A 3-year old self-publishing account for Kindle & Ingramspark account with multiple bestsellers. A few hours a week will continue & increase current earnings.
The business primarily generates revenue through direct sales on a digital publishing platform and other book distribution services. It holds verified protections and copyrights for multiple best-selling books. All copyrights are included, with a guarantee from the platform regarding these rights. The business comes with a full team including ghostwriters, narrators, proofreaders, virtual assistants, and designers, as well as brand registry and advertising accounts. The operation requires minimal owner involvement, approximately five hours weekly, with additional task options like ad management that are often outsourced.
The current owner is the sole proprietor and handles operations without any employees, managing ads weekly for 2-3 hours. Customer engagement is mainly through organic rankings and targeted advertising on the platform. Previously, the profitability of the account had declined due to budget cuts in advertising, but there is significant seasonal buyer activity in the fourth quarter. The business sale includes all necessary accounts, files, a vetted list of freelancers, confidentiality agreements, post-sale support, and ads management for two months to ensure a smooth transition.
The owner seeks to sell due to other commitments, citing health and family priorities. The account, originally created in July 2021, has seen profit growth under the current owner since July 2023. The business has untapped growth potential, such as entering the audiobook market, expanding book publications, increasing translations, and broadening profitable brands.
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