# Campaign Strategy Document: "Echoes of the Forgotten" by Elara Voss

## 1. PRODUCT SUMMARY
"Echoes of the Forgotten" is a psychological thriller following a neuroscientist who uncovers buried family secrets through hypnotic regression, blending heart-pounding suspense with profound explorations of memory and identity. Key selling points: Unputdownable twists that rival Gillian Flynn, emotionally resonant characters driving reader investment, and a mind-bending finale perfect for BookTok virality and late-night binge-reading.

## 2. TARGET AUDIENCE
**Primary: BookTok Enthusiast Women**  
Age: 25-40. Platforms: TikTok, Instagram, Goodreads. Purchasing triggers: Viral #BookTok videos, ARC reviews from influencers, FOMO from teaser clips. Emotional state: Stressed from daily life, seeking immersive escapism and emotional catharsis.

**Secondary 1: Professional Thriller Fans**  
Age: 30-50 (mixed gender). Platforms: LinkedIn, Amazon, podcasts like "Crime Junkie." Purchasing triggers: Author interviews, bestseller list buzz, recommendations from peers. Emotional state: Ambitious and analytical, craving intellectual puzzles amid high-pressure careers.

**Secondary 2: Book Club Readers**  
Age: 40-60 (primarily women). Platforms: Facebook Groups, Email newsletters, Nextdoor. Purchasing triggers: Group discussions, "one more for the list" suggestions, holiday gift guides. Emotional state: Socially connected, desiring discussion-worthy depth and relatability.

## 3. MESSAGING PILLARS
Every piece of content must reinforce **exactly these 3 core messages**:  
1. **Unravel the Unforgettable**: Dive into a plot so twisty, it'll haunt your dreams.  
2. **Memories That Matter**: Rediscover yourself through characters who confront buried truths.  
3. **Thrill That Stays**: One read changes everything—join the obsessed.

## 4. CHANNEL PLAN
| Channel | Platform | Content Type | Frequency | Owner Agent |
|---------|----------|--------------|-----------|-------------|
| Visual Social | Instagram/TikTok | Reels (book teasers, aesthetic mood boards, author Q&A), Stories (polls, countdowns), Carousel posts (quotes + visuals) | 5x/week (3 TikTok, 2 IG) | Zara |
| Professional Networking | LinkedIn | Long-form posts (author insights, thriller industry trends), Video interviews, Sponsored updates | 3x/week | Leo |
| Warm Audience Nurturing | Email (via Klaviyo/Mailchimp) | Newsletters (excerpts, behind-the-scenes), Automated sequences (welcome series, retargeting) | Weekly + 3 blasts (launch week) | Maya |
| Credibility Building | Press (PR Newswire, book blogs like Book Riot) | Press releases, Guest articles, Podcast pitches | 1-2/month | Maya |
| Additional: Community Hub | Facebook Groups/Reddit (r/books, r/thrillerbooks) | Discussion threads, AMAs, User-generated content reposts | 2x/week | Leo |
| Additional: Paid Amplification | Amazon Ads/Facebook Ads | Retargeting ads (cover visuals + reviews), Lookalike audiences | Daily budget $50-200 (phased) | Zara |

## 5. CAMPAIGN PHASES
**Pre-Launch (2 weeks before release – Build Hype)**: Teaser Reels/Stories on IG/TikTok (mysterious hooks), ARC/early access offers to 50 influencers via email DMs, Influencer outreach (micro-influencers 10k-50k followers), LinkedIn teaser post from author.

**Launch Week (Day 1-7 – Maximize Visibility)**: Daily posts across all social (live launch event on IG), Email blast to 5k list with exclusive excerpt + discount code, Press release to 100 outlets, Kick off $1k ad spend on TikTok/Amazon.

**Post-Launch (Weeks 2-8 – Sustain Momentum)**: Amplify reader reviews (repurpose 5-star quotes into Reels), Community engagement (Reddit AMAs, FB Group giveaways), Retargeting ads to site visitors/cart abandoners, Weekly email with reader spotlights.

**Long-Term (Months 3-12 – Drive Evergreen Sales)**: Evergreen content (podcast episodes, "best of 2024" roundups), Build reader community (private FB Group, monthly newsletters), Backlist marketing (bundle with author's prior books, holiday promo emails).

## 6. SUCCESS METRICS
1. **Book Sales**: Baseline: 0 (pre-launch). Target: 15,000 units (tracked via KDP/Amazon dashboard + BookScan).  
2. **Social Engagement Rate**: Baseline: 2% (historical agency avg). Target: 8% (likes/shares/comments per post; tracked via native analytics).  
3. **Email Open/Click Rate**: Baseline: 22% open/3% click. Target: 35% open/10% click (tracked via Klaviyo; tied to conversions).

## 7. EXECUTION TASKS
- **Social Media Pack (20 IG/TikTok assets: Reels, graphics, templates)**: Zara  
- **Email Sequence (6 emails: Welcome, Teaser, Launch, Review Request, Retarget, Evergreen)**: Maya  
- **Press Release (2 versions: Launch + 1-Month Update) + Media Kit (author bio, fact sheet, hi-res images)**: Maya  
- **Ad Copy + Creatives (10 ad variations for Amazon/FB/TikTok)**: Zara  
- **LinkedIn Content Calendar (12 weeks of posts + 3 videos)**: Leo  
- **Influencer Outreach List + ARC Tracking Sheet (50 contacts)**: Leo  
- **Review Amplification Toolkit (Quote graphics, submission guide)**: Zara  
- **Community Engagement Plan (FB Group setup, 10 giveaway posts, AMA scripts)**: Leo  
- **Evergreen Content Bundle (5 blog posts, 3 podcast pitches)**: Maya  
- **Analytics Dashboard Setup + Weekly Reporting Template**: Maya