Is Amazon publishing profitable?

[alexrom]

I've been exploring the world of self-publishing and came across a lot of buzz about Amazon Digital Publishing. I'm curious—how profitable is it really? Can independent authors genuinely earn a steady income through Amazon’s platform? I understand royalties can be up to 70%, but what about competition, marketing, and visibility? If you’ve published through Amazon Digital Publishing, I’d love to hear your experience how much can a first-time author realistically expect to earn, and what strategies actually work? Let's share tips and numbers to help aspiring writers get a clearer picture of what to expect.