Reviews & promotion

Press, pitches and word of mouth

We take your book to media, book blogs and podcasts, so more readers hear about it.

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Estimated reach · Pro plan
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Ad budget in use · $770
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2.2%Click rate
60 social posts, scheduled for you
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2 press releases + distribution
For immediate release
News wiresBook blogsLocal mediaPodcasts
5-page author website
Your plan includes
Set up by our team
Reach60K–150K
Ad budget$770
Social posts60
Press releases2
Author website5 pages
Done for you, start to finish Ad budget included in every plan No added fee on monthly payments Your book always stays yours
Overview

Promotion that earns attention

Ads buy attention. Press and promotion earn it. When a news outlet, book blog or podcast talks about your book, readers trust it more, because someone other than you is saying it. That kind of attention also lasts longer and builds your name.

Folio marketing plans include press releases, distribution, media outreach, featured placements and podcast pitches, depending on the plan. Starter focuses on ads and posts, and press starts with Growth. Your campaign also includes written articles that help readers find you.

Promotion sits alongside your ads, social posts and author website. A reader who hears about your book will usually check your site and page next.

What we do

Getting your book talked about

Choose a plan and we write, send and follow up, so your book reaches the people who spread the word.

Press releases

From 1 on Growth to 6 on Elite, written for your book and your launch.

Distribution

Releases are distributed on Pro and above, to channels like news wires, book blogs and local media.

Media outreach

Premium adds outreach, where our team contacts media on your behalf.

Featured placements

Elite adds featured placements to give your book extra visibility.

Podcast pitches

Elite adds podcast pitches, so you can talk about your book to new audiences.

Articles

Written articles, from 1 to 10, help readers find you and your book.

In depth

What promotion includes

How each part works, and what to realistically expect.

01

Press releases

A press release is an announcement written for media. It gives a clear, newsworthy reason to talk about your book, such as your launch. Your plan includes 1 release on Growth, 2 on Pro, 4 on Premium and 6 on Elite.

  • Written for your book and your story.
  • Distributed on Pro and above.
  • Timed around your launch and other news.
02

Distribution and outreach

Distribution sends your news out. In our campaign preview, channels include news wires, book blogs, local media and podcasts. Premium adds media outreach, where we contact people directly, and Elite adds featured placements and podcast pitches.

  • News wires for wide distribution.
  • Book blogs for readers who love to read.
  • Local media for your hometown angle.
  • Podcasts for new audiences.
03

Reviews: what is realistic

Reviews matter, and we do not fake them. We do not buy, write or promise reviews. Paid or incentivized reviews break the rules of most platforms and can put your book at risk. What promotion can do is put your book in front of real readers, and real reviews come from them.

  • Real readers write real reviews.
  • More visibility means more readers who might review.
  • No guarantees. We cannot promise reviews, coverage or placements.
04

Articles that help readers find you

Your plan includes written articles, from 1 on Starter to 10 on Elite. Articles can answer questions your readers have and introduce your book to people who search for related topics.

  • Published for your book and your genre.
  • Support press and posts with more to read.
  • Link back to your site and buy page.
By plan

What you get on each plan

Five plans, from a one-month starter to a six-month campaign.

Press and promotion by plan

Starter focuses on ads and posts. Press starts with Growth.

PlanPress and PRArticles
StarterNot included1
Growth1 press release2
Pro2 press releases + distribution4
Premium4 releases + media outreach6
Elite6 releases + featured placements + podcast pitches10

A note on reviews

We do not buy, write or promise reviews. Promotion puts your book in front of readers and media, and any reviews come from real readers.

Reach is the estimated total impressions over the plan duration, based on typical results. Actual results vary by genre, book and audience. See all five plans to compare in full.

Practical tips

Set your campaign up to work

What gives a pitch a better chance

A clear hook helps media say yes.

  • A short, clear description of your book
  • Why your book matters now
  • Your author story and credentials
  • A strong cover and photos
  • Your launch date and events
  • Links to your site and buy page

Mistakes to avoid

Common promotion mistakes.

  • Buying reviews. It breaks platform rules and can backfire.
  • Expecting guaranteed coverage. Media choose what to cover, and no one can promise it.
  • Pitching without a hook. Say why your book is interesting, not just that it exists.
  • Ignoring follow-up. Share news and thank people who help.
Pricing

Pick the plan that fits your launch

Five packages, from a one-month starter to a six-month campaign. Pay in full, or split any 3-month plan or longer into three monthly payments.

Swipe or scroll to see all 5 plans

Reach is the estimated total impressions over the plan duration, based on typical results. Actual results vary by genre, book and audience. Advertising budget is the ad spend we set up and optimize for you. Monthly payments are equal instalments with no added fee; the Starter plan is a one-month plan, so it is paid in full.

How it works

From plan to live campaign in four steps

You tell us about your book. We do the rest.

  1. Choose a plan

    Pick the package that matches your goals and budget, and how you want to pay.

  2. Tell us about your book

    Share your title, genre and where your book is now, then your contact details.

  3. Book your call

    Pick the date and time that suit you and confirm your request.

  4. We launch your campaign

    Our team sets up and runs this part of your campaign, and optimizes as it goes.

What we will ask you for

Having these ready helps your campaign start quickly. We collect them in your first steps.

Book descriptionCoverAuthor bioPhotosLaunch dateBuy linksKey story angles
Questions

Before you start

Do you guarantee reviews or coverage?

No. We do our outreach, but we cannot promise reviews, coverage or placements. Results vary by genre, book and audience.

Do you write or buy reviews?

No. We do not buy, write or promise reviews. Real reviews come from real readers.

Which plans include press releases?

Growth includes 1, Pro includes 2 with distribution, Premium includes 4 with media outreach, and Elite includes 6 with featured placements and podcast pitches. Starter does not include press releases.

What is a featured placement?

It is extra visibility for your book, included on the Elite plan. Your strategist can explain the details on your call.

Can you get me on podcasts?

Elite includes podcast pitches, where our team pitches you to podcasts. We cannot guarantee that a podcast will say yes.

Does my book need to be published already?

No. You can start before publishing, while launching soon, or after your book is live. We ask where your book is when you request a plan, so we can shape the campaign around it.

What does reach mean?

Reach is the estimated total impressions over the length of your plan, based on typical results. An impression is one time your content is shown. Actual results vary by genre, book and audience, so treat reach as an estimate, not a promise.

Can I pay monthly?

Yes. Any 3-month plan or longer can be split into three equal monthly payments with no added fee. The Starter plan is one month, so it is paid in full. You choose how you want to pay when you request a plan.

Keep exploring

Everything about marketing with Folio

Each guide links to the others, so you can follow the path that fits your book.

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