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Planning
Novel Outline Template
A structured 3-act outline with scene cards, beat sheet, and chapter planning grid.
What's inside
- 3-act structure breakdown with turning points
- Scene cards: goal, conflict, outcome columns
- 15-beat beat sheet mapped to page count
- Chapter planning grid with word count targets
Planning
Character Bible Template
Full character profile: backstory, motivation, arc, relationships, and voice notes.
What's inside
- Deep backstory framework (what shaped them and why)
- Core motivation + internal vs. external conflict
- Character arc tracker from page 1 to final chapter
- Relationship map and voice / dialogue notes
Launch
Book Launch Checklist
90-day pre-launch through post-launch checklist, grouped by phase.
What's inside
- 90-day pre-launch phase (ARC, email, cover reveal)
- Launch week daily task checklist
- Post-launch momentum and review strategy
- Retailer-specific submission requirements
Marketing
Author Marketing Calendar
12-month content and promotion planning template.
What's inside
- Monthly content pillars for social and email
- Quarterly promotion windows and campaign slots
- Newsletter cadence and topic ideas by month
- Backlist, anniversary, and holiday promo dates
Publishing
Self-Publishing Roadmap
Step-by-step guide from first draft to published book on KDP/IngramSpark.
What's inside
- Draft → edit → proofread milestone checklist
- KDP setup: metadata, categories, keywords guide
- IngramSpark expanded distribution walkthrough
- ISBN, copyright page, and front/back matter guide
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