Self Publishing Course
A complete guide to publishing on Amazon and beyond.
I learned the hard way so you don’t have to. The Authorpreneur Academy compiles years of experience into one proven system, giving you the confidence and clarity to build and launch a successful book.
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Publish & Profit: The Self Publishing Blueprint
By Dave Chesson
79 hours on-demand video
41 Article
5 downloadable resources
Assignments
Certificate of completion
24/7 community access
A new self-publishing course from Dave Chesson
Your Complete, Step-by-Step Course to Successful Self-Publishing
Learn the proven process for crafting, publishing, and marketing a book that stands out — without feeling overwhelmed. Fiction or nonfiction, this is the step-by-step academy designed for real authors.
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$179
Introducing:
Authorpreneur Academy
By Dave Chesson
10+ hours on-demand video
Downloadable resources
Assignments
Certificate of completion
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Your Book Deserves to Be Read
Whether you’re just starting your publishing journey or you’ve already released a book or two, one thing is certain: great books deserve to be see, discovered, and enjoyed by readers.
But in today’s crowded marketplace, that doesn’t happen by accident.
Many new authors feel overwhelmed by the number of steps involved, while those who’ve published before wonder if they really set their books up for success. That uncertainty can hold even the best stories back.
I built Authorpreneur Academy to solve exactly that.
Instead of piecing together scattered advice from blogs and videos, you’ll get one clear, connected process — the same proven roadmap I’ve taught to thousands of authors.
Step by step, you’ll learn how to craft, publish, and share your book with confidence, whether it’s your first time or your next big launch.
This Course Will Help You...
Follow a Complete,
Proven Roadmap
From idea to launch, follow a clear, proven roadmap that guides you through every step of self-publishing, without confusion or guess work.
Craft a Book
That Stands Out
Learn how to choose the right title, subtitle, keywords, categories, and cover design so your book looks and feels truly professional.
Confidently Publish on
Amazon and Beyond
Get step-by-step instructions for publishing on Amazon and other platforms, ensuring your book is set up for maximum visibility.
Launch Your Book
the Right Way
Discover hoer to build buzz, get early reviews, and structure your launch so your book gets noticed from day one.
Market Effectively
Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Learn practical, realistic marketing strategies that fit your comfort level and help you grow your readership over time.
Build a Foundation
for Long-Term Success
Whether it's your first book or your fifth, this course gives you the confidence and structure to publish again and again.
Who is This Course For?
Fiction authors
Brand new to self publishing
Nonfiction authors
Authors who have published a couple of books but aren't confident they are doing it right
What's Included in This Course
When it comes to self-publishing, it’s easy to get lost trying to figure out what to do next. That’s why this course doesn’t just give information — it gives you a complete, guided system. Authorpreneur Academy walks you through every stage of the publishing journey, from the very first spark of an idea to launching and marketing your first book.
With over 10 hours of professionally produced video lessons, downloadable notes and PDFs, and real examples, you’ll get to follow along step by step as I show you exactly how to research, craft, publish, and market your book.
Whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and tools needed to publish like a pro — all in one place.
10+ Hours of Professional Video Training
— High-quality, easy-to-follow lessons covering the entire publishing journey.
Downloadable Notes, Checklists, & PDFs
— Clear, organized resources to help you apply each lesson with ease.
A Complete, Step-by-Step Publishing Roadmap
— No more guesswork; just follow the proven path from idea to launch.
Exclusive Discounts on Author Tools & Services
— Save money on the top tools and services I personally recommend and use.
Lifetime Access
Meet Your Instructor
Dave Chesson is the creator of Kindlepreneur, one of the leading resources on self-publishing and book marketing, even recommended by Amazon KDP as a go-to site for authors.
Having worked with bestselling authors like Orson Scott Card and Ted Dekker, Dave has helped thousands of fiction and nonfiction writers successfully publish and market their books.
In this course, he brings together his proven strategies and tools to guide you step by step through the self-publishing journey.
Dave Chesson is the creator of Kindlepreneur, one of the leading resources on self-publishing and book marketing, even recommended by Amazon KDP as a go-to site for authors.
Having worked with bestselling authors like Orson Scott Card and Ted Dekker, Dave has helped thousands of fiction and nonfiction writers successfully publish and market their books.
In this course, he brings together his proven strategies and tools to guide you step by step through the self-publishing journey.
What the Industry Has to Say...
Pat Flynn, Wordfire
“If anyone wants to learn how to master publishing Kindle books, follow this man’s channel and his work, it’s game-changing!”
