Creating & Selling Book Bundles
How to package multiple books into bundles at special prices on BookAuth — perfect for series collections and themed packages.
Book bundles package multiple titles at a discounted price, encouraging readers to buy more and increasing your per-customer revenue. This guide covers how to create, price, and promote bundles on BookAuth.
What You'll Learn
- How to create a book bundle
- Pricing strategies for bundles
- How bundles appear to readers
- Plan requirements
Availability
Book bundles are available on Pro and Business plans.
Creating a Bundle
- Navigate to Revenue > Bundles from the sidebar
- Click "+ New Bundle"
- Configure:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Bundle Title | e.g., "The Dragon Chronicles — Complete Series" |
| Description | What's included and why it's a great deal |
| Books | Select 2+ books from your catalog |
| Bundle Price | Set a single price for the entire package |
| Cover Image | Upload a bundle-specific cover (optional — defaults to collage of included covers) |
| Status | Draft or Published |
- Click "Create Bundle"
Pricing Strategies
The Perceived Value Rule
Always show the savings clearly. Readers buy bundles because they feel like they're getting a deal.
Individual prices:
Book 1: $4.99
Book 2: $4.99
Book 3: $4.99
Total if purchased separately: $14.97
Bundle price: $9.99
Savings: $4.98 (33% off)
Common Pricing Approaches
| Strategy | Bundle Discount | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | 10-15% off combined price | Established series with strong demand |
| Standard | 20-30% off | Most series and thematic bundles |
| Aggressive | 40-50% off | Backlist revival, clearance |
| Loss Leader | 60%+ off | Building readership for a new genre |
Minimum Bundle Price
The bundle price must be at least $0.99 (same as individual book minimum).
Types of Bundles
Series Bundle
Package an entire series in reading order. Most common and highest converting.
Thematic Bundle
Group books by theme rather than series: "Summer Beach Reads Bundle," "Spooky Season Collection."
Starter Bundle
Combine the first books of multiple series: "Try All My Worlds — Book 1 of Every Series."
Holiday/Seasonal Bundle
Limited-time bundles for specific occasions: "Valentine's Day Romance Bundle."
How Bundles Appear to Readers
- Bundles have their own listing page showing all included books
- The savings amount is prominently displayed
- Readers can see individual book covers, synopses, and reviews
- One-click purchase adds all books to the reader's library
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can a book be in multiple bundles?
A: Yes. The same book can appear in as many bundles as you like.
Q: If a reader already owns one book in the bundle, do they get credit?
A: Currently, bundles are all-or-nothing. The reader purchases the full bundle regardless of individual ownership.
Q: Can bundles include books from different authors?
A: No. Bundles can only include books from your own catalog. Multi-author bundles are planned for a future update.
Q: Do discount codes work on bundles?
A: Yes. A discount code that applies to "All books" will also apply to bundle purchases.
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