Publishing Strategist and Literary Editor with a focus on digital distribution, copyright law, and genre fiction trends. She has 14 years of experience guiding authors through the shifting landscape of traditional and self-publishing.
Amina Patel is a former acquisition editor who now helps authors navigate the complex business of writing in the digital age. She specializes in metadata strategies for Amazon KDP, helping writers master the algorithm to rank in the top 100, and analyzing the profitability of series read-through rates. Her expertise includes the legalities of copyright registration, the nuances of literary translation, and the specific formatting requirements for graphic novels and poetry on social media. Amina offers critical advice on building an author platform before the first deal and deciding between exclusive distribution or wide release. Her articles are designed to turn creative writers into savvy "authorpreneurs" who understand the bottom line.