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Writing a Better Book Description (Wordslinger 2) Kindle Edition

by Kevin Tumlinson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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CAPTURE MORE READERS AND SELL MORE BOOKS

A VERY QUICK, SHORT READ THAT CAN HAVE FAST, LONG-TERM RESULTS!

A good book description should tell the reader what to expect:

What kind of experience will I get from this novel?

Will this non-fiction book solve my problem?

How will this book make me feel or how will it change my life, my relationships, or my career?

Your book description is one of the first marketing tools your readers will encounter, and in a crowded marketplace  it could be the deciding factor between buying your book or moving on to the next. 

Crafting the perfect description can be a challenge. That’s why Writing a Better Book Description will arm you with the tools and best practices you need to get it right.

YOU'LL LEARN:

- How to craft a novel description that takes your reader on a journey, without any spoilers

- How to leverage social proof to assure readers that this book is for them

- How to win over readers of your non-fiction by telling them how you’ll solve their problem

- How to construct a call to action to improve your odds of making a sale 

“If you have an interest in e-book publishing and maximizing success, Kevin Tumlinson can help.” —John Cammidge, Bay Area Independent Publishers

“[Kevin] is generous with his knowledge of writing and marketing.” —Michelle Fox, Organizer for Wolf Pack Writers Virtual Conference

“Funny, engaging, and very informative!” —Stacy Purcell, President of NW Houston RWA

PICK UP YOUR COPY OF WRITING A BETTER BOOK DESCRIPTION NOW, AND START CAPTURING MORE READERS!

Kevin Tumlinson has been named the Voice of Indie Publishing for his work as the host of the popular Wordslinger Podcast. The show reaches more than 35,000 listeners every week with interviews, advice, and best practices aimed to help independent authors build and grow their careers. Kevin is a bestselling and award-winning thriller author himself, as well as the Director of Marketing for Draft2Digital.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B079ZQ856M
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wordslinger Press (February 22, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 22, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 684 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 13 ratings

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Kevin Tumlinson is an award-winning and bestselling novelist, living in Texas and working in random coffee shops, cafés, and hotel lobbies worldwide. His primary work is in thrillers—including his wildly popular Dan Kotler Archaeological Thrillers. But he also successfully published science fiction, fantasy, and escapist fiction.

Kevin grew up in Wild Peach, Texas, where he was raised by his grandparents and given a healthy respect for storytelling. He often found himself in trouble in school for writing stories instead of doing his actual assignments, and he doesn't regret that in the least. And as Wild Peach was in no way metropolitan, or even approaching suburban, young Kevin had plenty of time to put his imagination to work crafting entire universes of characters, settings, and artifacts that would later inform his adult career choice.

Kevin's love for history, archeology, and science has been a tremendous source of material for his writing, feeding his fiction and giving him just the excuse he needs to read the next article, biography, or research paper, visit the next city or country, and embark on the next adventure. Kevin and his wife, Kara, can often be found traveling as van-lifers, along with their little chihuahua terrier, Mini.

Learn more about Kevin and his work, and get a free ebook, at KevinTumlinson.com

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
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Armand Rosamilia
5.0 out of 5 stars Just What Is Needed
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2018
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There's no filler in this book. No padding. No 'we're going to get to what you paid for but first I'm going to tell you endless stories about myself' in this one. Kevin gets right to the point and gives you the information promised in an easy-to-use system that is so simple yet so efficient.
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SHP
5.0 out of 5 stars A book that delivers on its promise
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2018
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Kevin Tumlinson’s Writing a Better Book Description delivered exactly what it promised.
He gives simple to follow instructions for fiction and for non-fiction and includes why he's telling you to do each step.

I recommend this book to anyone struggling to write better copy to sell books.
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Eric
4.0 out of 5 stars Short and to the point
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2019
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The author lays out an easy to follow format of the book descriptions for fiction and nonfiction.

The format and flow of the book makes it easy to follow and the template he builds makes sense and is provided with plenty of examples.

A little light on technical details, but overall a good starting point for the topic.
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bambi v sommers
5.0 out of 5 stars A great little book for all authors.
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2019
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The author gets straight to the point offering tips on how to best write your book blurb. This is a must read for authors whether you’re new to this or experienced and just need a little brush-up.
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Kate Johnston
4.0 out of 5 stars A useful, practical guide
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2018
Kevin Tumlinson’s Writing a Better Book Description is a handy author’s companion. I recommend this short and simple guide for newbie authors or authors looking to increase book sales.

Tumlinson divides the guide into two parts, fiction and non-fiction. He breaks down the structure of a book description and provides helpful examples for each structural element.

He reminds us that the point of a book description is “to sell your book” but that it is also an important link between a writer and a reader. A well-written, hook-y book description is a marketing tool, so use it to its best advantage. Check out this book to learn how to do that!
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JANINE BRAY-MUELLER
5.0 out of 5 stars Very short but good advice
Reviewed in Germany on June 19, 2020
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A very short report with good advice. Absolutely no fluff. Just how I like it. :)
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Andy
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple. Direct. Useful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2018
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In short this book delivers on what it promises. The layout is easy to follow, the steps simple to understand and the techniques outlined are easy to see in successfully selling books, once you've read this and know what to look for.
Spend a few minutes reading this and I've no doubt you'll see the same value I have.
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