Everything you need to launch your digital book with confidence
Publishing your ebook is more than uploading a file—it’s launching a product. A professional ebook launch requires planning, quality control, metadata, marketing, and post-launch tracking. Whether you’re an author, editor, or small publisher, this checklist will help you ensure no step is overlooked.
✅ 1. Finalize your manuscript
- Double-check spelling, grammar, and consistency
- Get feedback from beta readers or a professional editor
- Prepare any visuals (images, charts, cover design)
Pro tip: Consider including a call-to-action inside the book (e.g., “Visit my site” or “Join my mailing list”).
✅ 2. Choose your formats
Make your ebook available in multiple formats for broader accessibility:
- EPUB for flexible reading across devices
- PDF for printable, layout-fixed content
- Audiobook if you want to expand into audio
With Bookset, you can publish in all three formats from a single dashboard.
✅ 3. Add complete metadata
Metadata determines how your book is discovered. Be sure to include:
- Title and subtitle
- Author(s)
- Description and keywords
- ISBN (optional but recommended)
- Genre/category
- Language, publication date, and pricing
✅ 4. Create your launch assets
Prepare the materials you’ll use to promote your ebook:
- Book cover (front + thumbnail)
- Product images (for social media, blog posts, press kits)
- Sample chapter or quote cards
- Landing page or website link
✅ 5. Set up your distribution
Decide where and how you’ll distribute your ebook:
- Through your own platform (recommended for full control and profits)
- Through third-party stores like Amazon or Apple Books
- Via direct links or lending models using Bookset
Make sure your links and sales pages are live before launch day.
✅ 6. Plan your marketing campaign
You don’t need a huge budget—but you do need a plan. Consider:
- Social media announcements
- Email newsletters to subscribers
- Outreach to bloggers, influencers, and communities
- Online events (live Q&A, webinars, giveaways)
Create a launch calendar and start promoting at least 2–3 weeks in advance.
✅ 7. Prepare post-launch follow-up
The launch doesn’t end on release day. Plan for:
- Reader engagement: respond to comments and reviews
- Analytics tracking: monitor downloads, sales, and engagement
- Content updates: fix typos, update metadata, refresh the cover if needed
Launch smarter with Bookset
Bookset gives you everything you need to launch your ebook like a pro:
- Publish in EPUB, PDF, and audio
- Customize metadata, pricing, and access rules
- Share your book directly or lend it to readers
- Track performance with real-time analytics
- Control your brand, revenue, and audience—all in one place
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