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How to Write a Book Blurb in Two Sentences (Writing Advice)
"So, what's your book about?" Most writers have a love/hate relationship with this question. In this episode, KJ offers practical examples for whipping up an elevator-pitch-style summary of any story…in only two sentences.
In this episode, KJ dives into...
🪝 The hook, retention, reward method of developing an engaging summary
✍️ What key descriptive elements to include/exclude to create maximum intrigue and appeal to your audience
💡 PLUS: use this two-sentence summary structure for more than just an elevator pitch
✨📝Here's the template! Use this to quickly come up with impactful blurbs that get readers begging to know more!⬇️
A [genre] novel about a [very short description of your character's key attributes + inciting incident]. She/he/they then must [the central conflict/character's mission] or [the results of failure/the alternative destiny].
🎧 Will you use this 2-sentence book blurb to summarize your novel? If so, share the results in the comments!👇
❤️Love the show? Support us with a coffee ☕ → https://buymeacoffee.com/pen2plot
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🎙️Audiobook Narration/Social Media for Authors👇
www.pen2plot.com
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✨ A B O U T P 2 P✨
K.J. Herman and Chelsey Fawcett are a dynamic duo who have collaborated for over ten years on various film, theatre, and animation projects. Their work has reached national and international audiences, garnering recognition for creativity and impact. Their goal is to connect with fellow storytellers, fostering a supportive community where shared stories and lessons can spark new ideas and encourage creativity.
Business inquiries: [email protected]
#Pen2Plot #characterbuilding #characterdevelopment #writingtechnique #writingchallenge #characteranalysis
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:38 - In Today's Episode
1:09 - The Dreaded Question
1:44 - Hook, Retention, Reward
02:59 - Summary Template
03:50 - Personal Example
04:27 - Mainstream Example
05:12 - Other Template Uses
05:52 - Outro
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By Keena J Herman"So, what's your book about?" Most writers have a love/hate relationship with this question. In this episode, KJ offers practical examples for whipping up an elevator-pitch-style summary of any story…in only two sentences.
In this episode, KJ dives into...
🪝 The hook, retention, reward method of developing an engaging summary
✍️ What key descriptive elements to include/exclude to create maximum intrigue and appeal to your audience
💡 PLUS: use this two-sentence summary structure for more than just an elevator pitch
✨📝Here's the template! Use this to quickly come up with impactful blurbs that get readers begging to know more!⬇️
A [genre] novel about a [very short description of your character's key attributes + inciting incident]. She/he/they then must [the central conflict/character's mission] or [the results of failure/the alternative destiny].
🎧 Will you use this 2-sentence book blurb to summarize your novel? If so, share the results in the comments!👇
❤️Love the show? Support us with a coffee ☕ → https://buymeacoffee.com/pen2plot
_____________________________________________________________
🎙️Audiobook Narration/Social Media for Authors👇
www.pen2plot.com
✨F O L L O W U S✨
🔴Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/pen2plotpodcast
🟢Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/pen2plotpod
🔵Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/pentoplotpodcast
💗iHeart Radio: https://tinyurl.com/p2ppodcastiheart
🟠Audible: https://tinyurl.com/pen2plotaudible
🌐CHECK OUT PEN2PLOT PRODUCTIONS: www.pen2plot.com
✨P 2 P S O C I A L S✨
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@pen2plot
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pen2plot/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pen2plot.podcast?lang=en
✨ A B O U T P 2 P✨
K.J. Herman and Chelsey Fawcett are a dynamic duo who have collaborated for over ten years on various film, theatre, and animation projects. Their work has reached national and international audiences, garnering recognition for creativity and impact. Their goal is to connect with fellow storytellers, fostering a supportive community where shared stories and lessons can spark new ideas and encourage creativity.
Business inquiries: [email protected]
#Pen2Plot #characterbuilding #characterdevelopment #writingtechnique #writingchallenge #characteranalysis
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:38 - In Today's Episode
1:09 - The Dreaded Question
1:44 - Hook, Retention, Reward
02:59 - Summary Template
03:50 - Personal Example
04:27 - Mainstream Example
05:12 - Other Template Uses
05:52 - Outro
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.