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Last updated August 21, 2024

Welcome to the Ad Generator Tool! (Coming Soon)

We know marketing can be a bit of a drag when you'd rather be writing, but it's super important to get your books out there. That's why we've built this tool to make your life easier -- no fuss, just fast, good-looking ads that get the job done.

Why Use the Ad Generator Tool?

Creating ads one by one can be a major time suck. Normally, you'd spend about 10 minutes per ad, and if you've got 10 books in your backlog, that's almost 2 hours gone just like that. That's 2 hours you could spend with your family, diving into your next writing project, or even just catching up on those chores you've been putting off. But with our Ad Generator tool, you can crank out those ads in a fraction of the time.

And it all starts with a visually eye-catching ad. In today's fast-paced digital world, you need something that will make your target readers stop scrolling and pay attention. Whether it's a stunning vista of an English countryside from your contemporary romance novel or a gripping excerpt from the first page of Chapter 1, your ad needs to hook potential readers right away. The more compelling and visually striking your ad is, the more likely people are to click, engage, and ultimately, buy your book. So, it's not just about saving time -- it's about creating ads that work, driving higher engagement and boosting your book sales.

How to Get Started with the Ad Generator Tool:

Ready to dive in? Here's how you get started:

  1. Fire Up the Ad Generator Tool:
  1. Head over to the left side panel of your screen and click on the 'Ad Generator' tool.
  1. Pick Your Layout:
  1. On the left, you'll see some layout options. We've got one template available right now, but keep an eye out -- we're working on adding more soon.
  1. Customize Your Ad:
  1. On the right side, you'll find all the goodies to tweak your ad:
  1. Book Info:
  1. Book Cover: Upload the cover image of your book here.
  2. Book Title: Upload the book title image (typically a PNG file). For example, you might use a stylized title graphic, like "Pride and Prejudice," that matches your book's branding.
  1. Background Image:
  1. Choose Image: Here, you can select a background image that complements your book cover and title. This could be a related image from a captivating scene that draws the viewer's attention.
  1. Effects:
  1. Color Overlay: This lets you add a color overlay to your ad, which can help make your ad pop. You can adjust the intensity of the overlay with the percentage slider.
  2. Vignette: Apply a vignette effect to subtly darken the edges of your image. This can help focus the viewer's attention on the center of the ad, where your book cover and title are typically placed. You can adjust the intensity of the vignette with the percentage slider.
  1. Adjust Text:
  1. Caption: Write your own caption here...
  2. Generate: ...or click the 'Generate' button and let Realm Chef's AI do its thing. We've provided Chef with a prompt that should result in an attention-grabbing caption tailored to your book, but if you're feeling adventurous...
  3. Show Prompt: ...for advanced users, click the 'Show Prompt' button to reveal and adjust the AI prompt that's being used to generate your caption. You can modify this prompt to better match your vision and potentially get even better results.
  1. Overlays (under construction):
  1. Tags (Live on Amazon): This toggle allows you to add a "Live on Amazon" tag to your ad, which is perfect for letting your audience know they can purchase your book right away. This small addition can help drive conversions to your storefront by making it clear that your book is readily available.
  1. Customize Your Layout:
  1. The middle section is where you can play around with the size and position of your images and text. Here's how you can make the most of the available options:
  1. Resize and Position Images: You can click on any image within the layout to select it. Once selected, use the handles on the corners of the image to resize it. This allows you to fit the image perfectly within the frame, making sure all essential parts are visible.
  2. Positioning Tools: After selecting the image, you'll notice options at the top like Fit Width, Fit Height, Actual Size, and Position:
  1. Fit Width and Fit Height: These options automatically adjust the image to fit the width or height of the frame, depending on your preference.
  2. Actual Size: This will revert the image to its original dimensions. Use this if you want to undo any resizing.
  3. Position: This lets you move the image around within the frame to get the perfect placement. Drag the image until it aligns just right.
  1. Zoom Toggle:
  1. At the bottom right, there's a zoom slider. This allows you to zoom in or out of the entire ad layout. Use this to get a closer look at the details or to zoom out and see the ad as a whole.
  1. Aligning Elements:
  1. You can easily align text and images to the center or edges of the layout by using these options. This helps in keeping everything neatly arranged and professional-looking.
  1. Previewing Adjustments:
  1. As you make changes, you can preview them in real-time. This ensures that every tweak you make looks exactly as you want it to before you finalize the ad.

Resetting to Default

Made a mistake or just want to start over? No worries! If you ever need to clear all your settings and start from scratch, just click the 'Reset to Default' button near the top of the middle section. This will instantly revert everything back to the original settings, giving you a fresh slate to work from. It's a quick and easy way to undo any changes. So, don't be afraid to experiment -- knowing that a reset is always just a click away!

Exporting Your Ad:

Once your ad looks good to go, you've got two options:

  • Save to Google Drive: Connect to Google Drive, select a folder, and click the 'Save to Drive' button. Easy peasy for sharing with your team.
  • Download Directly: Or, just click the 'Download' button and save the ad straight to your computer's downloads folder.

Need Assistance?

If you're stuck or just want to chat, hit us up using the Help Chat icon down in the lower right corner. It's also where you can submit your feedback about the Ad Generator. Let us know what's working, what's not, and what you'd love to see next. We're all ears and committed to making this tool even better for you!

Share your ads with us! We'd love to see the ads you create using this tool, and we're happy to provide feedback to help you fine-tune your marketing even further. We hope this leads to even higher book sales and more readers discovering your amazing work!

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