7 AI marketing prompts every author should steal
Turn your book into a brand, your ideas into income, and your content into a lead machine—using AI.
If you’ve written a book (or you’re about to), you’re already sitting on more content than most brands create in a year.
The problem?
Most authors stop at the manuscript.
They don’t promote.
They don’t repurpose.
They don’t build momentum.
But here’s the good news: AI can change that.
With the right prompts, tools like ChatGPT and Claude can help you turn your book into a marketing engine—without outsourcing a big team or burning out.
These 7 prompts are designed specifically for authors, coaches, and creators who want to:
Build their email list
Increase visibility
Sell more books and digital products
And repurpose what they’ve already written into scalable content
Each one is plug-and-play, structured for results, and easy to customize.
Let’s get into it.
Prompt 1: High-Impact Content Outline
You are a professional editorial strategist with deep experience in audience engagement and narrative structure.
My goal is to draft a high-value [blog post/chapter/article] on “[TOPIC]” that resonates with [AUDIENCE TYPE] and drives action.
Create a detailed outline that includes:
• A compelling hook to capture attention
• Three main sections with core talking points and sub-ideas
• Relevant examples or anecdotes to support each section
• A brief conclusion (2–3 sentences) with a clear call-to-action for the reader
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 2: SEO-Optimized Titles & Headings
You are an expert SEO strategist specializing in high-ranking content for authors and creators.
I’m creating an article centered on “[KEYWORD/BOOK THEME]” and need it to perform well in organic search.
Generate 5 engaging, SEO-optimized titles (each under 60 characters) for this article. For each title, suggest 3 supporting H2 subheadings that incorporate related long-tail keywords.
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 3: Email Launch Sequence
You are a conversion-focused email copywriter with expertise in digital product launches.
I’m launching a new [eBook/course/workshop] called “[PRODUCT NAME]” on [LAUNCH DATE].
Write a 5-part email sequence that includes:
1. A teaser to build anticipation
2. Benefits and testimonials to build credibility
3. A behind-the-scenes story for emotional connection
4. A sense of urgency with a limited-time bonus
5. A last-chance reminder to drive final sales
Each email should have a subject line, engaging body, and strong call-to-action.
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 4: Social Media Content Calendar
You are a social media marketing strategist for online creators and authors.
I need a 2-week content calendar to promote my [book/blog/course] on [PLATFORM].
For each day, provide:
• The type of post (e.g., video clip, carousel, quote graphic)
• A short caption with relevant hashtags
• A clear call-to-action that supports engagement or sales
Make sure the plan aligns with platform best practices and storytelling cadence.
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 5: Audience Persona & Pain Points
You are a market research consultant specializing in digital publishing and creator brands.
Help me define a clear persona for my ideal reader in the [GENRE/NICHE] space.
Include:
• Key demographics (age, gender, occupation, lifestyle)
• Their top 3 goals related to [TOPIC]
• Their top 3 frustrations or pain points
• The kind of “value” they are willing to pay for (e.g., expertise, entertainment, speed, transformation)
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 6: Monetization & Upsell Ideas
You are a digital monetization strategist for creators looking to scale beyond book sales.
Based on the topic “[SUBJECT]”, suggest 5 creative ways I can generate income outside of book royalties.
Ideas may include digital products, memberships, courses, affiliate partnerships, or live events.
For each idea, provide a basic pricing model and 1–2 promotional tactics to test.
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.
Prompt 7: Repurposing Content Toolkit
You are a content strategist skilled at maximizing distribution through smart repurposing.
I’d like to convert my existing [blog post/book chapter titled “X”] into multiple formats.
Extract the core takeaways and repackage them into:
• A tweet thread (5–7 tweets)
• A LinkedIn post (2–3 paragraphs)
• A short newsletter summary (4–5 sentences)
• A 30-second script for a social video
Ensure each format maintains voice consistency and platform-specific best practices.
If anything is unclear or you need additional details to improve your response, please ask me for clarification.