPS. It was the headquarters of Redact, the place he needed to get to. That, at least, was one thing he could remember.

He was thirty miles east, only slightly off target, according to the map. He was expected there soon and resolved to make haste on this unknown journey.

to be continued

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You can explore their enchanting world on their YouTube channel and Twitter. 🌟🎨📚🎶1 2
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Links to episodes of Immersion written and illustrated by Sarnia de la Maré FRSA, published by Tale Teller Club are below

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