I Launched 3 Digital Books So Far And Now I’m Making Money While I Sleep

I’m talking about well-researched ebooks packed with value.

Can you imagine closing your laptop at night, crawling into bed, and waking up to find $100 or more deposited into your bank account while you were sleeping?

Sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? Well, over the past few weeks, it’s become my reality.

To be precise, I’m not an influencer or business guru by any means.

I’m just a regular 23-something guy who stumbled onto an amazing concept — making money by self-publishing digital books.

Now don’t picture some internet scam with books full of copy-and-pasted gibberish. I’m talking about well-researched ebooks packed with value.

Useful books I poured my time and passion into creating these. Books that hit demand because readers, not just bots, download them and leave positive reviews.

And with each download, a few more dollars get automatically wired into my bank account. I almost dropped my phone the first time I woke up to a $128 ebook sale!

Honestly, I had to blink a few times and shake myself just to believe it was real.

Here’s my journey.

My Journey Into Digital Publishing

I still remember sitting on my sofa, at midnight scrolling through Twitter when I came across this dude named Easlo.

He nonchalantly shared how he was pulling in thousands each MONTH selling simple digital guides on some site called Gumroad. My eyes went wider than the full moon outside my window.

This average guy was raking in cash by self-publishing Notion templates and sharing his knowledge? Could I do the same thing?

And my inner voice told me for sure.

I have to be honest, I wasn’t an expert or thought leader in anything back then…but I was learning about side hustles so I wrote a book about that. And since I was not an expert, I sold it for free.

Later, for the next 2 years, I haven’t sold a book because I don’t want to scam my audience by selling useless stuff. The reason was simple, I was not an expert in anything since I was just getting started.

Yes, this is how I started my journey of selling digital products.

After 2 years, when I had become better at writing, had made 6 figures online, and gained 26k+ followers, I thought to release a book to teach people how to write.

Also, since I have been using ChatGPT for a year, I thought to release the next book related to ChatGPT.

This is how I wrote 3 digital books.

The Book Creation Process

First off, let’s rewind a bit.

2 years ago, I decided to dive into the world of side hustles and exploration.

Yes, I was trying my hand at all sorts of things and wanted to share my experiences with the world. So, I wrote my very first book, and guess what? I gave it away for free!

After that, I keep on focusing on writing.

For 3 whole years, I honed my craft, and it paid off big time. And that’s where, I wrote my second book, “The Art of Writing”.

This one was all about the tactics and strategies I’d used to generate a six-figure income and amass a following of 26,000+ amazing people.

Now, let’s fast forward to my third book.

This one is close to my heart because it’s all about ChatGPT, and I’ve lovingly named it “The Ultimate Guide to ChatGPT.”

In this book, I wanted to share everything I’d learned during my one-year journey with this incredible AI. The tips, tricks, and insights I’d gathered — all in one place. It’s been an exciting ride of discovery and learning.

Now, you might be wondering how I brought these books to life.

Well, I had a secret weapon — Canva! I used this free platform to craft beautiful covers and layouts that matched the essence of my books. It made the process not only efficient but also incredibly creative.

And when it came to getting these babies out into the world, I turned to Gumroad.

Why? Because it’s user-friendly, and sometimes, simplicity is key. It allowed me to self-publish with ease, reaching readers far and wide.

So, there you have it, my friends — my journey from side hustles to self-publishing.

Lastly, if I can do it, so can you! Dive into your passions, share your knowledge, and who knows, maybe you’ll be writing your own success story soon.

Promoting and Selling the Books

Let’s get real here, I’m not exactly your textbook salesperson.

Marketing? It’s not my natural habitat, and I’ll be the first to admit it. But hey, I found a way to make it work, and I want to share it with you.

So, how did I get the word out about my books?

Well, it all started with the incredible community of followers I’ve built across platforms like Medium, Substack, Beehiiv, and Gumroad. These folks have been my rock, my support, and my audience.

Specifically, I shot them an email — a personal one, mind you. I wanted them to know that this was something special, something I’d poured my heart and soul into.

And you know what? They responded.

Why?

Because over the years, I’ve made sure to deliver top-notch content, day in and day out. I’ve shared my knowledge, my journey, and my insights. I’ve given them value, and they’ve given me their trust in return.

The Results and Impact

Let me break it down for you — I’ve published 3 books, and the journey has been nothing short of incredible!

The first one, “16 Simple Programming Side Hustles to Earn Extra Money,” I put out there a couple of years ago, and I just wanted to share the knowledge, so I offered it for free.

Little did I know it would be the spark for something much bigger.

Fast forward to a month ago when I released my second book.

In it, I spilled all the beans, sharing every tip, tactic, and secret sauce that helped me amass a whopping 26k+ followers and rake in a jaw-dropping six-figure income through my writing endeavors.

And that’s not all — my latest masterpiece, the third book, all about ChatGPT, hit the virtual shelves about 15 days ago. And, the response has been way beyond my wildest dreams.

Can you believe that, in total, I’ve managed to sell a staggering 752 copies of my creations? I mean, talk about insane, right?

Now, after launching my two paid books, I’ve got a feeling that I’m on the cusp of something massive. I can almost taste it.

With the momentum I’ve built, it’s not a stretch to imagine myself making over $1000 every single month from these new books alone. It’s like having a brand new, steady income stream that I never even knew was possible.

And let’s not forget about the other perks that came along with this wild journey.

I’ve seen my personal brand skyrocket, and new opportunities have been popping up left and right. It’s not just about the money; it’s about the growth, the connections, and the doors that have opened as a result.

Hope you like it.

That’s it — thanks.

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