Book Press Release Example for Authors

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10 More Book, Author, and Publisher Press Release Examples
What to Write a Press Release About
How to Write a Results-generating Press Release
What Are You Announcing? Examples and Templates by Type of Press Release
Press Release Examples Across Several Industries

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10 More Book, Author, and Publisher Press Release Examples:

New book release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/meghan-trainor-to-release-her-first-book-dear-future-mama-with-harper-horizon-on-april-25-2023-301733398.html

Company releases a book
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/inx-announces-the-launch-of-new-book-the-inx-way-301727220.html

Acquisition of a publishing company
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/harpercollins-focus-acquires-cider-mill-press-book-publishers-301638985.html

Book exposition
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-13th-spring-festival-book-exposition-held-successfully-around-the-world-301768780.html

Book circulation data announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/overdrive-releases-2022-digital-book-circulation-data-and-highlights-301715533.html

Book prizes awarded
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/winning-writers-announces-the-winners-of-the-eighth-annual-north-street-book-prize-301745205.html

New book announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-book-helps-women-overcome-doubt-and-boost-their-peace-their-potential-and-their-paycheck-301656399.html

New edition of a book release announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/schulte-roth–zabel-releases-third-edition-of-book-on-the-formation-operation-and-regulation-of-hedge-funds-301743507.html

Publisher donates books
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/penguin-random-house-donates-750-000-books-to-first-book-fueling-efforts-to-support-children-in-need-affected-by-the-coronavirus-301041453.html

Book special edition/movie tie-in announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/abrams-to-publish-special-edition-of-diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-book-for-disney-movie-301369220.html

The Authors and Publishers Guide To How to Write and Distribute a Press Release 

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What to Write a Press Release About

Need ideas you as an author or publisher could write a press release about? Here are 25 ideas to get you started:

  1. A new book release
  2. An upcoming book signing or author event
  3. A book reaching a notable milestone (e.g. 100,000 copies sold)
  4. A book being optioned for a movie or television adaptation
  5. An author receiving a prestigious award or recognition
  6. A publisher acquiring a highly anticipated manuscript
  7. A book receiving rave reviews from critics or readers
  8. An author’s unique backstory or writing process
  9. A book’s relevance to current events or cultural trends
  10. An author’s personal connection to the subject matter of their book
  11. A book’s positive impact on a particular community or group
  12. An author’s appearance on a popular podcast or talk show
  13. A book being selected for a book club or reading group
  14. An author’s successful crowdfunding campaign for a new project
  15. A book being translated into multiple languages
  16. An author’s participation in a literary festival or conference
  17. A book being used in a university or college course curriculum
  18. An author’s work being featured in a prominent literary journal or magazine
  19. A book’s inclusion on a bestseller list or award nomination
  20. An author’s or publisher’s contribution to a charitable cause or organization
  21. A book being recommended by a celebrity or notable figure
  22. An author’s collaboration with another author or artist
  23. A book being adapted into a stage play or musical
  24. An author’s engagement with their readers through social media or events
  25. A book being used as source material for a research project or academic study.

How to Write a Results-generating Press Release

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Distribute Your Press Release to the Right People

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What Are You Announcing? Examples and Templates by Type of Press Release

  1. Launching a New Product
  2. Launching a Product Improvement
  3. An Event
  4. A Grand Opening
  5. Achievement of a Major Milestone
  6. Receipt of an Award or Recognition
  7. A New Hire or Promotion
  8. Dealing with a Crisis
  9. A Partnership With Another Organization
  10. An Acquisition or Merger
  11. Social Cause Activities
  12. Release of a New Book
  13. Political Campaign Activities
  14. Music-Related Announcement
  15. School/University Announcements
  16. Media, Network, and Local Station Announcements
  17. Nonprofit Announcements
  18. Announce an Art Exhibition
  19. Press Release for A Movie

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