I have been a long time user but they are unable to print photo books true to the original images. Aibileen is a maid who takes care of children and cleans. Give your howto or selfhelp book blurb a personal touch. The help, kathryn stockett the help is a 2009 novel by american author kathryn stockett. Indeed, if i see a selfpublished book with a blurb like that, i generally wont touch it. And while ive outlined the basic premise above, im working on a stepbystep workbook that will guide you through the process.
Blurb is a basic service useable for basic book printing. In this article, i offer 10 steps for writing a book along with 10 bonus steps. Telling us your specific issue on that page will also help us get you to the right blurb. To help prevent you from falling into this unfortunate group, weve put together a few tips that should help you write a winning book blurb, whether its for the latest fantasy novel or for a nonfiction self help guide. With a blurb, youre really sending a message to the bookseller that maybe this book is better than another book, shteyngart says. They should also expect to see chastity dive into the working force, and the struggles that come with being a woman in a mans world. I loved the storyline and cast of characters she introduced to us in this book. As the bestselling author of five books, i can tell you without hesitation. For novels, like the biography blurb, dont include one on or in your book if you dont honestly feel that it is going to help build your brand. Basically, the name of the game with a blurb is to entice readers to buy your book. How to write a book blurb by far, the weakest part of many selfpublished books is the synopsis found on amazon and elsewhere. How much does it really cost to selfpublish a book. If i stay if i stay, book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access.
A special anniversary edition of gayle formans breakout bestseller, if i stay, in a brand new look and. To ask other readers questions about if i stay, please sign up. How to write the perfect blurb examples, formula, opening. If i could recommend only one book to read this summer, it might very well be stay. First of all it is very important you set the stage of the book. Although you dont need to follow the same formula for every book you write, it can help you remember what elements should be included. Blurbs are short descriptions that promote things such as movies, books, or other projects. The 5 core elements of a book blurb and why you should. For example, to close this tag for bold text, you need to add, which prevents the rest of your content from appearing as bold text. How to write a great ya fantasy or scifi book blurb. How to write an effective blurb for a selfpublished book. Be as careful of the books you read, as of the company you keep.
Writing a nonfiction book blurb isnt as difficult as some people make it out to be, but to write one that will sell your book, you must follow a proven system. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Youve snagged a prospective date by your alluring cover, so now youve got to show theres more than just surface appeal. The hard part of writing a book isnt getting published. I forgot my marriott bonvoy account number, how can i find it. A blurb is the description of the story found on the back cover of a book. A book blurb, or the book jacket description, summarizes the best part of your book in only 150 words yep.
I couldnt help but fall in love with the characters in this book. Here is a complete outline about how to write your book blurb that will help you to write that killer book blurb that will make people want to read your book. Oct 16, 2014 most nonfiction books should consider having one to make you a real person to the reader. Because books have a hard time competing for our time and attention, shteyngart feels compelled to help quality books get exposure. Jul 19, 20 writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose.
Once upon a time, such blurbs were printed on the inside cover flap for hardbacks, and directly onto the back of a paperback. When trying to sell your idea for a nonfiction selfhelp or howto book to a literary agent, its important to cover the basic elements in your query letter book blurb. Jul 11, 2017 tips on how to write a good book blurb. To fix this, either restart your machine or manually shut down booksmart and try again. All throughout the book she has doubts about why she should even consider living and. Echo the tone of your book in your blurb so readers get a sense of how you write. If i stay follows the story of seventeen year old mia hall who is. Worse than the cover, worse than the writing in the book itself, there are a lot of blurbs on amazon that are pretty near atrocious. Now, the blurb for if i stay doesnt reveal too much, it just mentions choices and. Plus, i find that it is much easier to stay focused on where my story is going if i have taken the time to write a blurb. Stay with me is a standalone novel and is a fun and entertaining read.
Oct 04, 20 an easytofollow, practical guide to writing the best blurb to sell your selfpublished book, provided by ya author sarah juckes of completelynovel. The blurb of your book is the second thing a potential reader will look at after the coverso take the time to get it right. If i stay by gayle forman, 9780142415436, available at book. Your purchase helps us remain independent and adfree. Early blurbs can be key, but you need to remember that its a numbers game. The person who came up with the word blurb called it a flamboyant advertisement. To help prevent you from falling into this unfortunate group, weve put together a few tips that should help you write a winning book blurb, whether its for the latest fantasy novel or for a nonfiction selfhelp guide. This page includes a complete list of html tags supported in the book description field. I laughed, cried, swooned, blushed and even got angry. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Its briefno more than 100150 wordsand creates interest in the story without giving away major spoilers or the ending. Once your book is ordered itll stay online until you the account owner delete it. A blurb also referred to as a synopsis or a glossary is the summary of the story found on the back cover of a book. If i stay is a young adult novel by gayle forman published in 2009.
Their technical staff is obtuse and they use a biased color profile. Our portfolio photo book maker helps you customize and organize anything from art school drawings. Once you upload a book you have 15 days to order a printed copy once your book is ordered itll stay online until you the account owner delete it. As a teenager, mia is at the crossroads of many major life decisions. Book blurbs is designed to help you navigate the sea of literature available to your children. With this devotional journal, i want to help you eliminate some distractions to. Your book blurb aka online description, like your dating profile. If i stay is a gorgeous book that deals with death, family, love, and grief so as you can tell it is quite a complex novel that deals with complex issues that all happen between a really short time period. A simple outline for writing a killer book blurb ink and. It really cements the stories direction in my head. For a lot of firsttime authors, i think theres an instinct to make sure readers understand everything that happened in the books universe before the beginning of the actual story. Nov 15, 2019 blurbs are short descriptions that promote things such as movies, books, or other projects.
