## INSTAGRAM (10 posts)

### Post 1
- **POST TYPE:** Hook  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Bold graphic with a question mark overlay on a stack of unsold books turning into a bestseller chart.  
- **CAPTION:** Ever wonder why your book has 50 reviews but zero sales momentum? It's not the writing—it's the marketing blind spots. 😩  
  Let's fix that.  
  #BookMarketing #AuthorTips #IndieAuthor  
- **CTA:** Comment your biggest sales struggle below.

### Post 2
- **POST TYPE:** Story  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Carousel of before/after screenshots: author's empty sales dashboard to skyrocketing graph.  
- **CAPTION:** Sarah's debut novel sat on Amazon for 6 months. Zero ads, no social buzz. We stepped in: targeted TikTok hooks + IG Reels + email nurture. Result? 5-figure launch week. 📈  
  Her story is your blueprint.  
  #BookLaunch #AuthorSuccess #MarketingStrategy  
- **CTA:** DM "STORY" for the full case study.

### Post 3
- **POST TYPE:** Behind-the-Scenes  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Photo of team whiteboard session with book covers, sticky notes, and coffee mugs scattered around.  
- **CAPTION:** Monday ritual: dissecting your ARC reader feedback to craft hooks that convert browsers to buyers. No guesswork—just data-driven magic. ☕📊  
  What's your launch's weakest link?  
  #BehindTheScenes #BookMarketingAgency #AuthorLife  
- **CTA:** Save this post for your next planning sesh.

### Post 4
- **POST TYPE:** Quote  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Elegant minimalist graphic with gold text on deep blue background: "Marketing isn't optional—it's oxygen for your book."  
- **CAPTION:** "Marketing isn't optional—it's oxygen for your book." – Client who hit #1 in her genre after our 30-day sprint.  
  Breathe life into your launch. 💨  
  #AuthorQuote #BookPromo #IndiePublishing  
- **CTA:** Tag an author who needs this reminder.

### Post 5
- **POST TYPE:** CTA  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Eye-catching button graphic saying "Book Your Free Audit" over a mockup of a book sales report.  
- **CAPTION:** Your book's sales page is leaking money. Fix it in 15 minutes with our free marketing audit. Spots fill fast. ⏰  
  #BookMarketing #AuthorGrowth #SalesBoost  
- **CTA:** Link in bio to claim your audit.

### Post 6
- **POST TYPE:** Review Amplification  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Screenshot of 5-star Goodreads review with animated stars exploding around it.  
- **CAPTION:** "Crimson Leaf turned my whispers into a roar—#1 bestseller!" – Indie thriller author.  
  We amplify what readers already love. Your turn? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  
  #BookReviews #AuthorMarketing #Bestseller  
- **CTA:** Share your best review in the comments.

### Post 7
- **POST TYPE:** Hook  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Split-image: left side sad author alone with laptop, right side celebrating with sales confetti.  
- **CAPTION:** Authors: Stop treating marketing like a dirty word. One pivot, and your book sells itself. Ready to flip the script? 🔄  
  #IndieAuthor #BookSales #MarketingHacks  
- **CTA:** Like if you're flipping it this year.

### Post 8
- **POST TYPE:** Story  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Video still of author unboxing promo swag with excited expression.  
- **CAPTION:** From 12 pre-orders to 1,200: How we used scarcity + UGC to explode this romance launch. Real results, no fluff. ❤️📖  
  #RomanceAuthor #BookLaunchTips #MarketingWins  
- **CTA:** DM "ROMANCE" for the playbook.

### Post 9
- **POST TYPE:** Behind-the-Scenes  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Time-lapse graphic of ad creative iterations from rough sketch to polished hero image.  
- **CAPTION:** Ad day: Testing 17 hooks so you don't have to. Conversion rate? Up 340%. Precision over perfection. 🎯  
  #AdStrategy #BookAds #CreativeProcess  
- **CTA:** Follow for more BTS.

### Post 10
- **POST TYPE:** Quote  
- **VISUAL NOTE:** Testimonial quote bubble from fantasy author on enchanted forest background.  
- **CAPTION:** "They sold more copies in a month than I did all year." – Fantasy author post-campaign.  
  Words that pay off. ✍️💰  
  #FantasyAuthor #Testimonial #BookAgency  
- **CTA:** Reply "YES" if you want results like this.

## TIKTOK / REELS (5 concepts)

### Concept 1
- **HOOK (first 3 seconds):** "Your book’s not selling? Blame this ONE mistake." (text on screen, dramatic music sting)  
- **VIDEO CONCEPT:** Quick cuts: common author errors (generic cover scroll, no CTA post), then "fix" with Crimson Leaf examples (targeted ad swipe-up, Reel hook demo). End with sales graph spike.  
- **CTA:** "Link in bio for free audit—do it NOW!"

### Concept 2
- **HOOK (first 3 seconds):** "Wrote the book? Now sell it like THIS." (author typing fast-forward)  
- **VIDEO CONCEPT:** Duet-style: Side-by-side "DIY fail" (boring post) vs. our pro Reel (hook + testimonial + swipe). Text overlays with tips; upbeat track.  
- **CTA:** "Comment 'SELL' for the template."

