The Greenleaf Blog

Insights for Authors Who Want to Sell More Books

Practical advice on Amazon marketing, Goodreads strategy, book launches, author platforms, and everything else that matters for building a successful author career.

Amazon

The Amazon Algorithm: What Every Author Needs to Know in 2026

How the latest changes to Amazon's ranking system affect your book — and what to optimize first.

Goodreads

How to Get Your First 100 Goodreads Reviews Without Begging

The exact playbook our team uses to generate genuine, organic reviews from real readers.

Book Launch

The 90-Day Book Launch Checklist Every Author Should Follow

A step-by-step timeline from pre-launch buzz through post-launch momentum.

Design

Why Your Book Cover Is Killing Your Amazon Sales (And How to Fix It)

The visual signals that drive thumbnail click-through — and the mistakes that cost authors thousands.

Social Media

BookTok in 2026: The Complete Guide for Authors Who Have Never Used TikTok

How to build an authentic BookTok presence and ride the algorithm without losing your voice.

Strategy

How to Become an Amazon Bestselling Author (The Honest Guide)

What it actually takes to hit #1 in a competitive category — and what to ignore.