How To Use TikTok To Sell Low Content Books On Amazon KDP - Make Money Selling Books Online

[@andybaker4861]

I've been on TikTok for a while. It's sort of amazing. People who are in a niche are pretty much INVESTED IN that niche. 'TikTok made me buy this' is something I hear about quite frequently.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Yes I've seen the tiktok made me buy it trend lately!

[@SelfPublishingTitans]

That's interesting. Actually was just thinking about this just yesterday as a possibility

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

I think it's definitely worth trying out.

[@agatateddy1562]

I’m the author of the last one popit coloring book and I would like to warn against using the phrase „popit” because it is a trademark. I received a warning and a temporary kdp ban. As for tiktok and this video, it's worth it if you live in the US because otherwise your videos are shown in the area where you live. Only if your video has about 1 million views then there is a chance that the USA will see it.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Hello! Yes, I thought that PopIt might've been a bit of an issue 😊 That's interesting what you've said about the location, thanks for that info!

[@jillglascock]

What’s a popit?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

@@jillglascock it’s sort of one of those “fidget” toys that’s meant to mimic popping bubble wrap and it’s just a rubber toy that you pop the bubbles in and out.

[@YourChicGeek]

Using Tiktok now for low content book promotions. Having a lot of fun with it and looking forward to see how things go. Thanks for the great ideas!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

How exciting, hope it works for you!

[@3PairDesigns]

Absolutely brilliant! I must confess it took me a couple of minutes to fully understand what the Book Tok journal was about, but once I got it, I thought how incredibly ingenious that was! This video has truly spun off so many great ideas (as your videos often do!) I really am going to dive into this SM trend and see where it could lead me. It will be fun in the process. Thank you Caroline, as always, your kindness of time and energy in sharing these ideas is so appreciated! 😉❣

[@barbz99]

I was also confused about what a book took journal is!

[@EricaCabanas]

Your videos encourage me to promote my first coloring book. You summarize the content of your research very well. Thanks!!!

[@JensenKangalee]

Thank you for sharing this video, it is truly appreciated. I will seriously have to look at TikTok to see how I can make it work for me, especially as I already have an account on that platform, but at the same time, I don't want to make my video look like a desperate sales attempt.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome. All you have to do is show your books and how to use them and it won't look desperate.

[@dread3443]

Great idea. I don’t have a TikTok yet. But I’m going to sign up! Thanks!

[@traceyking7299]

I have high content children's book. I have written three books, and will use Tik Tok to market my books, soon.

[@alohaleslie9407]

I created several #booktok journals a couple of months ago. So far...nada. However, your video is very informative and shows clearly that it works. Off I go to discover what is up with mine. LOL

[@wonderfullymade9903]

Thanks a bunch. I just started a tiktok and I just dropped only one Book (Guide) there. I hope to leverage on this. Thanks again.

[@sheabaeessentials]

I totally felt you when you said you havnt indulged in tik tok lol! However, it is super good for marketing and promotion of any business! Thank you again

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome!

[@AbisArtSkool]

I like your videos. This one is very interesting. Have kept away from tik tok but think I’d be ok with my hands showing!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thank you! LOL yes I'm a bit hesitant about my face being on Tiktok - don't know why!

[@c.a.8550]

I had my poetry on TT but this is definitely something I will do for my low content books! Thank you so much for this idea! A Link will be added as soon as I have some videos :)

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You are welcome! Can't wait to see 😊

[@meggieoneill7084]

Awesome video, thank You! Are they taking the front covers of other people's books and putting them in her journal, as reference?

[@RinRar]

Great content... i will check it. Thanks

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thank you!

[@BB-vq8my]

Getting ready to try this out. We shall see how it goes!

[@mullygirl1]

I'm with you. I am very hesitant about TikTok because it seems so superficial. Also, it seems to be invasive. I guess I'll take another look. Sigh.

[@BonMooney]

Ugh Tiktok, I have been putting it off for ever

[@rev420official5]

Same. Looks like we're in it if we are to win it.

[@JensenKangalee]

hahahaha likewise for me.. I seriously need to look at tiktok now. I already have an account on it too.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Me too 😂

[@lisa-linb2788]

Interesting video-- you sound like me when it comes to Tik Tok :) I hadn't considered it at all and do not have a Tik Tok account. This is something I will consider. Thank you!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome!