### Concept 3
- **HOOK (first 3 seconds):** "Bestseller secret? Not talent—timing." (clock ticking overlay)  
- **VIDEO CONCEPT:** 15-sec story: Author's stalled launch → our 7-day blitz (TikTok ads, IG stories) → #1 rank reveal. Green screen book covers popping up.  
- **CTA:** "DM 'TIMING' for your launch calendar."

### Concept 4
- **HOOK (first 3 seconds):** "Authors: Stop scrolling, start selling." (finger point at camera)  
- **VIDEO CONCEPT:** Trend dance remixed with book props—each move a marketing step (hook, target, convert). Text stats: "+500% sales." Fun, viral energy.  
- **CTA:** "Save & share with your writer group!"

### Concept 5
- **HOOK (first 3 seconds):** "This review changed everything." (star explosion effect)  
- **VIDEO CONCEPT:** Animate a real client review morphing into sales rocket. Cut to BTS ad creation; end with "Your review next?"  
- **CTA:** "Tag your beta reader below."

## LINKEDIN (5 posts)

### Post 1
- **HEADLINE:** 87% of indie authors launch without a marketing plan—here's why that kills sales.  
- **BODY:** Most authors pour their soul into writing, then expect Amazon algorithms to do the rest. Reality: Without targeted visibility, even brilliant books gather dust.  

We've audited 200+ launches at Crimson Leaf Marketing. Common pitfalls? Generic ads, ignored niches, zero post-launch nurture.  

One fix: Micro-targeted campaigns hitting your exact reader avatars on TikTok and IG. Result for a recent client: 4x ROI in week one.  

Value first: Download our free "Launch Blindspot Checklist" to spot yours early.  
- **CTA:** Connect and message "CHECKLIST" for instant access.

### Post 2
- **HEADLINE:** Book sales flatline after launch week? The nurture sequence you're missing.  
- **BODY:** Launch buzz fades fast without follow-up. Authors often stop at "buy now"—big mistake.  

Smart agencies build email + social retargeting funnels. We do: Day 1 hook → Day 7 reminder → Day 30 bonus content.  

Client example: Memoir author went from 200 sales to 2,500 sustained via this loop. Data shows 3x lifetime value.  

Elevate your strategy—professional marketing scales what passion starts.  
- **CTA:** Comment your launch timeline for personalized advice.

### Post 3
- **HEADLINE:** Why "write it and they will come" is the lie indie authors still believe.  
- **BODY:** Platforms reward promotion, not just publication. No ads? No algorithm love.  

At Crimson Leaf, we reverse-engineer bestsellers: Competitor ad teardowns + custom creatives. One thriller series: 10k units in Q1.  

Key: Low-CPC hooks tailored to genre tropes. Authors focus on book 2; we handle the revenue machine.  

Pro tip: Audit your comps weekly.  
- **CTA:** DM "AUDIT" to benchmark your book free.

### Post 4
- **HEADLINE:** From 12 pre-orders to 1,200: The ad pivot that worked.  
- **BODY:** Early campaigns test broad—winners scale narrow. We A/B 20+ assets pre-launch.  

Romance client case: Swapped lifestyle imagery for emotional hooks. CPC dropped 60%, conversions soared.  

Broader lesson: Data dictates decisions. Agencies like ours turn guesswork into guarantees.  

Invest in expertise; your manuscript deserves it.  
- **CTA:** Like if you're scaling soon—I'll share the ad framework.

### Post 5
- **HEADLINE:** Publishers reject marketing plans as often as bad manuscripts.  
- **BODY:** Trad pub or indie, visibility is your edge. Self-pub authors win with agility—we prove it daily.  

Recent win: Sci-fi debut. TikTok virality + LinkedIn author network = top 100 genre rank.  

Formula: 40% awareness, 40% conversion, 20% retention. Trackable KPIs every step.  

Authors: Partner with specialists to outpace the market.  
- **CTA:** Book a 15-min strategy call via Calendly link.

## TWITTER/X THREAD (1 thread, 8 tweets)

- **Tweet 1:** Authors: Your book’s not "undiscoverable"—you’re just marketing to ghosts. Fix it with reader avatars. Thread: 7 steps to real sales. 1/8  

- **Tweet 2:** Step 1: Ditch "book lovers." Pinpoint: "Thriller fans who devoured Reacher AND love true crime pods." Niche = sales. 2/8  

- **Tweet 3:** Step 2: Steal comp ads. Search FB Ad Library for your genre’s top 10. Copy hooks that convert, tweak for your voice. 3/8  

- **Tweet 4:** Step 3: Hook in 3 sec. "What if your spouse was the killer?" > "Buy my thriller." Test on Reels. Virality incoming. 4/8  

- **Tweet 5:** Step 4: ARC army. 50 targeted readers > 500 randos. They amplify reviews + buzz. Tools: BookSirens. 5/8  

- **Tweet 6:** Step 5: Retarget abandoners. Email "Finish the twist?" + IG stories. Recovers 20-30% lost sales. 6/8  

- **Tweet 7:** Step 6: Track everything. UTM links, not guesses. Scale winners, kill losers. Data > hope. 7/8  

- **Tweet 8:** Step 7: Outsource the grind. Agencies like @CrimsonLeafMkt turn this into 5-figure launches. Free audit? Reply "AUDIT." Your move. 8/8