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

## 1. PRODUCT SUMMARY
"Shadows of Betrayal" is a gripping psychological thriller by debut author Alex Rivera, following a corporate executive unraveling a web of corporate espionage and personal vendettas that threaten her sanity and life. Key selling points: pulse-pounding twists that rival Gone Girl, authentic insider portrayal of high-stakes tech industry intrigue, and a fierce female protagonist whose resilience empowers readers facing their own betrayals.

## 2. TARGET AUDIENCE
**Primary: Thriller Enthusiast Women (70% budget allocation)**  
- Age range: 25-45  
- Platforms: Instagram, TikTok, Goodreads  
- Purchasing triggers: BookTok recommendations, binge-worthy series hype, escape from daily stress  
- Emotional state: Stressed professionals seeking empowerment and adrenaline rush  

**Secondary 1: Professional Tech Workers**  
- Age range: 30-50  
- Platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter/X  
- Purchasing triggers: Industry relevance, author AMAs, networking events  
- Emotional state: Ambitious yet cynical, craving stories mirroring workplace paranoia  

**Secondary 2: Book Clubs & Avid Readers**  
- Age range: 35-55  
- Platforms: Facebook Groups, Email newsletters  
- Purchasing triggers: Discussion prompts, early reader buzz, bundled deals  
- Emotional state: Community-seeking, intellectually stimulated, loyal to genres  

## 3. MESSAGING PILLARS
Every piece of content must reinforce these **exactly 3 core messages**:  
1. **Unputdownable Twists**: "One betrayal changes everything—dare to uncover the shadows."  
2. **Empowered Protagonist**: "In a world of deceit, her strength is your inspiration."  
3. **Tech Thriller Authenticity**: "Real corporate secrets, fictional thrills—believe the unbelievable."  

## 4. CHANNEL PLAN
| Channel | Platform | Content Type | Frequency | Owner Agent |
|---------|----------|--------------|-----------|-------------|
| Visual Social | Instagram/TikTok | Reels (book teasers, author reads, twist hints), Stories (polls/Q&A), Carousel posts (quotes) | 5x/week (3 TikTok, 2 IG) | Leo |
| Professional Networking | LinkedIn | Long-form posts (industry insights tied to book), Video interviews, Article shares | 3x/week | Maya |
| Warm List Nurturing | Email (Klaviyo/Mailchimp) | Newsletters, segmented blasts (ARCs, discounts), automated sequences | Weekly + 3 blasts (launch week) | Zara |
| Credibility Building | Press (PR Newswire, book blogs) | Press releases, guest articles, podcast pitches | 1-2/month | Zara |
| Community (Added) | Goodreads/Amazon | Reviews amplification, Q&A threads, giveaways | Bi-weekly | Leo |
| Paid Ads (Added) | Meta Ads (FB/IG), Amazon Ads | Retargeting video ads, lookalike audiences | Daily during launch/post-launch | Maya |

## 5. CAMPAIGN PHASES
**Pre-Launch (2 weeks before launch)**: Build hype with teasers (mysterious IG Reels), ARC/early access offers via email (500 ARCs to influencers/book bloggers), influencer outreach (20 micro-influencers on TikTok/BookTok). Goal: 10K impressions, 500 pre-orders.  

**Launch Week**: Daily posts across all channels (e.g., live author IG session), email blast to 5K list (20% open rate target), press release to 50 outlets, launch ads ($2K budget on Meta/Amazon). Goal: 5K sales Week 1.  

**Post-Launch (Weeks 2-8)**: Amplify reviews (share top Goodreads quotes), community engagement (Facebook Group challenges: "Spot the betrayal"), retargeting ads to cart abandoners/site visitors. Goal: Sustain 2K sales/week.  

**Long-Term (Months 3-12)**: Evergreen content (podcast appearances, "behind the book" blog series), reader community (exclusive Discord for superfans), backlist marketing (bundle with similar thrillers). Goal: 50K total sales, audiobook/podcast deals.  

## 6. SUCCESS METRICS
1. **Sales Volume**: Baseline: 0 (pre-launch). Target: 50K units sold in 12 months (tracked via BookScan/Amazon KDP).  
2. **Engagement Rate**: Baseline: 1-2% (industry avg). Target: 5% avg across social (likes/comments/shares via native analytics).  
3. **Email Open/Conversion**: Baseline: 15% open, 2% click-to-sale. Target: 30% open, 5% conversion (Klaviyo dashboard).  

## 7. EXECUTION TASKS
- **Social Media Pack** (10 IG carousels, 15 TikTok Reels, LinkedIn templates): Leo  
- **Email Sequence** (5-email nurture: welcome/ARC/teaser/launch/discount; 2 blast templates): Zara  
- **Press Release** (launch + 2 follow-ups) + Media Kit (author bio, cover assets, fact sheet): Zara  
- **Ad Copy** (Meta/Amazon: 5 variations) + Retargeting Setup: Maya  
- **Author Bio/Media Kit** (expanded version with headshots, Q&A): Maya  
- **Influencer Outreach List** (50 contacts, pitch templates, tracking sheet): Zara  
- **Review Amplification Graphics** (20 quote cards): Leo  
- **Evergreen Content Bundle** (5 blog posts, 3 podcast pitches): Leo  
- **Community Setup** (Goodreads thread starters, FB Group rules): Maya  
- **Analytics Dashboard** (Google Sheets for KPIs): Maya