John Locke has become one of the most successful Kindle authors in the world. He’s created two popular series with an action hero series (Donovan Creed) and a re-invention of the Western with the Emmett Love series. In How I Sold 1 Million eBooks in 5 Months! he provides practical advice to authors who are writing for eBooks or other self-publishing vehicles.In full disclosure, let me begin by saying that I’m a Kindle author (albeit barely, my book Jobs Over Fifty, the Guide to New Employment for the Experienced Worker , has yet to hit the best sellers list. But there is still hope). Locke is a savvy marketer and has given a lot of thought to using data and new media to promote his books. He links blogs, Twitter and email marketing campaigns to drive purchases and build a following. He used some very clever techniques, particularly in blogs and emails, to link his brands to other more powerful brands. While one of his examples ...