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US active users have grown 161% in 4 years.

Access TikTok's massive audience without forming a US LLC. Five steps. That's it.

Your TikTok Launch Path

Explore Your Potential

Most authors guess. We don't. Neither should you. With our Profit Calculator, you'll see what 100, 500, or 1,000 sales look like. Your Amazon history proves readers already connect with your book. That's exactly what TikTok creators notice.

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Profit Calculator:

Enter your price, test 100, 500 or 1,000+ sales, and see profit and margin scenarios instantly. One viral video is all it takes to change your sales forever.

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Amazon Success Story:

Even modest sales show traction. Creators gravitate to books readers already value.

Flexibility:

It's not just about BSR numbers. If you believe in your book, that matters too.

Exclusivity:

Only 50 Founding Members secure exclusive lifetime terms.

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Check Compliance

TikTok has strict rules. Miss one and you risk delays. We give you the right resources so you can check compliance before moving forward.

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Compliance Summary (not exhaustive):

We provide a clear overview of TikTok Shop's main rules and common problem areas. It's a quick guide to help you get oriented, not a substitute for the official policies.

Official Policies:

Always review TikTok's own seller and content policies directly. These are the rules TikTok enforces and the final word on approval.

TikTok Seller Guidelines →
Sensitive Terms:

Some words and phrases can cause problems even in safe categories. For example, health and weight-loss claims, medical cures, or "guaranteed results." We provide a sensitive-words reference to help you spot risks before you submit.

Responsibility and Approval:

Our role is to highlight common risks and point you to the right resources. TikTok makes the final decision, so always confirm your book complies with their requirements.

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Build Your Dream Edition

Amazon limits your choices. Here, you're free. Paperback, hardcover, spiral, full colour. You decide. We give you tools to balance ambition with cost.

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Binding Options:

Paperbacks give the best margins. Hardcovers create a premium feel. Spiral is ideal for workbooks.

Interior Choices:

Black and white keeps costs low. Full colour works best for visuals, recipes or illustrated guides.

Print Investment:

The minimum run is 300 copies. Use our pricing examples to see per-unit costs by spec and run size.

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Proof Copy:

Before your full print run, you will receive a proof copy ($100) to review and approve. Nothing moves forward until you are happy with it.

Practical Path:

Many authors start with the most affordable version, test demand, then add hardcover or colour editions once sales are proven.

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Launch & Activate Creators

This is the moment. Your book goes live in Alchemy Books TikTok Shop. Creators can start promoting it to their audiences. That is where sales take off.

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Open Collaborations:

Your book becomes available to all TikTok creators browsing for products to promote. You set the commission percentage they earn when their videos drive sales of your book.

Level Up with Targeted Collaborations:

Ready for more? Our VAs personally reach out to creators who match your book's audience. This premium service puts your book directly in front of the right creators. Be prepared to offer these creators higher commissions to attract their attention.

Why Creators Matter:

TikTok creators operate with a completely different mindset from Amazon. They bring trust, energy and reach. When they champion your book, momentum compounds in ways that ads or algorithms on Amazon never can.

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Track & Grow Your Results

Data beats guessing. Your dashboard shows sales, profit share and inventory in near real time. You will always know exactly where you stand.

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Sales Reporting:

Track your orders in near real time so you always know what is happening with your book.

Automatic Profit Share:

Your earnings are calculated and tracked automatically.

Inventory Control:

Check stock at a glance and restock before you run low.

Monthly Reports:

Breakdowns help you forecast profits, plan print runs and pace creator outreach.

Dashboard Demo:

See exactly what your dashboard shows before you join.

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Understanding Your Print Investment

TikTok Shop operates differently from Amazon. When a creator's video takes off, hundreds of orders can arrive overnight - and those customers expect fast shipping. That's why successful TikTok authors invest in inventory upfront rather than using print-on-demand. It requires initial investment, but you capture every sale when momentum builds, achieve better margins, ship immediately, and deliver higher quality books than POD can offer. The examples below, based on actual production runs, show what authors currently selling on TikTok have invested. Use these to set realistic expectations and plan your launch budget.

6 x 9 Format - 200 Pages
Total Investment
300$1,500
500$2,250
1,000$3,500
Per Book
300$5.00
500$4.50
1,000$3.50
Most Popular Size - Standard for novels & non-fiction
5.5 x 8.5 Format - 250 Pages
Total Investment
300$1,650
500$2,500
1,000$4,000
Per Book
300$5.50
500$5.00
1,000$4.00
Fiction Standard - Compact & traditional
8.5 x 11 Format - 100 Pages
Total Investment
300$1,200
500$1,750
1,000$2,500
Per Book
300$4.00
500$3.50
1,000$2.50
Workbooks & Journals - Perfect for activities
Hardcover - 200 Pages
Total Investment
300$2,700
500$4,000
1,000$7,000
Per Book
300$9.00
500$8.00
1,000$7.00
Premium Edition - Higher perceived value
Note: These are indicative prices based on recent print runs. Your actual costs will vary based on your book's exact specifications. Final pricing provided after reviewing your files.

Final pricing varies based on paper type and weight, cover finish, binding style, interior color options, page count, trim size, and any special finishes.
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Still Have Questions?

We know TikTok Shop access for international authors raises questions. We've documented everything you need to make an informed decision.

Common Questions & Concerns

Quick answers about costs, contracts, TikTok policy changes, and exit options.

The Full Story: How We Built This

The 10-month journey to crack TikTok Shop compliance. What we learned, why it works, and what it means for international authors.

Start Selling on TikTok

Stop watching from the outside. Start selling on the inside.

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