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The Author's Launch Blueprint
A comprehensive 30-page guide covering every phase of a successful book launch — from pre-launch audience building to post-launch momentum strategies.
- 90-day pre-launch checklist
- Email sequence templates
- Social media content calendar
- Media outreach scripts
Book Launch Checklist: 100 Steps to a Successful Release
Never miss a critical launch task again. This exhaustive checklist walks you through every action item from manuscript delivery to post-launch review generation.
- Pre-launch tasks (90, 60, 30 days)
- Launch week hour-by-hour guide
- Post-launch 30-day plan
- Printable & digital formats
Author Brand Identity Workbook
A guided workbook to help you discover, define, and articulate your unique author brand — including your voice, values, reader persona, and visual identity direction.
- Brand discovery exercises
- Reader persona builder
- Voice & tone worksheets
- Visual identity mood board template
More Free Tools
Amazon Category Optimization Guide
How to choose the right categories to maximize your bestseller chances.
Get Free AccessARC Reader Outreach Email Templates
5 proven email templates for recruiting advance readers for your book.
Get Free AccessAuthor Bio Formula
A fill-in-the-blank framework for writing a compelling author bio in 3 versions.
Get Free AccessPodcast Pitch Template
A proven pitch template for booking yourself on podcasts in your niche.
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