Paste in the description on the back cover of your book. Though you may already have your book description written, here’s some general tips and questions you can ask yourself if you’d like to make any adjustments for your website.
Aim for 150-200 words. Be clear and concise; don’t confuse people with complicated names or geographical locations unless it’s necessary. Set the scene in a simple phrase.
What does your protagonist want? What’s in their way? What happens if they fail in their mission? Are there any elements of suspense or mysteries to solve? What fears, emotions or obstacles must the protagonist overcome? What is the protagonist like as the book opens? Timid? Fearless? A skilled fighter? A tech genius?
Write the book's main themes, tropes, or character types in the boxes below. For example, you could choose, "aliens," "post-apocalyptic," and "dystopia." Or perhaps "ancient prophecies," "chosen one," and "search for identity." Either way, it's a chance to tell your readers what to expect, and it helps your site show up when people search for those themes in search engines.
Tell your readers about yourself. Where are you from? How long have you been writing? What themes do you gravitate towards? Do you have an educational background that's relevant to your books? Have you won any relevant awards? What are you currently working on?
Don't feel like you have to answer all the questions above. This section should be brief. Having said that, feel free to include a personal touch to show your personality and give a human feel. For example, "Alexanne follows a hobbit meal plan and will advocate for second breakfast and elevensies whenever she's given the chance."
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