Other than the cover, it is the other most important selling feature of a book. My stuff was completely wiped out including stuff i ve purchased the company still selling some of my books it can be found by. This prevents the program from starting up the next time you try to use it. Writing a book blurb for your back cover, and other promotional uses, is one of the hardest steps for many authors. Get access to exclusive email offers when you join the blurb bookmaking community. I enjoyed that she gave us a little bit of everything to touch on all of our emotions while reading this story. Mia is the only member of her family to survive, and she finds herself in a coma. I wanted to print a photo book with blurb for a long time, and finally ordered my first blurb photo book in june 2014.
The help is set in the early 1960s in jackson, mississippi, and told primarily from the firstperson perspectives of three women. They should expect to find out what happened to grant, vincent, and jacquespierre. Many authors find that one of the hardest parts of writing a book, is cramming their 80,000word novel into a descriptive 250word blurb. Jan 14, 2019 indeed, if i see a selfpublished book with a blurb like that, i generally wont touch it. When i was looking to get blurbs for my first book, i had asked, lets say, twenty people, ten agreed, and out of those ten, only about five of them were able to actually deliver the blurbs in a timely mannerthat could be though because we were on a time crunch and i didnt start soon enough.
The story follows 17yearold mia hall as she deals with the aftermath of a catastrophic car accident involving her family. Jan 16, 2015 and of course, as i always say if a book makes you cry, it is a good book, therefore if i stay is an excellent read and i would definitely recommend it to those who are looking for a sad yet. How do i request an early checkin or a late checkout. How to write an irresistible book blurb pen and parent. Writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose.
And of course, as i always say if a book makes you cry, it is a good book, therefore if i stay is an excellent read and i would definitely recommend it to those who are looking for a sad yet. Nov 19, 2015 when trying to sell your idea for a nonfiction selfhelp or howto book to a literary agent, its important to cover the basic elements in your query letter book blurb. She is the author of just one day and just one year, and the companion enovella just one night, as well as the new york times bestsellers if i stay and where she went. To avoid formatting errors, please close your html tags. If i stay is a novel that explores the kinds of sacrifices that inevitably accompany choices. An easytofollow, practical guide to writing the best blurb to sell your selfpublished book, provided by ya author sarah juckes of completelynovel. A book blurb is a brief usually 150200 word description that lets a reader know what they can expect from your book.
For example, as a talented cellist, mia has to decide whether to pursue her study of the instrument at juilliard in new york city, or whether she will remain with her boyfriend, adam. This book captured my heart so much so that i wanted to reach out and wrap my arms around van at every turn. Sometimes booksmart gets stuck in an open state, so its running in the background even though you cant see it open on your screen. Tips on how to write a good book blurb by author tina. Even if you only plan to release your work electronically, such a limitation will help keep you from giving too much of your story away. After 2 years of great sales with some books getting max rating, some incompetent, moron\\s decided, that my content is forbidden,despite selling the same content for so long, it seems ppl running the place went facebook. Typically book blurbs are no more than 3 paragraphs, or 250 words. Not since twilight have we seen as emotionally moving a book for a youth audience with this kind of crossover appeal.
I read the sample to see if it would be a good book to get for my friends birthday and it. Gayle forman is an awardwinning, internationally bestselling author and journalist. Keep it short enough to fit on the back of a physical book. Tap or click the link above and we can advise you on how to best get there.
How do i make a reservation using my marriott bonvoy points or free night award. The reader will probably move on to something else. Intensely moving, the novel will force readers to take stock of their lives and the people and things. How to write a book blurb in 4 steps the opening of your blurb has to be incredibly precise and dynamic, says editor rebecca heyman. But aside from offering the facts of what your book is about, consider this strategy. Ive heard many positive things about gayle formans if i stay so i was really tempted to read. Click here to download a free guide with all 20 steps. My 4step process for writing a nonfiction book blurb that. My stuff was completely wiped out including stuff ive purchased the company still selling some of my books it can be found by. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Most nonfiction books should consider having one to make you a real person to the reader. Once you upload a book you have 15 days to order a printed copy. Nov 19, 2015 early blurbs can be key, but you need to remember that its a numbers game. Theres some stiff competition, but i adored this book from joes doggie antics, to vans journey. If i stay is one of those great rare books with a deeply authentic voice that can speak for and move a generation. Your best option for resolving your customer service issue is by going to their help desk. Aibileen clark, minny jackson, and eugenia skeeter phelan. If your book is a thriller, build suspense in your blurb. If a book isnt ordered within 15 days it will be automatically deleted. Blurb is here to help you turn your ideas into professionalquality books, magazines, or ebooks.
If i stay is a book that seemed simple when i read the synopsis but within the first few pages i realised that this would be a book that i loved mias family are simply fantastic, and i loved that she wanted to be with them as much as possible. Sep 12, 2018 how to write a book blurb in 4 steps the opening of your blurb has to be incredibly precise and dynamic, says editor rebecca heyman. If youre wondering how to do that and where to start, it involves penning multiple drafts, lots of cutting, losing your sanity, and planning your blurb with the help of these steps. If i s tay trailer the antagonist death the antagonist in this book is death. Like tersoro mentioned, one time that having that short synopsis is handy is when sending a query to an agent or publisher to get them to consider your book. She lives in brooklyn, new york, with her husband and daughters. Telling us your specific issue on that page will also help us get you to the right help page even faster. With blurb, you can create a professional portfolio book to showcase your most accomplished work.
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