I know most of you are still in your writing phase, and getting everything put together, but let's not skip thinking about how to promote the book before it's published. Pre-launch marketing isn’t extra work it’s how you: - build momentum - attract early readers - start an email list before day one Here are 3 things you can do right now, even if your book isn’t finished yet 👇 1️⃣ Talk about the problem your book solves on social media - the struggle your reader is dealing with - common mistakes they’re making - small mindset shifts or “aha” moments This is how you start building your audience. Do a challenge where you post about problems and solutions within your niche for 30 days or more. You don't even have to mention the book yet. If people relate to the problem, they’ll want the solution when your book drops. 2️⃣ Start collecting emails early (even with a simple freebie)This can be: - a short checklist - a 1-page PDF - a few journal prompts - a “coming soon” interest list Start setting up a funnel now, and thinking about how you can grow your audience. Those videos you spend time creating in step one get those followers off your socials and into your email list. How do you do that? You give something away, a quiz, a checklist, a custom GPT. Your goal isn’t perfection — it’s ownership. Social platforms change. Your email list doesn’t. 3️⃣ Consider a pre-launch podcast tour to share: - why you’re writing the book - how your book will help people - give an estimate of your launch month and say you're looking for early readers. This is a great way to build trust and collect reviews quickly when your book comes out. People love rooting for something in progress. When they feel part of the journey, they’re more likely to buy. 📌 Reminder: Books that sell well usually don’t start at launch — they start before launch. 👇 What is one activity you will choose start doing right now to grow awareness of your upcoming book?

I’m realizing this at the perfect time since today is the last day of the month — so it’s time to recognize our January Leaderboard Winner 👏 🏆 Bradley Deacon - @Bradley Deacon Bradley has been consistently showing up in this community. He’s been asking thoughtful questions, giving solid feedback, and generously sharing his AI workflows. That kind of engagement truly helps this community grow, and I want to say thank you. I see the effort, and it matters. 🎁 Winner Rewards STANDARD MEMBERS • Win the monthly leaderboard → unlock any workshop replay in the classroom• Just DM me and tell me which one you want PREMIUM MEMBERS • Win the monthly leaderboard → 1:1 30-minute strategy call with me @Bradley Deacon — shoot me a DM and let me know which workshop replay you’d like unlocked or you can wait for a future one for me to unlock up to you👏 🚀 February starts tomorrow, so the leaderboard resets… Let’s see who’s taking the top spot next month 👀🔥 (If you want to win, the formula is simple: post, comment, ask questions, and help others.)

I was really thinking of playing this little game 🎲 and then saw @Liisa Reimann post it up in her community, and it's honestly been so fun. 👀 How do you play? Just drop in the comments 2 truths about yourself and 1 Lie. (don't do it in any particular order) The goal is for other members to try to answer which one they think you're lying about. Don't immediately respond to the answer - let a few people have some guesses! Then come back and respond to who was right tomorrow. 👇 I'll go first in the comment's see if you can spot my deception.

Before you write, study what’s already selling. This is research, not copying. DO THIS: 1️⃣ Review Competitor Books Table of Contents Find the listing on Amazon and click the "Read Sample" option ... this will be available for most books and sometimes you can even get to peek at some chapter content. - How the topic is structured - What problems they lead with - What feels missing or weak - See what you could add to your book outline 2️⃣ Check the BSR Find the Best Seller Rank on Amazon and plug it in here: 👉 https://kindlepreneur.com/amazon-kdp-sales-rank-calculator/ This gives you a rough idea of demand and sales. 3️⃣ Read 3-star reviews That’s where readers say what they didn’t like. These reviews are the most valuable to get takeaways from. Those gaps are your opportunity. I'm sure @Bradley Deacon or @Gemma Coles could probably give pro tips on how to feed all 3 star reviews in AI and have it analyze the findings 😉 4️⃣ Scan the book description & A+ content Read this like a buyer, not an author. Notice the exact language they use to describe the problem, the emotional trigger they’re tapping into, and the transformation they’re promising on the other side. Pay attention to who the book is clearly written for (beginner, overwhelmed, burned out, stuck) and what outcome they’re really selling beyond the content itself. 5️⃣ Click the author name - If they have multiple books selling in the same niche, that’s a strong market signal. I use this as a quick way to spot additional topics worth pursuing—especially when an author is doing well across related subjects. Those overlaps often turn into perfect bundle opportunities later, which can increase visibility, value, and sales.

A little celebration post ! Just hit level 5 in this community. Thanks to everyone who inspires me to keep checking in here for tips a bit of banter and some fun.