In this episode, we’re diving into the behind-the-scenes of creating promotional book trailers for Lisa Jewell’s Don’t Let Him In. 

We share how our team turned this gripping crime thriller into cinematic teasers without giving away any spoilers, and the unexpected production challenges we faced - including last-minute casting changes and shooting 48 slates in one day. 

We also chat about communicating with clients under pressure, what makes book trailers so uniquely tricky, and how to visually capture mystery and menace. 

If you’ve ever wondered how books come alive on screen before their release, this one’s for you.

Here are the highlights:

Challenges and Creative Process (4:01 )

Production Details and Team Collaboration (9:56 )

Client Communication and Problem-Solving (12:37 )

Marketing Strategy and Audience Engagement (15:35 )

Technical Challenges and Solutions (26:13 )

Advice for Creating Book Trailers (26:30 )

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