# Campaign Strategy Document: "Shadows of Tomorrow" Book Launch

## 1. PRODUCT SUMMARY
"Shadows of Tomorrow" is a gripping debut sci-fi thriller by Alex Rivera, blending near-future dystopian intrigue with high-stakes espionage and moral dilemmas. Key selling points include its pulse-pounding plot twists revealed through unreliable narrators, timely themes of AI surveillance and human resilience that resonate in today's tech-driven world, and endorsements from bestselling authors like Blake Crouch, positioning it as a must-read for fans of "The Silent Patient" meets "Neuromancer."

## 2. TARGET AUDIENCE
**Primary: Thriller and Sci-Fi Enthusiasts**  
- Age range: 25-45  
- Platforms: Instagram, TikTok, Goodreads  
- Purchasing triggers: Author buzz, teaser trailers, peer recommendations on BookTok  
- Emotional state: Seeking escapism from daily stress, craving intellectual thrills and "what if" scenarios  

**Secondary 1: Professional Book Clubs and Influencers**  
- Age range: 30-55  
- Platforms: LinkedIn, Email newsletters, Twitter/X  
- Purchasing triggers: ARC reviews, media mentions, group reading prompts  
- Emotional state: Curious and status-driven, eager for discussion fodder and insider access  

**Secondary 2: Young Adult Crossover Readers**  
- Age range: 18-24  
- Platforms: TikTok, Instagram Reels  
- Purchasing triggers: Viral short-form videos, affordable e-book deals  
- Emotional state: Anxious about future uncertainties, drawn to empowering protagonists  

## 3. MESSAGING PILLARS
1. **Unputdownable Twists**: Every piece of content teases "one twist will change everything," highlighting the book's edge-of-your-seat suspense.  
2. **Future You Can't Ignore**: Emphasize relevant AI and surveillance themes with "What if tomorrow's shadows are already here?" to spark urgency and relevance.  
3. **Your Next Obsession**: Position as "the book readers can't stop talking about," backed by early praise and community hooks.  

## 4. CHANNEL PLAN
| Channel | Platform | Content Type | Frequency | Owner Agent |
|---------|----------|--------------|-----------|-------------|
| Visual Social | Instagram/TikTok | Reels/Stories (teasers, author Q&A, BookTok trends, reader reactions) | 5x/week (3 TikTok, 2 IG) | Zara |
| Professional Networking | LinkedIn | Posts/articles (author insights, industry trends, ARC reviews) | 3x/week | Leo |
| Warm List Nurturing | Email | Newsletters/sequences (exclusive excerpts, launch invites, review requests) | 2x/week during active phases | Maya |
| Credibility Building | Press | Releases/pitches (outlets like Publishers Weekly, Book Riot) | 1x per phase milestone | Maya |
| Community (Additional) | Goodreads/Amazon | Reviews amplification, Q&A threads, giveaways | 2x/week | Zara |
| Paid Amplification (Additional) | Facebook/Instagram Ads | Retargeting carousels, video ads | Daily during Launch/Post-Launch | Leo |

## 5. CAMPAIGN PHASES
**Pre-Launch (2 weeks before):** Build hype with teaser visuals on IG/TikTok (e.g., cryptic trailers), distribute 100 ARCs to influencers via email outreach, secure 5-10 early reviews on Goodreads, and pitch press for features. Goal: 20% email list growth.  
**Launch Week:** Daily cross-channel posts reinforcing pillars, full email blast to 5K+ list with purchase links, press release to 50 outlets, and $2K ad spend on lookalike audiences. Host live IG/TikTok author event.  
**Post-Launch (Weeks 2-8):** Amplify top reviews via social shares and ads, run reader engagement contests (e.g., "favorite twist" shares), retarget cart abandoners with discount emails. Monitor sales velocity.  
**Long-Term (Months 3-12):** Shift to evergreen content like "AI in fiction" threads on LinkedIn, nurture reader community via monthly newsletters and Facebook Group, cross-promote author's backlist or sequels.  

## 6. SUCCESS METRICS
1. **Sales Conversions**: Baseline: 500 units (pre-campaign avg.); Target: 5,000 units in first 30 days (track via BookScan/Amazon KDP).  
2. **Engagement Rate**: Baseline: 2% (historical social); Target: 8% avg. across IG/TikTok/Email (likes/shares/opens).  
3. **Media Mentions**: Baseline: 0; Target: 20+ earned placements (track via Google Alerts/Meltwater).  

## 7. EXECUTION TASKS
- **Social Media Pack (30 posts: 15 IG/TikTok, 10 LinkedIn, 5 Goodreads)**: Zara  
- **Email Sequence (8 emails: 3 pre-launch teasers, 2 launch blasts, 3 post-launch nurtures)**: Maya  
- **Press Release (2 versions: launch + 30-day update) + Media Kit (author bio, fact sheet, hi-res assets)**: Maya  
- **Ad Copy/Creatives (10 variants for FB/IG ads + retargeting)**: Leo  
- **Influencer Outreach List (50 contacts) + ARC Fulfillment Tracker**: Maya  
- **Review Amplification Graphics (20 shareables)**: Zara  
- **Evergreen Content Bundle (12 LinkedIn articles, 6 newsletters)**: Leo  
- **Community Engagement Calendar (contests, AMAs)**: Zara  
- **Analytics Dashboard Setup + Weekly Reports**: Maya  

**Approval Chain**: Maya reviews all assets before publish. Budget: $15K total (50% ads, 30% influencers/ARCs, 20% tools). Launch Date: [Insert Date]. Contact: maya@crimsonleafmarketing.com