How much do authors typically earn per book?

Authors can earn between 5% and 20% in royalties for each book they write, with the percentage varying based on factors such as their level of fame, negotiations with publishers, and the royalty rate for book sales. For traditionally published authors, royalties typically range from 5% to 20% for print books, around 25% for ebooks, and 10% to 25% for audiobooks. Self-published authors can earn 70% on ebooks priced between $2.99 and $9.99, 35% on ebooks priced higher than $10, and 60% less printing costs on paperbacks sold on Amazon, and 40% less printing costs via expanded distribution.