Meta Data Optimization Services

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Help Readers
Find Your Book

Publishing your book is only the first step. If readers can’t find it, they can’t buy it. Our metadata specialists optimize every element of your book listing — improving discoverability, increasing search visibility, and connecting your book with the right audience.

+ 240 %
Search visibility lift avg.
72 hr
Results visible after update
4.9
Verified author rating
500 +
Books optimized

Our Services

Our Book Metadata
Optimization Services

01

Keyword Research & Optimization

We identify high-performing search terms that help readers discover your book more easily on online marketplaces. Every keyword is researched for volume, competition, and genre relevance — no guesswork.

02

Category Selection

We choose the most relevant BISAC and retailer-specific categories to improve your book’s visibility, ranking potential, and bestseller list eligibility — including less-competitive sub-categories most authors miss.

03

Book Title & Subtitle Optimization

We refine your title and subtitle to improve search performance while maintaining your book’s unique identity — integrating strategic keywords naturally without compromising the creative intent.

04

Book Description Writing

We create engaging, keyword-optimized descriptions that hook readers in seconds, build emotional tension, and drive purchase decisions — formatted in HTML for Amazon KDP and platform-specific versions for all retailers.

05

Full Metadata Review & Optimization

We optimize every metadata element — author information, series details, edition notes, publisher information, keywords, and categories — for maximum discoverability across all major publishing platforms.

06

Ongoing Metadata Recommendations

As publishing trends evolve, we provide recommendations to keep your metadata competitive and relevant. Periodic reviews ensure your book maintains its search visibility as markets and algorithms shift.

Before & After Examples

See What Strategic Metadata Transformation Looks Like

❌ Before — Unoptimized Listing

Generic title with no keyword integration — invisible to search

Wrong BISAC category — competing against 50,000+ titles

Summary-style description with no emotional hook or urgency

Backend keywords wasted on duplicates and irrelevant terms

Amazon rank: #485,920 · 3 sales per month · algorithm invisible

After — Uprisen Optimized

Title + subtitle refined with high-volume, genre-specific keywords

Placed in 2 optimized sub-categories with bestseller list potential

Hook-led description with emotional tension, keywords, and HTML formatting

7 backend keyword slots filled with non-duplicate high-search terms

Amazon rank: #4,820 · 94 sales per month · recommended by algorithm

Output Formats

Your Complete
Metadata Package

Metadata Report (PDF)

A complete report outlining your optimized keywords, recommended categories, and full metadata recommendations — with rationale for every decision we made and how to implement them.

Optimized Book Description (DOCX)

A professionally written, search-friendly book description ready to paste into your retailer listings — in both HTML-formatted (for KDP) and plain text versions for all other platforms.

Keywords & Categories List (DOCX/XLSX)

A curated, prioritized list of targeted keywords and recommended categories for improved discoverability — including all 7 backend keyword slots and category path instructions for every platform.

Retailer-Ready Metadata Package

A complete, platform-specific metadata package ready to upload directly to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, and all other major publishing platforms simultaneously.

The Process

Our Metadata
Optimization Process

Book Analysis

We review your manuscript, genre, target audience, and existing book listing to fully understand your book’s position and potential.

Market & Competitor Research

We analyze competing titles, reader search behaviour, and current marketplace trends to identify the highest-opportunity positioning.

Keyword Research

We identify high-value, genre-specific search terms that balance search volume with competition — giving your book the best chance of ranking.

Metadata Optimization

We refine your title, subtitle, categories, all 7 keyword slots, and book description — every element working together for maximum discoverability.

Author Testimonials

Authors Who Transformed
Their Discoverability

My book had been live on Amazon for eight months with barely any sales. Uprisen rewrote my description, restructured my keywords, and moved me into two better sub-categories. Within three weeks I was in the top 500 of my genre for the first time. Sales went from 4 a month to over 80.

Keira L.

Romance Author · 8 Books Published

The book description rewrite alone changed everything. My old description read like a school book report. The new one actually made me want to read my own book again. Page reads in Kindle Unlimited doubled within the first month and have stayed there since.

Keira L.

Romance Author · 8 Books Published

I had no idea how wrong my metadata was until Uprisen audited it. Wrong categories, wasted keyword slots, and a description that wasn't even close to what readers in my genre expect. The full optimization package transformed my entire listing. I now recommend it to every author I know.

Keira L.

Romance Author · 8 Books Published

Keep More of What You Earn

Transparent POD
Publishing Packages

All packages include full POD setup, global distribution listing, and unlimited file updates. No hidden fees.

Starter

For authors needing a quick metadata refresh on a single platform.
$99 /project
  • Keyword research (15 terms)
  • 7 backend keyword slots filled
  • BISAC category selection (2)
  • Backend keyword configuration (×7)
  • Book description rewrite
  • Single-platform optimization
  • Metadata Report (PDF)

Complete

Full metadata package for all major platforms — maximum discoverability.
$149 /month
  • Keyword research (30+ terms)
  • 7 backend keyword slots filled
  • BISAC category audit & optimization
  • Title & subtitle review
  • SEO book description (HTML + plain)
  • Competitor & market analysis
  • Multi-platform retailer package
  • Keywords & Categories XLSX

Authority

Full package plus A+ content, ongoing support, and 30-day check-in.
$249 /month
  • Everything in Complete
  • Amazon A+ Content setup guidance
  • 30-day rank monitoring
  • Ongoing metadata recommendations
  • Back-catalogue strategy included
  • 60-day priority support

📦 Pricing is based on page count. Get a free quote — we'll give you an exact estimate before you ship a single book.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Book metadata includes your title, subtitle, keywords, categories, description, author information, and other details that help online retailers display your book in relevant searches. It is the information that connects your book to the readers looking for it.
 
We optimize metadata for Amazon KDP, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, IngramSpark, Smashwords, and other leading publishing platforms. Each platform receives tailored, platform-specific metadata — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Metadata doesn’t guarantee sales, but it significantly improves discoverability — making it easier for potential readers to find your book when they are actively searching for titles in your genre. Better discoverability directly leads to more clicks, and more clicks lead to more opportunities to sell.
Yes. We can review and improve the metadata for both new releases and existing book listings. Back-catalogue optimization is one of our most effective services — it has revived sales for books that had been underperforming for years.
We recommend reviewing your metadata periodically — especially when market trends shift, new competitors enter your category, or algorithm changes affect your ranking. For most authors, an annual review is a good starting point. For active series or prolific authors, every six months is ideal.

Still Have Questions?

Our publishing consultants are happy to help you

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Book's Discoverability?

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