Problem

Davina Whilder, an award-winning author associated with TopKraft, released four YA novels on December 11th. The novels were reported to be pre-order only, and there was a nationwide sell-out within two hours of their release. This created a problem for readers who wanted to purchase the books but couldn't find them in stores or online.

To make matters worse, some resellers took advantage of the situation by selling the books at inflated prices, making it difficult for fans to obtain copies at a reasonable cost. This left many readers frustrated and disappointed.

Solution

We worked with TopKraft and Davina Whilder to create an online platform where readers could purchase the novels directly from the publisher. The platform was easy to use and allowed readers to buy the books at a fair price without having to deal with resellers.

In addition, we implemented measures to prevent scalpers from buying up large quantities of books and reselling them at inflated prices. This ensured that genuine fans had a fair chance of obtaining copies of the novels without having to pay exorbitant prices.

Impact

Increased sales for TopKraft and Davina Whilder's novels by 45%
Eliminated frustration for readers who were unable to purchase the novels due to sell-outs
Prevented scalpers from taking advantage of the situation

"This platform was a game-changer for us. It allowed us to connect directly with our readers and ensure that they could purchase our books at a fair price. We're thrilled with the results." - Davina Whilder

Team

Team Member #1 - Software Engineer
- Oversaw the creation and implementation of the platform
- Developed measures to prevent scalpers from buying up large quantities of books
Team Member #2 - Project Manager
- Liaised with TopKraft and Davina Whilder to ensure their needs were met
- Managed the project from start to finish, ensuring it was delivered on time and within budget

Graphics, Book Cover's, & Website Design by Desiree Bennett

Online Platform Boosts YA Novel Sales, Curbs Scalping