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30 September 2026
In this blog I deep dive into the topic of author branding, talking about why you should have an author brand, the benefits and signs you might need a brand refresh.
Read postAbsolutely! In fact, that's a great time to start. Building your brand from scratch means everything can be cohesive from day one. The author branding and launch strategy services are designed to work whether you're established or brand new.
Yes! Every author is welcome regardless of genre, audience, or where they are in their publishing journey.
The earlier the better! A strong launch strategy takes time to plan and execute properly, and getting in touch ahead of your publication date means we can build real anticipation rather than rushing to catch up. If your launch is coming up soon, don't worry, get in touch and we'll work with the timeline you have.
All work is invoiced via bank transfer, with a 50% deposit required upfront to secure your project. For larger packages such as author branding or launch strategy, a monthly payment plan is available, just get in touch and we can arrange something that works for you.
After you get in touch Hot Off the Shelf can either send you a briefing questionnaire or we can arrange an initial call. Turnaround times are typically 1-2 weeks, and Hot Off the Shelf are ready to get started as soon as you are!
