: Most self-published books sell fewer than 100 copies in their lifetime. Reaching 10,000 sales puts an author in the top tier of creators.
In an era where millions of books are published annually, selling 10,000 copies is widely considered a "smash hit" for traditionally published titles and a massive triumph for self-published authors. 10000 Books
The Milestone of 10,000 Books: Why This Number Defines Literary Success : Most self-published books sell fewer than 100
: Many authors feel that if a book reaches 10,000 sales over its entire life, it has officially achieved "success". 000 sales over its entire life