# Campaign Strategy Document: "Echoes of Eternity" Book Launch

**Prepared by: Maya, Director of Marketing Operations**  
**Date: [Current Date]**  
**Campaign Overview:** This strategy outlines the full marketing push for *Echoes of Eternity*, a debut sci-fi thriller by Alex Rivera. Launch date: [Insert Launch Date, e.g., October 15]. Budget allocation: 60% paid ads, 25% content creation, 15% influencer/press. Total budget: $50,000.

## 1. PRODUCT SUMMARY
*Echoes of Eternity* is a pulse-pounding sci-fi thriller that delves into the blurred lines between AI consciousness and human identity, following a neuroscientist racing to avert a digital apocalypse. Key selling points: Mind-bending plot twists that rival Blake Crouch's *Upgrade*, timely exploration of real-world AI ethics, and an unputdownable page-turner with cliffhangers on every chapter, perfect for readers craving intellectual thrills with heart-pounding suspense.

## 2. TARGET AUDIENCE
**Primary: BookTok Enthusiasts (Core Spend Focus)**  
- Age: 18-35  
- Platforms: TikTok, Instagram  
- Purchasing Triggers: Viral #BookTok videos, "if you like X" recs (e.g., *The Silent Patient*), ARC reviews from trusted creators  
- Emotional State: Excited and FOMO-driven, seeking escapist "can't-put-down" reads amid busy lives  

**Secondary 1: Professional Tech-Savvy Readers**  
- Age: 35-55  
- Platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter/X  
- Purchasing Triggers: Author interviews on AI trends, professional networking discussions, Kindle deals during commutes  
- Emotional State: Intrigued and intellectually stimulated, balancing career stress with curiosity about future tech  

**Secondary 2: Book Club Women**  
- Age: 30-50  
- Platforms: Facebook Groups, Goodreads  
- Purchasing Triggers: Group recommendations, discussion prompts, audiobook availability for multitasking  
- Emotional State: Connected and reflective, desiring deep conversations and relatable emotional depth in fiction  

## 3. MESSAGING PILLARS
Every piece of content must reinforce **exactly these 3 core messages**:  
1. **Twist-Ending Mastery**: "Prepare for jaw-dropping reveals that will rewire your reality."  
2. **AI Meets Humanity**: "A thrilling warning on the tech takeover—before it’s too late."  
3. **Unputdownable Obsession**: "One page hooks you; 400 pages later, you're begging for more."

## 4. CHANNEL PLAN
| Channel | Platform | Content Type | Frequency | Owner Agent |
|---------|----------|--------------|-----------|-------------|
| **Visual Social** | Instagram/TikTok | Reels (15-30s plot teases, author Q&A), Stories (polls, ARC unboxings), Carousel posts (quotes + AI visuals) | Daily (3-5 posts/Reels per week) | Zara |
| **Professional Networking** | LinkedIn | Long-form posts (AI ethics tie-ins), Video interviews, Infographics (book themes in tech news) | 3x/week | Leo |
| **Warm List Nurturing** | Email (via Klaviyo/Mailchimp) | Newsletters (excerpts, behind-the-scenes), Automated sequences (welcome series, retargeting) | Bi-weekly + 1 blast/week during launch | Maya |
| **Credibility Building** | Press (PR Newswire, book blogs like Goodreads, tech outlets like Wired) | Press releases, Pitch decks to 50 outlets/influencers, Guest articles | Launch week + 1 follow-up/month | Maya |
| **Community/Ads** | Facebook Groups + YouTube | Group posts (discussions), Book trailers (1-2 min), Retargeting ads | 4x/week + ongoing ads | Zara (FB), Leo (YouTube) |
| **Paid Amplification** | Meta Ads + Amazon Ads | Carousel ads (covers/quotes), Sponsored BookTok videos | $20k budget, daily during phases 2-3 | Maya |

## 5. CAMPAIGN PHASES
**Pre-Launch (2 Weeks Before Launch: Build Hype)**  
- Teasers: Cryptic Reels/Stories hinting at twists (Zara).  
- ARC/Early Access: Distribute 200 ARCs to BookTok influencers; email sign-up for exclusives.  
- Influencer Outreach: Secure 20 micro-influencers (5k-50k followers) for reviews.  

**Launch Week: Maximum Blast**  
- Daily posts across all channels reinforcing pillars.  
- Email blast to 10k list with 20% discount code.  
- Press release to 100 outlets; paid ad ramp-up ($10k spend).  
- Live author IG/TikTok sessions.  

**Post-Launch (Weeks 2-8: Sustain Momentum)**  
- Amplify reviews: Share user testimonials, Goodreads pull-quotes.  
- Community engagement: Q&A threads, reader challenges (#EchoesTwist).  
- Retargeting ads to site visitors/cart abandoners.  

**Long-Term (Months 3-12: Evergreen Growth)**  
- Evergreen content: Monthly blog recaps, podcast appearances.  
- Reader community: Facebook Group (aim 5k members), newsletter exclusives.  
- Backlist marketing: Bundle with author's prior works or similar titles.  

## 6. SUCCESS METRICS
| KPI | Baseline | Target | Measurement Tool |
|-----|----------|--------|------------------|
| **Book Sales** | 0 units | 10,000 units (first 3 months) | Amazon KDP Dashboard + BookScan |
| **Social Engagement Rate** | 2% (industry avg) | 8% (likes/shares/views per post) | Instagram/TikTok Insights |
| **Email Conversion Rate** | 1.5% open-to-sale | 5% (tracked via UTM links) | Klaviyo Analytics |

## 7. EXECUTION TASKS
- **Social Media Pack (30 Reels/Stories templates, 20 carousels, hashtags guide)**: Zara  
- **Email Sequence (5-email welcome series, 3-launch blasts, 4 retargeting)**: Maya  
- **Press Release (2 versions: launch + post-launch)**: Maya  
- **Ad Copy & Creatives (10 Meta ad variants, Amazon keywords)**: Maya  
- **Author Bio/Media Kit (1-pager bio, high-res assets, pitch deck)**: Leo  
- **Influencer Outreach List (50 contacts, contracts)**: Zara  
- **Content Calendar (12-week Google Sheet)**: Maya  
- **Book Trailer (2 versions: 30s + 2min)**: Leo  
- **Review Amplification Graphics (20 templates)**: Zara  
- **Evergreen Blog Posts (4x AI-themed articles)**: Leo  
- **Facebook Group Setup & Moderation Plan**: Zara  

**Next Steps:** Schedule kickoff call with Leo & Zara. Approve budget by EOD. Questions? Reply here. Let's make *Echoes of Eternity* a bestseller! 🚀