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Book Preorder Popup

Drive early sales and gather contact information from readers ahead of launch with this high-converting book preorder popup. This lead-generating template helps you build momentum before release day while collecting valuable lead capture data.

Offer visitors a limited-time incentive — like 20% off — when they sign up to preorder your book. You’ll be able to capture leads in real time and follow up with launch updates, rewards, or bonus content.

Template Features

  • Triggered popup to offer a preorder incentive
  • Customisable message, images, and layout
  • Email address capture field with GDPR compliance
  • Supports autoresponders, confirmation emails, and countdown timers
  • Behavioural targeting based on scroll, exit intent, or specific URLs
  • Perfect for authors, publishers, and book marketers

Gleam’s popup tools let you target potential customers already engaging with your content and give them a compelling reason to preorder.

Benefits of a Book Preorder Popup

Capturing leads ahead of launch ensures your audience is ready when your book goes live. This strategy helps you:

  • Reduce pressure on launch day with early sales
  • Collect high-quality leads with verified contact information
  • Nurture subscribers via email until release
  • Promote across social media with consistent messaging
  • Improve conversion rates with urgency and clear CTAs
  • Convert organic traffic into preorders with minimal effort

Who Should Use This Template

This popup is ideal for:

  • Authors launching a book or eBook
  • Publishers running lead-up campaigns
  • Content creators with pre-sale bonuses
  • Self-publishers managing direct sales from their own site

Whether you’re preparing for your first title or building a subscriber base for a series, this lead collection strategy is simple and scalable.

Integration Support

This popup works seamlessly with:

You can trigger this Capture on blog posts, sales pages, or author bios using:

Official Gleam Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Capture Preorders For A Book On My Website?

Use a popup form to capture reader interest and build an email list before your book launch. Expand this FAQ to learn how to grow your preorder list with Gleam.

Why Should I Collect Leads Before Launching My Book?

Collecting leads before launch ensures you have an engaged list ready to buy and review on day one. Expand to learn why pre-launch lead capture boosts long-term success.

What’s The Best Way to Promote A Book With A Preorder Popup?

Place your popup on high-traffic pages and use exit or scroll triggers to grab attention. Expand this FAQ to learn how to promote your preorder popup effectively.

Can I Use A Book Preorder Popup With My Email Platform?

Yes—Gleam integrates with email platforms like Mailchimp and Klaviyo to automate your preorder follow-ups. Expand this FAQ to learn how syncing works and what to do with your leads.

How Do I Maximise Conversions With A Book Popup?

Use urgency and incentives like exclusive chapters or discounts to increase popup conversions. Click to learn how to design a book popup that converts visitors into subscribers.


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How to Set Up Your Book Preorder Popup

  1. Create Your Capture and Name It
    Set your campaign name (e.g. “Book Preorder Popup”) and select the Popup type. Choose a simple layout to spotlight your preorder offer and lead magnet.

  2. Customise the Design and Message
    Personalise your copy, layout, fonts, colours, and imagery. Add a bold headline like:
    “Preorder Now and Get 20% Off!”
    Include form fields for the user’s email address, and use a compelling CTA button like: “Reserve My Copy”.
    Customise Your Capture's Design

  3. Set Targeting Rules
    Use Gleam’s targeting rules to show the popup:

    • After a visitor scrolls 50% of the page
    • Only on specific URLs like your book’s landing page
    • Or on exit intent if they try to leave without preordering
  4. Connect to Your Email Platform
    Send all captured leads directly to your newsletter or email tool. Integrate with:

  5. Add Thank You Messaging and Sync Post-Capture Fields
    After form submission, display a “Thank You” message and optionally redirect to a landing page or product preview. Sync email fields with your mailing list segments for easy follow-up.
    Post-Capture Setup

  6. Set Admin Controls and Launch
    Define entry limits to avoid multiple submissions per user. Then install your popup with a single script and start collecting potential customer leads in real time.
    Install Instructions

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Book Preorder Popup

Drive early sales and gather contact information from readers ahead of launch with this high-converting book preorder popup. This lead-generating template helps you build momentum before release day while collecting valuable lead capture data.

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