[@aishabeg4233]

Thanks for the great content! would love to see step by step upload to TikTok. Thanks!

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@jillglascock]

also just decided to use TikTok for my businesses. I do KDP and Merch, Etsy etc so trying to figure out a good angle for each so they don't seem like sales videos

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

I do some POD too so was thinking of purchasing a few items to have and make videos for. But I have researched these types of products on TikTok too and people literally just take a video of the product and that's it. There is a massive trend of "Tiktok made me buy it" at the moment so I wouldn't worry too much about looking salesy, just show the product. If they like the look of it they go over to your website.

[@jillglascock]

The way most POD sellers make videos for Etsy is by using mockups from PlaceIt and make say 3 views of the product it into a 15 second slide show. I just didn’t want to do that same thing on Tiktok… because I can’t really buy every listing I create!

[@joevillarreal192]

I’m trying to decide if I should create a separate TikTok account for my notebook brand and only post about them on there, or if I should do videos and promote them on my personal account. On one hand I don’t want to make my personal account messy, but on the other hand, I feel like there should be some human element to my notebook brand 🤷🏻‍♂️🤔

[@LittleTiger11]

Another amazing video, thank you! X

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome!

[@ConnectedToTheUnknown]

So on top of my KDP empire I was considering building a coloring KZbin account, as another stream once it's monetized. Perhaps I will look into the tiktok and work it in together as im aiming I could share the same content on both platforms?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Yes, that's a great way to work smarter and repurpose content. If you are making video content you can take one video you make for youtube, repurpose for Tiktok then also post that same content on Instagram and Facebook. Four different platforms with one piece of content.

[@ConnectedToTheUnknown]

@@MyFreedomEmpire I hadn't considered the other platforms but it makes sense! I just need to take the plunge and begin rather than ruminating over whether or not I can do it and make it successful 🥴

[@rahmatanisere4712]

Well done ma, I need your help, Concerning low content books publishing. Anytime you feel ma

[@andonrangelov8844]

Once more nice video from you, Caroline. Thank you. I got a question about tax forms that i recently received from KDP. Like you, i am not USA citizen and i do not live in USA so: Do i have to submit the tax form that i got from KDP to USA authorities or not? I am not sure what to do, if you make a video about this will be helpful.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thanks so much! I'm actually meeting with my accountant this week and will be asking him about those forms because I haven't received one of those before - not sure what I'll find out about it. 😊

[@OriginalTT]

@@MyFreedomEmpire hey Caroline, what did your say on the tax form matter?

[@coachkenyattetidwell]

Question: Is there a way to sell kdp books on TikTok without having to order physical copies? Where they can order through a link that redirects them to Amazon purchase? I’ve researched and all I’ve found so far is that you have to order your books in bulk and ship them to TikTok to sell them… really would like to know if there is another way.

[@cookiliciouskitchen]

Thanks..this has really been helpful

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome!

[@ndrewonline]

Am I misunderstanding this? It’s a book filled with book covers and space for the reader to write about them, right? But wouldn’t it be a copyright violation to include these covers - or is the argument that the book and its cover are being critiqued and so it’s outside of the regular copyright law?

[@wildgrassgill780]

I'm so glad that I found you! I'm no millinium either & appreciate the manner in which you present the information. Understandable, informative & concise. Thanks again & ALL the best to you Caroline

[@KayleeGotsis]

Huh What are they saying No

[@JuneOhana]

I can't figure out why my book doesn't come up in their book links search. The book that pops up below mine is showing but mine is not and I cannot seem to find an answer anywhere as to why 😢

[@MPMcDonald]

Are the covers for the books part of the journal?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

No, she prints them out on sticker paper and sticks them in the book herself.

