Today on the show, author Jim Heskett and copywriting guru Abigail Dunard tackle an author-submitted blurb to dissect it and understand how to write great sales copy. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:
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Random Stuff we talked about:
- Story on the Spot (the improv story prompt experiment with Jim Heskett, Kevin Tumlinson, Nick Thacker, and RA McGee)
- Chris Fox vegas 2019 Lecture
–Blurb:
Author: Jack Massa
Title: Cloak of the Two Winds: Epic Sword and Sorcery Adventure (The Glimnodd Cycle Book 1)
Pirates, sorcerers, and witches battle for an ancient magical treasure
To the Iruk people of the South Polar Sea, the crew of a hunting boat is sacred—a band of men and women warriors bound by oath and a group soul. But when Lonn leads his crew away from the hunt to pursue his dream of a treasure ship, they find more than an easy bit of piracy.
The ship belongs to the witch Amlina, and after the Iruks carry off her possessions, they are robbed in turn. Worse, one of their band is also taken—Glyssa, the woman Lonn loves.
To rescue her, the Iruks must join forces with Amlina on a perilous voyage far from the seas they know. To Lonn and his mates, nothing matters but saving Glyssa. But Amlina knows much more is at stake. Among her possessions is an object of ancient power. In the wrong hands, the Cloak of the Two Winds can unravel the age-old magic that keeps the world from chaos.
What readers are saying
“Piracy! Magic! Strange creatures! Sword fights! Love!
Masterful, original fantasy”
“If well-written sword & sorcery is your thing, you’ll love this novel.”
“Great book! I easily give it five stars for character development, pacing, and imaginative setting, adventures, and abilities.”
“Loved it! Great original story with plenty of action, interesting well-developed characters and unique world. I can’t wait to read the next adventure! “
Do you enjoy fast-paced fantasy with plenty of action and magic? Then you will love Cloak of the Two Winds.
Start your voyage now on Kindle or Kindle Unlimited.
–Abigail’s Targeted Tip:
Blurbs should combine both fan favorite elements and elements that are unique to your book.
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