It’s YOUR book… so why don’t you have the keys to it?

Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson · Aug 18, 2025 · 14m

In this solo episode of Beyond the Book, host JoAnn Dickinson shares one of the most important lessons she’s learned from interviewing countless authors — the critical need to control your own Amazon KDP account.

Whether you publish independently or work with a hybrid publisher, having your own KDP login means you can:

✅ Schedule free eBook promotions

✅ Add and update A+ Content

✅ Monitor your Amazon listings, categories, and keywords

✅ Avoid paying unnecessary fees for simple changes

JoAnn breaks down the publishing paths she sees most often, the risks of letting someone else control your…