[@BaandBo]

But how you direct people to your book ? Can’t insert links cause less than so many followers etc… please someone help me

[@mostapha5161]

very nice

[@MyYoutubeAccount853]

This is a really cool idea actually. 🌘💜🍃

[@alundavies1843]

I’m not but Looking at the potential think it’s a no brainier

[@nicolejaklyne8022]

Do you recommend a good kdp group, do you belong to some? I'm trying to get my first coloring book, what is the optimal type of paper to choose so that it does not show through and is not deterred by the price?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

There are lots of KDP groups on facebook, you can just do a search for them. IN terms of colouring books, KDP has limited options so there is only one type of paper you can use and although it is fairly thin, the pens would show through, it is standard though and the same as lots of other colouring books that are printed elsewhere.

[@KatReadsRomance]

Hi Caroline! This video was so interesting. I am on TT and do posts about my notebooks and reading logs. I love the ideas you showed us and wrote them down to try this week. When I post I always get a sale or 2 but would love to reach a wider audience in my niche.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Glad you found it helpful! Keep me updated on how it goes for you.

[@LucianaDelNero7]

Thank you!

[@richyetim736]

Thanks for the video. Am actually planning to start a KZbin and Amazon kdp. Can I used my contents for my KZbin videos and also publish it as low content books on Amazon?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome! You can create a book about anything to publish.

[@dyw1]

Hi, my booktox journal got rejected twice for the tittle "Booktok Journal" although i see many other books with this title. I cant seem to figure out why.

[@sallyrosenbaumfineart5724]

How do you link them to your kdp amazon page?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

In your bio you can add a link to any website once you have 1,000 followers.

[@donnacameron790]

My book has been on amazon for 6 months, with about 5 sales, I am to old to use social media, and have 17 Facebook friends. 😭

[@KayleeGotsis]

20th Century Fox

[@KayleeGotsis]

20th Century fox

[@MrThedolo]

Yo!

[@skywolf288]

She has copyrighted images in her book, surprised that book is still available on Amazon

[@Harsh.Chaturvedi]

Tik Tok is banned in India

[@ang.giselle2024]

Hmmm, she shows her face,so your pen names will be mute bc you’ll expose yourself. 🤔 very interesting.

[@wonderfullymade9903]

Thanks a bunch. I just started a tiktok and I just dropped only one Book (Guide) there. I hope to leverage on this. Thanks again.

[@LunarNoire]

This is a great idea, but I'm wondering if the images she's using in the books if they're copyrighted or trademarked.

[@ElizaFerree]

This was so informational but also encouraging. I totally wrote out an entire two pages of ideas on videos I could do. Don't forget that you could do giveaways to encourage them to color certain pages in your coloring book and offer a prize for those that turn them in and get displayed on YOUR channel.

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Yes! Great ideas!

[@Yunaizar88]

Hi, Can you add Romanian subtitles to your videos? It would help me a lot! Thank you very much!

[@adventureswithtime]

I want to start using TikTok to market my kids activity books. How do people usually direct views to their actual books? Do they put an Amazon link to a specific book or to their author pages? Where does link go to get seen by viewers?

[@katharinaharke6907]

Very interesting! I think it's about time considering video-platforms a lot more for book publishing! I like it a lot how you break down their marketing strategis and ideas, thanks for that! And it looks quite simple doing it with journals, now I have to figure it out for non-fictional books, hand books and other types as well 😄

[@KayleeGotsis]

Oh… ok

[@kerrykennedy_author]

Guessing in KDP when you set the book up an awesome keyword to use would actually be TikTok 😂

[@lisa-linb2788]

I wanted to give an update and say THANK YOU again: I am on the Tik Tok!😅 One whole video, posted the other day. After your video, and then Kim George's video on how to create a video on Canva, I got one done--sweating the bullets the whole time! Close to 300 views, so far, not sure if recent sales are from the video. I did post my author page link on the video, tho. I've actually started another video too. A millennial, I know, said I did a good job---that's ALL I needed to hear!!😆

[@loracanogar7638]

Do anyone tell you exactly how to do this ALL I HEAR IS CRAP CRAP CRAP STORY AFTER ANOTHER YOU LOOSE PEOPLE INTERSEST

[@Jadestar83]

I wish the intros of all your videos were shorter with less repetition of the same point, especially at the beginning of your videos before you dive into it. You sometimes do it in the middle of a vide too. It makes me click away within a few seconds even though your titles/thumbnails are great and always makes me click in the first place. It is all that prevents me from subscribing, the long intros and repeating the same thing in different ways throughout the video. Please see my comment as constructive criticism.

