If you are writing a book, there are a multitude of things that you should take care of. But if there is one thing that you should pay extra attention to it would be your book title. This is because the book title is one of the first things perspective authors will see of your book. And it is not as easy to make an effective title as you would think. So before you get started on the book writing process you should first find the right book title for your book.
Here are 7 highly effective tips on how to write a book title:
- Put the essence of your book into the title
The book title is a way of showing readers what your book is all about. It is a way to show readers the main essence of your book. So when you do write your book title, makes sure that it encapsulates everything that you want to show readers. Of course this is easier said than done. It is not that easy to fit your entire book into just a few words. So take your time and don’t rush the process.
- Write with your target market in mind
Aside from showing perspective readers what your book is all about, you should also make your title as appealing to your target market as possible. So it is a good idea to use words that your target market is acquainted with. For example, if you are writing a science fiction book, it would be a good idea to use specific words and phrases that your target market would find familiar and attractive. By doing so you will be able to give your book title a certain appeal with your target market. But don’t use overly specific jargon because it may confuse other potential readers who are new to your chosen genre.
- It must be catchy
If there is one thing you should avoid when you make a book title, it is making it too long and unwieldy. This is because a clunky and cumbersome title will not attract readers. Instead try to make a title that can just roll off the tongue. Readers don’t want a title that spans for two sentences. They would really much prefer that the title is short and concise. So when you do try to think up of a title, try to make it as catchy as possible. Good book titles tend to be short and concise. But don’t sacrifice the essence of your work just to make your title short. You have to find a balance between making your title short and concise and still keep the essence of your book.
- Make sure that your book title is one of a kind
It is an annoying and frustrating thing to release a book, and find out that there is already another book with the same book title as you. And it can even get more serious if the book was written by an already established author. So before you finalize the book title creation process it always pays to do a quick internet search of your title. That way you can make sure that your book title is one of a kind.
- Make sure that your book is politically correct
Yet another thing that you should keep track of is whether your book is politically correct or not. This should be a legitimate concern, because you don’t want to seem ignorant and rub readers the wrong way readers with a potentially offensive title. So before you release your book, do a quick search. Make sure that your book title can never be an allusion to any sensitive event in history, nor can it be construed as a slight against anyone. By doing so, you can release your book with a clear and unburdened mind.
- Don’t hesitate to ask for help
Some authors tend to struggle when writing a book title because they tend to overthink the process. Which is why, you should never hesitate to ask for help during the process. Try to ask for help from fellow authors because they know the struggle of finding the perfect book title. They know the sleepless nights and the insecurities that come with being a writer. So if you are not sure of the book titles you came up with, try to approach a fellow author and ask for his or her opinion. They would most likely give a fresh and unbiased opinion on your book title.
If you are a self-publishing author, it is also a good idea to approach self-publishing companies, because they have various services that range from copy-editing services to book marketing services that will ensure your book title will be perfect when you release your book.
- Enjoy the process
Although you should be careful with the book title creation process, this does not mean that you have to be a nervous wreck throughout it all. Instead, you should try to enjoy the process as much as you can. Don’t be afraid to experiment and come up with alternative titles. You have all the freedom to come up with your list of good book titles. In the end, what’s important is that you are wholly sure of your book title once you do release your book.
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