Book trailers built for Instagram Reels
A 10-second cinematic reel that stops the scroll — sized 9:16, captioned for sound-off viewing, and delivered ready to post.
Where readers discover their next book
Instagram is where #bookstagram lives, and Reels are how new readers find you — the algorithm pushes short, vertical video to people who don't follow you yet. That reach only works if the first second earns it.
We build your trailer as a single, cinematic ten-second moment: a hook that lands before anyone can swipe, your book's mood in motion, and your title and author name on screen so the reel sells the book even on mute.
Made for the feed
Full-screen 9:16 that fills the phone and hooks in the first second, where the swipe decision is made.
Silent-autoplay ready
On-screen title and text so the story lands even with the sound off — the way most reels are watched.
Reels & Stories
Delivered in the exact format for both, so you can post and share without re-cropping.
Instagram specs
Built to Instagram's preferred vertical spec.
Also building for other platforms
Every reel is built to spec and delivered ready to post.
Everything you need to know
What size is an Instagram book trailer?
Vertical 9:16 at 1080 × 1920. It's the full-screen format Reels and Stories use, so it fills the phone with no black bars.
Will it work with the sound off?
Yes. We put your title, author name and key text on screen so it reads clearly on silent autoplay, which is how most people scroll.
Can I use the same video for Stories and Reels?
Yes. The 9:16 file works for both, and we can also deliver other platform sizes if you need them.
How many revision rounds are there?
An agreed number, set out before we start, so the process stays clear and the cost doesn't run away with surprise extras. Please be aware that we use the best AI models available alongside traditional post-production and editing. In some cases the detailing requested is too precise, for example military medals and insignia, so it's usually better to keep those elements more general, since fine subject detail is often lost in a fast ten-second trailer.
How much does it cost?
Reels start at £135 for a single platform, £225 for several, or £295 for the full set. Email info@v2p.com for examples and timings.
Ready for the feed?
Tell us your book, genre and the feeling you want — we'll send examples and your Instagram reel spec.
info@v2p.com