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You’re sitting on a gold mine made of random facts and questionable life skills. I’m talking about things you know, say gardening, budgeting, baking, fixing stuff, navigating tech, prepping, accounting, car repairs, parenting, teaching, you name it.

With a little help from ChatGPT (or your favorite chatbot), turn that know-how into a book and sell it on Amazon. You don’t have to be a writer. You don’t need a publisher. You just need a topic you care about. I helped a family member earn $25,000 with this advice.

🛠 How it works

It’s easier than you think!

Pick your topic. What do people always ask you about? That’s your gold mine.
Open ChatGPT. Ask it: “Give me a 10-chapter outline for a beginner’s guide to [your topic].” It’ll spit it out in seconds.
Expand it. Let the chatbot help fill in each section, then go in and make it yours. Add personal tips, stories and the stuff AI can’t replicate.
Polish and format. ChatGPT will clean things up, write a title and even create your back cover summary. Then use a free tool like Kindle Create to format it for Amazon. Here’s everything you need to know.
Publish it on Amazon KDP. It’s free to upload. You set your price. Amazon handles the rest.

💰 How much you can make

If you price your book between $2.99 and $9.99:
✅ You keep 70% of each sale.
❌ Amazon keeps 30%.
Example: Sell a book for $4.99, and you earn about $3.50 per copy.

If your book is under $2.99 or over $9.99:
✅ You keep 35%.
❌ Amazon takes 65%.
Example: Sell a book for $1.99, and you only make about $0.70.

Ideas for you:

“50 Instant Pot Recipes for Busy Parents”
“A Beginner’s Guide to Container Gardening”
“Travel Tips for People Who Hate to Travel”
“Home Repairs You Can Actually Do Yourself”
“Budgeting 101 for Retirees”

🤫 Insider secrets

Give it away for free at first. Amazon lets you run free promos for a few days. Use this to build up downloads and reviews. Reviews = sales.
Go niche. “Pet care” is broad. “Puppy Owner’s Survival Guide” is niche. Specific = sales.
Short is fine. Many Kindle eBooks are 40–60 pages.

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A brew-tiful Monday starts here

Only steamy finds that actually earn a spot on your counter.

🫖 Electric kettle (25% off): Built-in infuser = perfectly steeped tea. Even shuts off on its own, so you don’t panic mid-Zoom call.

Silverware organizer (39% off): Tame that junk drawer. This expandable tray keeps every utensil in its own lane.

🍫 Chocolate molds (33% off, set of six): Whip up peppermint bark bites, hot cocoa bombs or DIY stocking stuffers.

Air fryer liners (23% off): The lazy cook’s secret weapon. Just toss one in for a nearly spotless basket. 4.6 stars & 28K+ reviews.

☕ Coffee machine descaler (20% off): Hard water got your brew tasting “blah”? These tabs get your cups back to café-fresh.

💕 My favorite earbuds (20% off): 32-hour battery life, fabulous sound, noise cancellation, and since every ear is different (obviously), they come with 6 different-size gel tips to fit any size.*

😋 Still stir crazy? Check out 35 more of my faves over on Amazon. Great way to kick off early gift shopping.

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Millions are falling for fake apps

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Fake AI apps are flooding app stores, stealing logins, and tricking users with bogus reviews. Here’s how to spot them and keep your phone safe.

🕵️ Watch out for the AI scam surge: Phony apps are multiplying like gremlins. Triple on iOS, six-fold on Android. They mimic legit apps, steal logins, fake traffic and drown stores in bot-written reviews. Using AI, anyone with Wi-Fi and bad intentions can cook up a scam app. PSA: Only download apps that you really need and know come from a legit source.

Tools of the tasty trade

From meal-prepping to baking, these kitchen helpers work as hard as you do.

⚡ Electric lunchbox (17% off): Heat up leftovers in your car, truck or right at your desk. Your coworkers will be jealous.

Digital food scale (33% off): Baking is science. This even measures milk and water volume, so you get it right every time.

🔪 Japanese knife set (25% off, 14-piece): Dishwasher safe and comes with a built-in sharpener. Makes a cutting-edge gift.

Silicone baking mats (10% off, three-pack): Forget the parchment paper. Holiday cookies and treats slide right off.

🧤 BPA-free oven mitts (11% off, two-piece): Heat-resistant, grippy and 4.7 stars with 23,000+ sizzling reviews.

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Pay up or get buried in fake reviews

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Small businesses are under attack with fake Google Reviews demanding cash. Here’s how scammers target contractors, movers, and repair shops and what you can do to protect your reputation.

Bed, tech and beyond

We spend a third of our lives in bed. Let’s make it fab.

🛏️ Serta heated mattress pad (26% off): Cold nights are coming. Snag this while it’s on sale and thank yourself later.

