Should I sell or give away my ebook?

Discussion in 'General Business' started by kf9211, Oct 27, 2007.

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    I have written an ebook, which I have turned into a web page. The person can read the ebook, by entering their email, and first name. I then send them the link to where they can read the ebook online. I am currently giving the ebook away for free. I make money from the ebook through adsense clicks, and affiliate programs that I promote through the e-book. My question is should I try to sell the ebook, or continue to give it away for free? My ebook is about making money online. I have my ebook site located here http://www.200dad.com I plan to redesign the site to make it look better.

    Thanks,
    Kyle
     
    kf9211, Oct 27, 2007 IP
  2. xino

    xino Active Member

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    Leave it free for sure! There is a huge number of books with a similar content out there.

    My suggestion would be:

    1. Make professional looking site. This is a must.
    2. Try to link other stuff to your free e-book. Like affiliates. Let it be your seller. But do provide a value to your customers. Without that e-book free or payable one is waste of time.


    xino
     
    xino, Oct 27, 2007 IP
  3. writer1972

    writer1972 Well-Known Member

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    I have to agree! Keep the e-book free. Have it on a professional looking website with just a few good paying affiliate links.
     
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    cool_78 Guest

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    Keep it free but put some of your links in it. This will generate more value in terms of visitors and possibly backlinks in the future.
     
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    gauharjk Notable Member

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    Keep the wbook free. Monetise with adsense, tribalfusion.
     
    gauharjk, Oct 28, 2007 IP
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    I would also recommend to keep it free. Just add aff links to the content and encourage to distribute the book!
     
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    I would also give it out for free, you might be able to profit more that way by promoting your services or sneaking in some affiliate links here ;) You'll also get many more readers of course.
     
    8everything, Oct 28, 2007 IP