The majority of my sales come from Amazon and my ability to use the tools they provide. So far I’ve played my cards right. I write fun books with good covers and sell them cheap, I have a lot of virtual shelf space, and readers like my writing.
via JA Konrath’s The Value of Publicity.
If there is anyone providing more hands-on insight into how book purchase decisions are made, I’ve yet to find them.
His understanding of how the Amazon game is played is also likely second to none.
If you are in any way associated with the eBook segment, you’ll be well served in paying attention to Konrath’s insights.