28: She Sold 200+ Children’s Books BEFORE Launch Day (Here’s How)
Download MP3In this episode of Children’s Book Marketing Made Easy, Harleigh sits down with her VIP coaching client and debut children's book author Meeshy Mac to break down the pre-launch strategy behind her first book, Pretend You're a Puppy. Before the book even officially launched, Meeshy shares how her Sponsor a Story campaign, pre-orders, Shopify website, launch team, and consistent social media strategy worked together to build momentum before launch. She also gets into her decision to manufacture a board book instead of using Amazon KDP, her experience going viral on social media, and what she's doing to keep that momentum going into launch day.
What You’ll Learn
- How Meeshy generated 200+ sales before her first children's book officially launched
- Why Shopify is the primary sales platform for Pretend You're a Puppy
- How she exceeded her goal of 100 sponsored books in the first week
- Why she's choosing NOT to run a major discount or free promotion during this launch
Watch the Original YouTube Video
If you prefer a visual walkthrough, you can watch the original video here:
https://youtu.be/PzBucGT8yE0?si=WUZ87iRvvFTkdoEG
https://youtu.be/PzBucGT8yE0?si=WUZ87iRvvFTkdoEG
Work With Me + Resources
🌟 Become a VIP Member for the Same Price as a 60-Minute Coaching Call and Get Instant Access to Author Growth Roadmap: https://www.skool.com/author-growth-academy/plans
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Free Resources for Children's Book Authors
Children's Book Marketing Guide
Instagram Content Planner
Book Launch Team Checklist + Email Templates
Free Publish a Children's Book on Amazon KDP Course
Free Children's Book Formatting Course
Links & Resources Mentioned:
🚀 Become a VIP Coaching Client: https://www.skool.com/author-growth-academy/plans
🐶 Check out Meeshy Mac & Pretend You’re a Puppy:
Website: https://meeshymac.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authormeeshymac/
📚 My Board Book Manufacturing Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxiVKW6bfkI&list=PLVasjHuqQLsZi6pLFbEaPkqnreak0XIG2
🔗 Goodreads Author Profile Help: https://www.goodreads.com/author/program
Instagram Content Planner
Book Launch Team Checklist + Email Templates
Free Publish a Children's Book on Amazon KDP Course
Free Children's Book Formatting Course
Links & Resources Mentioned:
🚀 Become a VIP Coaching Client: https://www.skool.com/author-growth-academy/plans
🐶 Check out Meeshy Mac & Pretend You’re a Puppy:
Website: https://meeshymac.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authormeeshymac/
📚 My Board Book Manufacturing Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxiVKW6bfkI&list=PLVasjHuqQLsZi6pLFbEaPkqnreak0XIG2
🔗 Goodreads Author Profile Help: https://www.goodreads.com/author/program
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Harleigh Manske
Harleigh Manske is a full-time self-published Children’s Book Author and Illustrator who helps other authors grow their audience, increase book sales, and build a profitable publishing business using simple, organic marketing strategies. Through her podcast, YouTube channel, and resources, she teaches practical systems for Amazon KDP, email list growth, and long-term business success.