🎧 Sleep headphones (35% off): Drown out snores, neighbors and your own racing thoughts with a comfy headband.

📦 Under-bed storage containers (15% off, two-pack): Stash your summer gear until spring and free up closet space.

📱 Braided phone holder (11% off): Perfect for FaceTiming or late-night scrolling. 4.3 stars and 10K+ reviews.

✨ Galaxy projector (31% off): Looking for a gift that wows? Kids, teens and even adults love this mini-planetarium.

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Five stars, zero shame: Walmart’s online marketplace is booming, but so are the scams. A CNBC probe found 43 shady sellers using stolen business IDs and fake reviews to sell bogus products. Unlike Amazon, Walmart skips video interviews and makes EIN docs optional. Pro tip: Filter reviews by “verified purchase.”

AI mistakes could cost you everything

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Using AI for business? Every mistake could land you in court. Then why Sam Altman thinks your eyes may be the key to the next crypto revolution. Plus how one-star reviews can destroy a small business overnight, email land mines, and ChatGPT: interview coach.

Connected and clutter-free

🌡️ My pick: Smart thermostat (32% off)

Heat up your smart home game. Control the temp and track your usage from your phone. Basically pays for itself with lower energy bills.

🔌 Cord hider kit (55% off): Easy install, snaps into place, and suddenly your space looks tidy. 4.5 stars and 18K+ reviews.

LED light blocking stickers (40% off): Kill the lights without killing your gadgets. Just peel, stick and enjoy the darkness.

💻 Lap desk with cushion (50% off): Portable, ergonomic and way better than hunching over your coffee table.

Surge protector power strip (23% off): Eight outlets + four USB ports + a flat plug = no more outlet wars.

🤖 Today’s best tech bargains: These are just my top picks. My Amazon shop is packed with more gadgets on sale.

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Why your insurance bill could suddenly soar

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Identity theft insurance fraud is set to spike 49% by 2025 as scammers build synthetic identities. Laura, your AI host filling in for George, has all the details. Plus, fake Google reviews holding small businesses hostage, iPhone 17’s new security, Microsoft’s AI in File Explorer, Amazon’s AR glasses for drivers, and MIT’s telepathic wearable.

💥 The 1-star shakedown: Scammers are flooding small businesses with fake one-star nasty Google reviews, then demanding big money (paywall link) to take them down. Contractors, movers, roofers, you name it. Victims report losing thousands in jobs while paying bribes. Because in 2025, your biggest threat isn’t a guy named Vinnie, it’s a burner Gmail account.

Your weekend yard crew starts here

⚡ My pick: Portable mosquito repeller (21% off)

Bite back against bugs. This creates a 15-foot “no-fly zone,” so you can chill on your patio without becoming a bug buffet.

😎 Polarized sunglasses (30% off): Choose from 14 styles without paying designer prices. 4.4 stars and 34K+ reviews.

💚 Soil moisture meter (15% off): Green thumb? This tells you exactly what your plants need because data > guessing.

💦 Sprinkler irrigation timer (5% off): Set it and forget it. Plus, there’s a rain delay mode that saves water and money.

🌱 Weed puller tool (20% off): Stand tall while you yank out dandelions and crabgrass. It gets the roots and saves your back.

🛒 Want more gear like this? Click here for today’s best outdoor deals. I’ve handpicked my favorites worth grabbing on my Amazon shop.

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Fresh finds for under $25

🔊 My pick: Bluetooth shower speaker (17% off)

Sing in the shower (on key or not). Waterproof, wireless and with a built-in microphone for hands-free calling. Now your phone will stay high and dry.

💛 Grace & stella under-eye masks (47% off): Puffy eyes? No prob. Just put one on, and you’ll look more awake in no time.

💧 Hydrocolloid pimple patches (33% off): These nearly invisible patches are lifesavers for hiding surprise breakouts.

🧽 Shower loofahs (29% off, three-pack): Ditch that old puff. You deserve ones with 4.6 stars and 48K+ rave reviews.

😌 Dermaplane razors (20% off, 12-pack): For peach fuzz, brows and random strays. Way cheaper than the salon.

✨ Fresh face, fresher start: Shop my Amazon storefront for even more affordable self-care steals. Your skin (and wallet) will thank you.

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Nail it for under $50

📏 My pick: Laser tape measure (24% off)

The future of measuring is here. Classic tape meets high-tech laser, so you can find area, volume and distance without the guesswork.

✨ Magnetic necklace clasp (33% off): Turns “why can’t I get this to clasp?” into “snap, done.” Great if you’ve got long nails or zero patience.

🔥 Hot glue gun kit (23% off): Heats up fast, won’t drip and comes with 30 glue sticks, because you know one is never enough.

