Books guide

Plan a simple book launch

Plan a manageable book launch with a clear timeline, early readers and a few focused announcements, without spending a fortune or burning out.

Estimated time: 2–3 hours to plan, then 6–8 weeks to runUpdated: 28 September 2026

Use this guide when you have a publication date and want to give your book a good start. Have your finished book, its description, cover image and a list of people and places where you can share news.

Step by step

  1. Set your launch date and goal

    Choose a date that gives you at least six weeks to prepare. Decide on one or two realistic goals, such as a number of early reviews or signing up readers to a mailing list. Clear goals help you choose what to do and what to skip.

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