Most writers will tell you the one aspect of their craft that causes them the greatest pleasure is that instant when the perfect title presents itself.
It’s an “Ah-Hah!” moment of grand proportions, as the author rubs his hands together gleefully, checks Google to be sure it isn’t already in use, considers such things as metaphorical significance, alliteration, poetry and SearchEngineOptimization… well, you get the idea.
At Carrick Publishing, we happen to believe in the power of a great title! As authors, we are given a few words in which to reach our readers. Those words need to convey the essence of our work. They need to call out to our readers “Over Here! I’m the book you’re looking for!”
Our featured title above, Ten Tales of Spotty Ruin by Alex Carrick, is a great example. Readers of his work will already be familiar with his tongue-in-cheek approach to story-telling. But for those who may not have encountered him yet, this title conveys the wit and whimsey that readers can expect.
This week at our Carrick Publishing FaceBook page, we’re inviting authors to tell us about their titles! How important are titles to you? How do you come up with them? Which are your favourite?
While you’re there, be sure to join the discussion. Also, have a look at the 4 e-titles we’re offering for Free:
1- The First Excellence ~ Fa-Ling’s Map>
2- “Three Scoops” Is A Blast!
3- The Noon God
4- Ten Tales of Spotty Ruin (Featured above.)
We hope to see you at our FaceBook Page!
Donna and Alex Carrick
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