Shayne Silvers, Wordfire
“Kindlepreneur is the go-to, most objective and immediately implementable resources for every author who wants to take their career and success into their own hands.”
Kevin J. Anderson, Wordfire
“Kindlepreneur is an excellent resource not just for its in-depth and timely information on amazon marketing, but in its perspective in the indie publishing business.”
Joanna Penn, Wordfire
“Dave Chesson has detailed, in-depth knowledge of book meta-data and shares useful, detailed marketing tips for authors in a generous way.”
Steven Spatz, Wordfire
“Dave Chesson’s passion for publishing success is fueled by his seemingly limitless curiosity about the latest and greatest book marketing ideas and techniques.”
Kindle Direct Publishing, Wordfire
“Gain insight from Kindlepreneur on how you can optimize marketing for your books.”
What's in the Course
The course is broken into 5 core sections, each with multiple lessons (plus extras):
01 Before You Write Your Book
- Setting Up Your Schedule for Success
- Brainstorming Book Ideas & Identify Market Trends
- Validating Your Book Idea
- Preparing for Your Street Team and Following
- Choosing the Best Writing Tools
- Key Market Research to Help You Create Your Book
02 Building and Designing Your Book
For nonfiction:
- How to do Keyword Research NonFiction
- Creating Impactful Nonfiction Titles
- Writing a Nonfiction Book Description that Sells
- Designing a Book Cover
- Formatting your Nonfiction Book
For fiction:
- How to do Keyword Research Fiction
- Crafting Compelling Fiction Titles That Captivate Your Readers
- Writing a Fiction Book Description that Sells
- Designing a Fiction Book Cover
- Formatting your Fiction Book
03 Uploading and Publishing Your Book
- Choosing between Amazon Exclusive and Wide
- Choosing the right pricing for your books
- Understanding & Constructing Your Book’s Amazon Page
- Choosing the Right Categories
- How to Fill In your 7 KDP keyword boxes
- Writing your book description
- Uploading to KDP the right Way
Plus:
- Creating your Author Page Central Account and Why
- Write the Perfect Author Bio
- How to Get Juicy Editorial Reviews
- How I like to publish on other markets
04 Launching Your Book
- Explaining How Amazon Treats a Book Launch
- How to Get Book Reviews
- Developing a Launch Schedule
- Prior to Launch
- Day of Launch
- Week of Launch
- After Launch
- Book Promotion Sites
- Amazon Ads overview
- Monitoring your books
05 Book Marketing for the Long Haul
- Creating your Author Page Central Account and Why
- Write the Perfect Author Bio
- How to Get Juicy Editorial Reviews
- How I like to publish on other markets
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question not answered here? Email dave[at]kindlepreneur[dot]com
01 Is this course right for me if I've never published a book?
Absolutely. Authorpreneur Academy was designed with beginners in mind. You’ll be guided through each step of the self-publishing process in a clear, structured way — from brainstorming your idea all the way to launching your book. You don’t need any technical skills or prior publishing experience to succeed.
02 If I have published a book before, will this help me?
Yes, it will. Many authors publish their first book without a clear plan, which can lead them unsure whether they did everything right. This course shows you the connected, step-by-step process for publishing successfully — from research and cover design to keywords, categories, and marketing. Even if you’ve published before, you’ll walk away with the confidence and clarity to make your next book stand out.
03 How is this different from the free content on Kindlepreneur?
Great question. While you could piece together a lot of the information from Kindlepreneur articles, this course puts everything in one place, with logical, step-by-step structure. Instead of reading separate guides and figuring out how they connect, you can follow along as I walk you through the entire process — from idea to launch — in real time.
04 Do I need to be tech-savvy to take this course?
Not at all. This course was built to be approachable for authors of all ages and backgrounds. Every lesson includes clear explanations, visuals, and downloadable guides. If you can navigate a basic website, you’ll have no problem following along and applying what you learn.
05 How long will I have accesss to the course?
You’ll get lifetime access to the course and any future updates. That means you can revisit the lessons anytime you publish a new book, whether it’s next month or years down the road.
06 Why is the course only $99 when others cost $300—$600 (or more)?
I wanted to make professional, trustworthy self-publishing education accessible to every author — not just those with big budgets. Many courses out there are overpriced or packed with hype. This course focuses on real strategies, clear instruction, and proven results, at a price that reflects my mission to support the author community. You’re getting over 10 hours of high-quality lessons, resources, and exclusive discounts — for a fraction of what most courses charge.
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