Marketing & Distribution
BOOK MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION
Guiding your book to its spotlight moment.
If you wait to start planning out your book’s marketing and distribution until you’ve completed the publication process, you’re missing out. Our company works closely with authors and publishers to craft and execute highly effective pre- and post-publication marketing and distribution service plans, integral to every custom book publishing project.
Here’s how we can support you:
- A one-on-one marketing strategy consultation with industry expert Jerry Jenkins
- Tailor-made promotional material crafted specifically for your project
- Help to leverage our connections with distributors, wholesalers, national bookstore chains, and fulfillment houses to boost book sales
- Guidance on engaging with top-notch public relations firms for all budgets
WHY WORK WITH US
Expert Strategy
Being smart about reaching your target audience and increasing your reputation and authority spares you from frustration and excess spending. Consult with our company’s team about your author and book marketing and distribution strategies to maximize reach and minimize costs and effort.
Leverage Connections
We partner with leading distributor, fulfillment, and publicity firms to give you the best chance to get your book in front of your target market. Even if you need or want services we or our partners don’t offer, chances are high we’ll help you connect with the right people to get what you need.
Promotional Materials
Our skilled design team will work with you to craft custom bookmarks, postcards, and posters that enhance your book’s reach and impact. Perfect for book signings, promotional campaigns, or reader engagement, our high-quality materials are designed to grab attention and leave a lasting impression.
OUR BOOK MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION SERVICES
Jenkins Group offers services that place your book with a leading distributor/fulfillment firm. We take the hassle out of the process and ensure your book is available through all major selling channels.
Jenkins Group provides complete eBook publishing services for clients looking to enter the digital book market. We convert your existing book to any of the popular ebook reader formats, including EPUB, PDF, Amazon Kindle, and more.
Our company’s simple process results in your ability to sell more books to new customers. Conversions can start as low as $90, with a typical non-fiction book conversion totaling around $400 for the Kindle + ePub iPad package.
Our independent publishing company also helps distribute your eBook through Amazon, Apple Books, and other channels. We can assist with account setup, file formatting, and marketing best practices to get your book noticed, reviewed, and revenue-generating. All revenue from eBook sales will get paid directly to the publisher. Ask us for a complimentary conversion quote.
Make a professional impression with custom print and digital marketing materials. As part of our company’s book marketing and distribution services, our design staff will work with you to develop and print bookmarks, postcards, and posters to pique interest and drive sales of your book. These materials will feature your book cover, ordering information, and marketing details for display during book signings, direct mail campaigns, press kits, and more. We’ll also provide digital versions for your web storefront, author bio page, or social media, so you can have a cohesive brand.
Details:
- Postcard Specifications: 4 x 6 inches, 4-color both sides, 14pt stock, aqueous coating front and back
- Bookmark Specifications: 7.25 x 2 inches, 4-color both sides, 14pt stock, aqueous coating front and back
- Poster Specifications: 11 x 17 inches, 4-color one side, gloss stock mounted to foam core board
Learn more about the promotional materials we can print for you, and request a quote so you can get your hands on your marketing materials and giveaways.
We provide book marketing and distribution services that fit a wide range of budgets and author needs. For smaller book publicity budgets, we recommend working with our partner, Ascot Media Group. Alternatively, our company can pair you with the most appropriate publicity firm for your book and submit a request for a proposal. Connect with us to discuss the details of your project, and we can help you find the right services.
JERRY JENKINS’ TOP THREE MARKETING TIPS
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Don't just market your book—market yourself as an author.
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Build your backlist—keep writing!
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Capitalize on social media, but curate yourself.
Jenkins Group offers one-on-one marketing strategy consultations with our founder so you can get advice specific to your book and situation.
Jerrold Jenkins | CEO & Founder
THE FIVE STEPS OF BOOK PUBLISHING
Manuscript Development
Pre-Press Production
Manufacturing: Printing & Binding
Marketing, Sales & Distribution
Completed Book
I thought that writing a book was about, well, writing. The Jenkins staff helped me understand all the parts that go into publishing a book; writing, editing, layout, proofing, styles, fonts, distribution, cover art, and so much more. With their help I have a book on the market that I am as proud to look at as I am to read.
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LET’S GET STARTED
Contact us to begin the exciting process of book marketing and distribution and grow your awareness, reputation, and revenue.
Simply complete the form below, and Jerry Jenkins, company founder and experienced publishing industry professional, will promptly connect with you to discuss your project.