A US-based business nonfiction author partnered with Estorytellers to maximize royalties on both Kindle and KDP Print editions. The initial Kindle price was $6.99, which qualified for the 70% royalty band, but low delivery fees and pricing close to the lower end were limiting contribution per unit. The paperback was initially priced at $16.99, leaving a narrow profit margin after printing costs.
Ensuring Kindle price remained within the 70% royalty band while boosting net contribution
Setting a paperback price that maintained market competitiveness without hurting conversion
Avoiding loss of sales volume due to price changes
eBook Price Adjustment
Increased Kindle price from $6.99 to $8.99 to protect contribution while staying within the 70% royalty eligibility range.
Calculated delivery fees and net royalties using the Kindle Royalty Cards artifact to confirm the move improved contribution.
Paperback Price Anchoring
Paperback price set at $18.99, giving sufficient margin after printing costs.
Ensured paperback price alignment with the eBook to maintain perceived value consistency and minimize conversion loss.
Monitoring Conversion & Sales
Tracked conversion rates, units sold, and review velocity post-price change.
Monitored KPIs using Estorytellers’ KDP Readout Sheet to ensure pricing adjustments did not negatively affect reader behavior.
Kindle contribution per unit increased significantly without losing sales volume.
Paperback margin improved due to higher anchor price, while conversion rates remained stable.
Price adjustments allowed the author to fund additional marketing efforts, improving early traction and visibility.
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Pricing Analyst at Estorytellers: “A strategic price increase can protect your 70% royalty band and boost contribution without scaring off readers.”
Author Testimonial
“Estorytellers showed me that small price tweaks could make a huge difference in royalties and profit margins. We kept conversion steady while earning more per sale.” — US Business Nonfiction Author
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