Inkling Author Marketing Studio

You’ve written something powerful.
Now make sure it reaches the people you wrote it for.

You’ve poured your heart into your book—but now you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure where to start.

We’re here to fix that.

Inkling Author Marketing Studio helps writers promote their books with confidence, clarity, and creativity.

Whether you’re preparing to launch or building your platform for the long haul, we’ll help you connect with your ideal readers through intentional strategy and done-for-you content so you can stop wasting time on half-baked efforts and get back to what you do best: writing.

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Is This You?

"Marketing seems like a full-time job—and I already have one of those. I should be excited about launching my book, but I just feel exhausted."

"I want to reach readers, but I don't want to sound like I'm begging them to buy my book."

"I have Canva, but my graphics look super DIY and I'm embarrassed to share them."

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Our Services

Branded Graphics for Book Promotion

Make your book stand out—online and everywhere else.
We design a full suite of custom promotional visuals so you can promote your book consistently across all platforms and capture attention at every stage.

What’s Included:

Launch team announcements
Book release countdowns
Cover reveal graphics
Endorsement quote cards
Pull quotes from your book
Giveaway promo visuals
Formats for Instagram, Facebook, email & more

Website Copy for Authors

Let your website speak with the same voice as your writing.
We write compelling, professional copy for your author website so you can build trust with visitors and guide them to take action.

What’s Included:

“About the Author” page
Book/product descriptions
Email opt-in call-to-action
Homepage intro or blog welcome
Short author bio for footer/sidebar

Marketing Strategy Brainstorming

You bring the goals. We’ll help you build the roadmap.
We develop customized strategies during a focused call so you can stop second-guessing and start implementing with clarity.

What’s Included:

60-minute strategy session with Kori
Discovery form to guide the conversation
3–5 actionable marketing ideas
Session recording + strategy brief
Tools & templates as needed

Launch Team Organization

You don’t have to launch your book alone.
We help you plan and run a launch team so you can generate buzz, collect early reviews, and build momentum.

What’s Included:

Launch calendar + planning roadmap
Recruitment email templates
Facebook group setup tips
Shareable social posts for team
Review + testimonial follow-up plan

Email Marketing Campaigns

Connect, engage, and launch—one message at a time.
We write story-driven email sequences so you can grow your list, stay in touch, and turn readers into raving fans.

Options Include:

Book launch sequence
Welcome series for new subscribers
Monthly newsletter templates
Reader magnet delivery and follow-up sequence
Planning calendar + subject line guide

Author Branding Packages

Your voice is your superpower. Let’s shape your brand around it.
We define your brand voice, visual identity, and messaging so you can show up with clarity across every platform.

What’s Included:

Brand voice discovery exercise
Tagline + positioning statement
Bio suite (short, medium, long)
Color palette + font pairing
Visual mood board
Optional: Canva graphic templates

Press & Media Kits

Show up ready for the spotlight.
We build polished media kits so you can confidently pitch your book to podcasts, blogs, and press outlets.

What’s Included:

Press release (book launch, event, or award)
Book summary + talking points
Author bio (short, medium, long)
Sample interview questions
Media contact info + links
Designed PDF media kit ready to share

Brand Book

Bring your author brand into focus

We design professional, polished brand books that give your author platform the consistency and credibility it needs to stand out—on screen, in print, and everywhere in between.

What’s Included:

Logo files and usage rules
Color palette (with hex/RGB/CMYK codes)
Font recommendations and type hierarchy
Approved book covers and placement guidelines
Author bio (short, medium, and long)
Brand values + key messaging
“Do and Don’t” brand rules for consistency
Social media and website reference mockups
Final branded PDF ready to share with designers, publicists, and media outlets

HELP ME MARKET MY BOOK

Testimonials

Kori created intelligent, interesting content that captured the essence of myself as a writer and the heart of my novels. In doing so, she relieved my anxieties regarding such matters. Best of all, I know she’ll be there for me yet again when next I publish.

–H.L. Gibson, Author of Realm and Cosmic Dust

Kori gave me hope for a project I wasn't sure was worth pursuing. [She] gave me some great feedback, equipped me with options to move forward, & left me feeling encouraged that I could do this as a writer!

–Dylan Miller, Founder of DSM StoryForge

[Kori] removes her ego from the process in order to support the work for what the work needs, and she has the deepest respect and admiration for writing that I have ever seen.

–Rebecca Zura, Author of Love and Other Tales of Survival

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of authors do you work with?

I work with writers at all stages of their publishing journey—self-published, traditionally published, hybrid, or still figuring it out. If you’ve written a book and want to share it with purpose and professionalism, we can work together.

What’s your background?

I am the author of two books, The Goodbye-Love Generation and Why I Dyed My Hair Purple and Other Unorthodox Stories. While the latter was released by a traditional publisher, I was responsible for booking podcast appearances, posting on social media, and running my launch team. Five days after the book’s release, the publisher’s website sold out. I will apply the same strategies I’ve used for my own successful book launches to your work so we can help you win.

On the marketing front, I have an extensive background as a copywriter and content strategist, which included earning certifications from Digital Marketer in copywriting, content, email marketing, data analysis, and customer value optimization. Armed with this expertise and my own author experience, I’m ready to take your book launch to the next level as we partner together.

Do I need to have a book finished to start working with you?

Not at all. In fact, the earlier you start planning your launch, the more focused and effective it will be. Whether you're finalizing edits or months out from release, we’ll build a strategy that fits your timeline.

How are your services different from hiring a publicist or a marketing agency?

Inkling Author Marketing Studio offers a personal, collaborative approach tailored to the creative mindset. You will be working with a fellow author who has proven experience launching books successfully. I’m not here to make you sound like a corporation or overwhelm you with a bunch of abbreviations—I’m here to help you show up as yourself, with strategy, clarity, and heart.

Do you build websites/run email marketing/run ads?

Inkling Author Marketing Studio purely creates done-for-you content that you can plug into your website and emails. I don't build or manage things, but I can knock out a huge, critical part of the process: giving you all the images and words you need to share your message so you can spend more time writing and talking about your work.

Can you help me if I'm relaunching or promoting a previously released book?

Absolutely. Whether your book came out last month or last year, we can create a fresh plan to bring new readers to your work and reintroduce it to your audience.

What if I want to do this myself?

I love empowering authors! Every done-for-you service includes personalized content and resources you can reuse. And if you want a more hands-on learning experience, we can focus your package around guided strategy, templates, and content coaching.

What if I'm not on social media—or don't want to be?
That's totally okay. I know sometimes it seems like social media is the only way to share about your writing, but it's just one way. We'll focus on what feels authentic to you, things like email marketing content, website copy, getting on podcasts, or sharing your work on local platforms like bookstores.

Can I book more than one service at a time?

Absolutely. Many of my clients choose to bundle services (like messaging + email marketing, or branding + social content). I also offer custom packages based on your launch goals and budget—just reach out and we’ll create something that fits.

How long does each service take?

Turnaround times vary based on the scope of the project, but most individual services are completed within 6 weeks. Larger packages may take longer depending on scheduling and revisions—we’ll always communicate timelines clearly at the start.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes—for larger packages or custom bundles, we can split the total into two or three payments. I want to make this process as accessible and stress-free as possible.

Do you work with indie presses or author collectives?

primarily serve individual authors, but I’m happy to collaborate with small presses or collectives who need support for their authors. Just reach out and let’s talk.

What if I’m not sure what I need yet?

That’s totally okay! Start by booking a free consultation, and we’ll talk through your goals, timeline, and priorities. From there, I can recommend the services that will have the biggest impact.