📦 Packing tape (18% off, six-pack): Quiet for less tape-gun squeals echoing through the house. 4.5 stars and 12K+ reviews.

⚒️ Drywall crack repair kit (10% off): The lazy-genius fix for dents and dings. Your landlord never has to know.

👉 More tools, more wins: Don’t stop here. Stock up on more affordable DIY gear on my Amazon shop.

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Gadgets that slap

📺 My pick: INSIGNIA 32” Smart Fire TV (38% off)

Perfect for small bedrooms, dorms and kitchens. Alexa even takes the “lost remote” excuse off the table.

🎧 Over-ear headphones (37% off): A 65-hour battery keeps your podcasts rolling for days. 4.5 stars and 29K+ reviews.

🔊 Portable Bluetooth speaker (15% off): Waterproof, wireless and loud enough to turn anywhere into a dance floor.

💿 Leather CD player (15% off): Dust off those old discs. This plays your old CDs and pairs with Bluetooth.

🔌 Tower power strip (20% off): Eight outlets + five USB ports = one neat tower that finally ends desk chaos.

🛒 Crank up your cart: I rounded up 25 more great gadgets over on my Amazon storefront. Go give yourself a treat.

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Cleaning hacks you’ll actually use

⚡ My pick: Electric spin scrubber (33% off)

Hate scrubbing? Same. With eight brush heads, a digital display and a long handle, this makes tackling grime feel less like CrossFit.

📱 Phone screen cleaner (40% off): It’s like a lint roller for your tech. No sprays or wipes, just roll away the smudges.

🧼 Washing machine descaler (15% off): Because a clean washer = clean clothes. 4.6 stars and 137K+ reviews.

🚗 Car cleaning gel (11% off): Yes, it’s slime, but it’s also a dust magnet. More satisfying than popping bubble wrap.

💚 Refrigerator deodorizer (11% off): Way better than baking soda. Drop it in, and get a decade of freshness. So smart.

✨ The sparkle doesn’t stop here: I’ve got 25 more little game changers waiting for you on my Amazon storefront.

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Refreshing Labor Day finds

💖 My pick: Hair dryer with diffuser (34% off)

Salon power at home … without the small talk. Cuts drying time and comes with three attachments for all your hairstyles. So smart.

👂 Electric ear cleaner (45% off): Safer and easier than cotton swabs. Plus, it’s FSA/HSA eligible. Here’s how to use your funds.

👕 Portable handheld steamer (47% off): Get rid of wrinkles in minutes. No clunky ironing board needed. Over 125K glowing reviews.

👞 Shoe deodorizer inserts (9% off, two-pack): No perfumes or chemicals. Just reusable bags to freshen up your sneakers, boots or gym bag.

🐾 Cat & dog grooming brush (46% off): Gentle on pets, tough on shedding. Press the self-cleaning button to pop out the fur.

🛍️ New deals just dropped: Grab the latest Labor Day steals here and check out my Amazon page for even more. A few clicks could save you big.

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Cooking up Labor Day steals

🧊 My pick: Countertop ice maker (17% off)

Forget frantic gas station runs. This cranks out 26.5 lbs of cubes in a day. Plenty for parties, road trips and your iced coffee (or tea) addiction.

🍱 Meal prep containers (20% off, 50-pack): Hosting a cookout? Load these up with leftovers, and send your guests home full and grateful.

🔥 Air fryer paper liners (30% off, 400 pcs): Heat-proof, nonstick and BPA-free. Translation: less scrubbing, more snacking.

🍽️ Stainless steel tongs (27% off, two-pack): Silicone tips mean no scratches on pans. They have 4.8 stars from 33,000+ rave reviews.

💦 Rotating water filter (29% off): Goodbye, icky chlorine taste. Hello, fresh-tasting water straight from the tap.

😎 Summer’s almost over: Shop these Labor Day markdowns while they last. I’ve rounded up even more winners on my Amazon shop.

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Lug nutty

🚘 Save yourself stress (and a tow truck bill) with these upgrades.

🪫 Dead battery? Skip the AAA wait. This jump-starter (20% off) doubles as a power bank for your phone.
✨ See the light: Drive safely at night with a headlight restoration kit (10% off). No tools needed.
🛒 Grocery hero: Hang your bags on these headrest hooks (45% off, four-pack). 4.6 stars & 62,000+ reviews.
😎 Sunglass HQ: Magnetic suede holders (20% off, two-pack) keep your shades steady on bumpy rides.
🛻 Fold and go: This trunk organizer (24% off) is sturdy when you need it, folds flat when you don’t.

🛠️ ICYMI: I rounded up the best DIY tools that’ll make you look like a pro. Check your inbox, then cruise over to my Amazon shop for more.

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