Turn your children’s book into consistent sales (without guessing what works)
Your Book is Written. Now let’s make sure it sells.
This is for you if:
You’ve published (or are about to)
Sales are slow or non-existent
You don’t know what to focus on
This is NOT for you if:
You expect overnight success with no effort
You're looking for someone to do the marketing for you
You haven't published your book yet and aren't close to launch
You already have a large, engaged audience and consistent sales
After purchase, you’ll get instant access to the full guide so you can start implementing immediately.
The Independent Author's Guide to Book Marketing
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Chapter Breakdown
01
Build a Strong, Recognisable Author Brand
Learn how to define your voice, create visuals that reflect your story, and build a brand that connects with both children and the adults buying for them. This is your foundation, and it's key to standing out.
02
Master Social Media Without Burning Out
Get clear on where to show up, what to share, and how to keep it manageable. Learn how to build a genuine following without it taking over your time or energy.
03
Boost Sales Through Reviews and Testimonials
Understand how to build trust with new readers using reviews, blurbs, and word-of-mouth. This chapter shows you how to ask for and use reviews in a way that feels natural and effective.
04
Navigate Paid Advertising Without Breaking the Bank
Ads can work, if you know how to use them. This chapter breaks down the basics of Amazon, Facebook and Instagram ads, with step-by-step guidance to help you test, learn, and see results without overspending.
05
Implement Long-Term Strategies for Sustained Success
Marketing isn't just about your launch. Learn how to stay visible over time with smart, repeatable strategies - email marketing, events, partnerships, school visits, and more.
By the end of this guide, you'll know how to:
Create an author brand that feels true to you and speaks to your readers
Grow your social presence without chasing every trend
Use reviews and social proof to drive credibility and real sales
Run cost-effective ad campaigns that actually deliver
Build a marketing plan that supports your book over time - not just at launch
Everything in one download.
38-page PDF - practical, no filler, written for indie children's book authors
Templates and checklists for every chapter
30-day post-launch action plan
Amazon keyword research worksheet
School visit email template - ready to adapt and send
Instant download - access immediately after purchase
Lifetime access - download again any time
Marketing a children's book as an indie author can feel like stepping into a whole new world.
It doesn't have to be complicated or expensive.
This guide is designed to help you get clear, get confident, and get selling. It brings together two decades of brand and media experience with hands-on insights from publishing and promoting a children's book independently.
The focus? Helping you reach the parents, teachers and librarians who will love your book -and generate real sales quickly and sustainably, without the overwhelm.
Whether you're launching your first book or trying to grow an existing audience, this guide offers practical steps that make a real difference.
FAQ
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Both. The core strategies apply across all children's books. Where approaches differ by format or age group, the guide calls that out specifically.
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Description text goes hereYes — and in some ways it's more useful before you publish. Several of the most valuable strategies are about what to do before launch: building your email list, setting up your Amazon page correctly, and establishing your brand foundation.
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No. The guide covers both free strategies (school visits, library outreach, social media communities) and paid ones. Chapter 4 includes specific budget guidance starting from $50 per month.
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PDF. Works on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. You can also print it if you prefer working through a physical copy.
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"I went from $120 total sales to $1,420 in 3 weeks after fixing my listing using this guide."
-Laura P., Picture Book Author
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"I made my first sale from someone I didn't know within 48 hours of applying this”
-Hannah W.