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For Amazon Ads

Seek out Dave Chesson and David Gaughran.

For Facebook Ads 

Use the advice of Nick Stephenson and David Gaughran. If you goal is to build a list you can direct marketing emails to then choose Nick Stephenson. If you want to sell books directly from the advert then choose David Gaughran. 

For Technical & Data-Driven Advice: Dave Chesson

Dave Chesson of Kindlepreneur is the top choice for the technical, data-driven side of Amazon Ads. His approach is analytical and focuses on the "how-to" of setting up effective campaigns. Strengths: In-depth Tutorials: He provides extremely detailed, step-by-step guides on setting up and managing ad campaigns. Keyword Focus: Chesson is an expert on keyword and category research, which is the foundation of a successful Amazon Ad strategy. Software Tools: He developed Publisher Rocket, a widely used tool designed to find profitable keywords and categories for both books and ads. Free Resources: He offers a comprehensive and highly-regarded free video course on Amazon Ads. Best for: Authors who want to understand the nuts and bolts of the Amazon Ads platform and use data to make decisions. ## 

For Strategic & No-Nonsense Insight: David Gaughran 

David Gaughran is highly respected for his practical, no-fluff advice on advertising strategy. He focuses less on the granular technical steps and more on the "why" behind running ads and how they fit into a long-term author career. Strengths: Strategic Focus: Gaughran excels at explaining how to think like a marketer, test your ads, and develop a sustainable advertising plan. Myth-Busting: He is known for cutting through industry hype and providing honest assessments of what works and what doesn't. Author-Centric: His advice is always grounded in the reality of being an independent author, focusing on profitability and avoiding common, costly mistakes. Clear Explanations: His blog posts and books (like Amazon Decoded) break down complex topics into easy-to-understand concepts. Best for: Authors who understand the basics but want to develop a smarter, more effective long-term advertising strategy. ## 

For List Building & Automated Funnels: Nick Stephenson

Nick Stephenson's 'Your First 10k Readers' platform is built around a core strategy of using Facebook ads to grow an author's email list. He treats ads as the engine to bring new readers into a carefully constructed automated funnel.

Strengths:

  • Proven System: Teaches a complete, end-to-end system: use an ad to promote a "reader magnet" (a free book or story) to get sign-ups, and then nurture that email list to sell your other books.
  • Long-Term Focus: His approach is designed to build a sustainable career asset (your mailing list) rather than chasing short-term sales spikes.
  • Beginner Friendly: The concepts are explained clearly, making it an excellent starting point for authors who want to build a marketing system.

Best For: Authors who want to use Facebook ads to build a large, engaged email list for a long-term career.

Other Notable Experts Ricardo Fayet (Reedsy):

Reedsy offers excellent, high-quality free courses and blog content on Amazon Ads. Their material is very well-structured and is a fantastic starting point for beginners looking for reliable information. Check it out

Nick Stephenson & Derek Doepker: 

Both are excellent marketing experts, but their focus is broader. They discuss ads as one component of a larger marketing system (e.g., building mailing lists or executing a book launch) rather than specializing in the ad platform itself. 

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Or maybe a free online interactive adventure story?

Back in 1982 early text only adventure games were being written for home computers. One such game was 'Castle of Riddles' written by Peter Killworth and published by Acornsoft. Now it's been re-written and greatly expanded with added images and sound. Play it on your computer, tablet or even a phone.
Check it out at https://jaydax.co.uk/corr

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