Here at Best Page Forward, we've seen it all when it comes to book descriptions. To help you sell more books, you'll want to avoid these five common book blurb mistakes. Blurbs seem simple, until you sit down to write one for the first time. That … [Read more...]
Should I Put a Content Warning On My Blurb?
If you write about sensitive topics, you might have heard that you should consider putting a content warning on your blurb. A content warning lets readers know what to expect so that they aren’t shocked, upset, or thrown off after reading your work. … [Read more...]
Why Writing Your Blurb Before Your Book Can Help You Sell More Books
Most people write their book and then they write their blurb. But, if you're eager to sell more books, there's wisdom in doing this backwards. Learn why the market research you gain from writing a blurb can help you sell more books. Amazon is … [Read more...]
The Power of Blurbs: Why 200 Words May Be Worth More Than Your 80,000-Word Novel
Your blurb matters. Learn why these few snippets of text can make or break your sales as an author. Dive deeper in the power of blurbs. A lot of authors hate writing blurbs. It feels impossible to sum up their epic tale that has taken an entire … [Read more...]
The Challenge of Copywriting Part 2: The Juicy Middle and the Sales Pitch
Want your blurb to sell more books? You've got to have a solid blurb. Here are tips to help you writing a winning blurb that ends with a sales pitch that makes browsers ready to buy. Welcome back. In part one of this two-part series, we … [Read more...]
The Challenge of Copywriting Part 1: The Hook
Copywriting is challenging. If you're having trouble crafting an ad that converts, this post is for you. Learn why the hook is so important, and how you can write a winning one. You’ve just uploaded your manuscript to Amazon. You’ve devoted … [Read more...]
Turning Browsers into Buyers with a Call to Action
Are you ready to increase your sales? Follow these tips on your call to action to turn browsers into buyers. You’ve always thought of a blurb as a short description of your book. So what’s up with that call to action people are advising you to … [Read more...]
5 Common Mistakes Authors Make Writing Blurbs
A good book blurb can increase your sales. But writing one can be a challenge. Here are five common mistakes authors make when writing sales copy like a blurb. A good book description is not a summary or synopsis of your book. If you want to … [Read more...]
Save it for the Book: 4 Details to Leave Out of Your Book Description
You can't cram everything into your book's blurb. To help you make the most of the short space you have, here are four details to leave out of your book description. So you’ve written an amazing novel. The characters are deeply drawn, the plot is … [Read more...]
Matching Your Blurb with Your Book: How to Nail Your Novel’s Tropes in the Book Description
If you want people to buy your book, you've got to nail the tropes in your book description. Keep reading to learn how. You’ve done it! You’ve finished writing the perfect mystery. It’s full of fascinating characters, a vile villain, and a great … [Read more...]