[@lorihatcher2998]

So helpful and interesting! Thank you! I've gleaned much from you. Thank you!

[@respiterecipe]

I didn't see the most important part. How to actually post a link on the video to the product. I'm not seeing that option on my personal tiktok...

[@howttwas]

i may be daft but how are the book covers printd in her book? are they photocopied, cut and glued on the pages of the journal?

[@mahaadevim7166]

Great content ♥️ I do have a doubt, what is the meaning of "Your ads have been moderated" I'm a newbie in running Amazon ADS. I run automatic ads, but they are in the delivering status with a green sign but my money is not being spent and obviously no sales too. Kindly help

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Thanks! When you received that message it just means Amazon have checked your and decided whether they are going to run it or not. If it's ok they'll say your ads are eligible and that they are live. In terms of not having your money spent - perhaps your bid is too low for the niche you are targeting.

[@mahaadevim7166]

@@MyFreedomEmpire Thank you so much 🌸

[@mysticninetarot]

How do I add my KDP book to TikTok shop?

[@angelhealth]

do you think it would be beneficial to create a new tik tok account in the name of one of my series "Latina Boss Lady" Journals

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Personally I would create a new account for a pen name especially if it's in a niche different to what you'd usually be posting about or what your other pen names are about.

[@brandonestelle9029]

Great content a s always, Caroline!

[@merianne]

Thank you.

[@الصيدليد.عبدالرحمن]

kdp is time wasting ?! 2 sales only on march ... frustrating ☺️☺️

[@michellestratford9753]

Great video! Thank you so much for the inspiration! 🚙🇨🇦

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

You're welcome!

[@wonderfullymade9903]

Thanks a bunch. I just started a tiktok and I just dropped only one Book (Guide) there. I hope to leverage on this. Thanks again.

[@poet_es]

How long have you been doing Kdp?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

Since around Sept 2020.

[@sulimaniii]

so simply you need a USA tiktok account, plus warm it, get followers , then a website ( hosting and domain name) then buy your own books ... that requires a budget plus time

[@julieroberts5795]

How is she able to have what I would think would be copyrighted/trademarked titles and designs in the journal she is selling?

[@K10jak]

As someone has posted below, I'm curious how she's put images of the books she has read within the pages. I'd probably create a book where the user can fill that page themselves. In the video, you can see a grey page, I'm wondering if she's intending the user might print out something of their own and stick it to that page giving the illusion in the video?

[@HeySparkyShop]

I personally feel like it might be worth filming yourself using your own creations.

[@jahloveebun]

Waooooooo I don't really like that app nor understand it It consume data alot But I have a question sis Those it mean that u get customers through TikTok

[@janparchanski9477]

just wanted to point out that she sells 170 a month or 11 a day so 170 to 330 a month the higher figure means roughly 1300 dollars

[@hafsae.l181]

I just started making my first activity book and am definitely using your advice to promote it on TikTok 👍

[@leetravathan]

I will definitely look into it now. Thanks for sharing this. I had no idea!

[@Rachel_Pub]

This is so interesting and innovative. All I had seen were high content books. I would add these to a lost of things to do with the books I publish.

[@christiannilsen2835]

Can we really print other authors book covers in the interiors just like that? That feels very risky and perhaps account suspension? 🤔

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

She doesn't make the book with the pictures of the books. The book is blank and the idea is that the user prints out images of the books to stick in the book themselves.

[@christiannilsen2835]

@@MyFreedomEmpireah, that is so clever! I thought they kinda took best selling books at random and hoped customers liked them. This make allt more sense. Thanks för clearing this out.

[@calmingsoundscapes1819]

Which is more profitable for you...youtube or kdp?

[@MyFreedomEmpire]

KDP, then affiliate marketing, then KZbin.

[@kerrykennedy_author]

This is amazing. I am on TikTok and have a quick growing following and many views and likes but still waiting for more sales to transpire. I do also work on IG, LinkedIn, KZbin, BookBub, Pinterest and Goodreads. Sales trickle but very slow. Thank you for this video I did subscribe to your channel.