A simple outline for writing a killer book blurb ink and quills. Blurbs were originally printed on the back or rear dustjacket of a book, and are now found on web portals and news websites. Basically, the name of the game with a blurb is to entice readers to buy your book. They are not stored on blurbs site until you upload them for ordering. Browse book blurbs resources on teachers pay teachers, a marketplace trusted by millions of teachers for original educational resources. If you dont move the entire book project folder and everything in it, booksmart wont be able to open your book. Writing a blurb photo credit nasa goddard space flight center reto stockli the blurb is the writing on the back of a book.
The 5 core elements of a book blurb and why you should. Template 1 uses sassoon infant font which must be installed while template 2 uses comic sans. This designyourown book cover template is the perfect world book day activity but will work yearround as well. Blurb distinct from the back book cover blurb is this 12 line endorsement of a book by a celebrity or another author that sits on the book s front cover. Then ensure you incorporate them into your back book jacket blurb. The key with fiction is to excite and engage your reader. A frame for children to write the blurb for their own autobiographies, including invented quotations and endorsements. This designyourown book cover template is the perfect world book day activity but will work year round as well. When writing a novel, there are few selling tools as important as a solidly written book blurb. Book blurb worksheet worksheet teacher made twinkl. Also available as lined, narrow lined, fully lined half lined and editable a wide variety of options to cover all activities. Review the tips for starter templates to get started. How to create a back book cover blurb that sells i just published a guest post which goes into this with some examples. They often use three full stops at their ends an ellipsis to leave the reader asking questions.
Maybe this story will remind you of a time that you were. To write a good blurb, you have to make it short and exciting, yet relevant. This easytouse template breaks the process into four easy steps. The book starts off with there being an empty seat at the back of the classroom and the main character tom tells about all the children in his class. All books are stored locally on the computer you originally used to create the book. Writing the blurb for your selfpublished book is one of the privileges of being an indie author. Then one day a child was in the empty seat at the back of the classroom with a red rucksack.
Its briefno more than 100150 wordsand creates interest in the story without giving away major spoilers or the ending. We increase the base price of your book by 25% to cover the removal of our brand from your book. Blurb definition is a short publicity notice as on a book jacket. Editable book cover templates in publisher format to allow pupils to write a book blurb and design a book cover. Ask the class if they know why blurbs are written for book covers. Writing template set sb438 a very useful set of colour and lowcolour a4 templates to aid and inspire your children when writing. Check out the pricing calculator to determine the impact of removing the logo from your book. This website and its content is subject to our terms and conditions. I was about halfway through the writing of my book when i was asked to write a blurb for the back cover. Toggle the remove blurb logo section on and off to see the. To find your book on the computer you created it with, open booksmart on that computer and you should see your book in the list under open a book or open book project. The teacher could, i suppose, write replies back or replies could be written by a class higher up the school.
Purchase a swatch kit that contains samples of all the different blurb papers with photos and text printed on them. We get so caught up in delivering an enthralling story or a big idea. A blurb is the book description you find on the back of a book or online to describe a book s contents. Write a letter as a character in the book to another character in the book, a new invented character or a reallife character. It is about a caterpillar that is really hungry and all the things that he is eating. Be sure you move the entire book project folder the folder with the same name as your book and all the files inside it. Once your title and cover have drawn the reader in, the blurb is what is going to make the difference between a missed opportunity and a sale. Inspire your children to get creative with this book cover template. Examples of blurbs to share in your primary classroom. I will not reveal the title or author but students familiar with the novel should pick up on it. Above the list, speak directly to the readers, and give them the primary reason why they should read your book. Mar 02, 2016 great ideas to write a blurb that works for your book. We dont offer free books or free paper samples but you can view our paper and book customization options by doing one of the following.
Great ideas to write a blurb that works for your book. Writing a blurb at ks2 by jessica borges vaz on prezi. You can also enjoy this product as part of a larger bundle called childrens book writing project unit and bundle on the spedguru webpage. As paperback publishing developed, readers began seeing the blurb appearing on the back cover. In this post, we tell you how to write a book blurb in five easy steps. The 5 core elements of a book blurb and why you should know. Generally, 150200 words are more than enough for a full blurb.
How to write a blurb definition, examples, and more. The blurb of your book is the second thing a potential reader will look at after the coverso take the time to get it right. Aug, 2015 put the bulleted list in the middle of the copy you write for your back cover. This article gives you simple steps to follow to write a book blurb, and gives examples of both fiction and nonfiction back cover blurbs. I will explain that i will read a blurb what you usually find on the back cover of a book. Where good relations exist pupils at the local secondary school could be drafted in to take on the role of the characters in the book. Nov 15, 2019 when you need to write a blurb for a movie, book, or other project, start by writing a clever and catchy hook that introduces some of the characters and setting of the topic. Grade 5 lesson on blurbsadapt by using whatever book. In this middlegrade novel, a girl finds a way forward after the loss of her mother.
Explore more than 22 what is a blurb resources for teachers, parents and pupils. Then, write 12 additional sentences that explain the plot of the story in a general way. Remove the blurb logo from your book in booksmart help center. When you buy a swatch kit, your confirmation email will include a discount code equal in value to the price of the kit to use on your next. However, this task typically comes just when youre at your least able. Your blurb will be an important part of your marketing. How to write a killer blurb that convinces readers to buy your book the book blurb is your sales pitch. It is such a nice and heartwarming story told from a perspective of 9 and 3 4 year old girl talking about very. Jul 19, 20 writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose. This can be done as a class activity linked to a class novel, a guided reading activity or by individuals reading independently. Ppt what is a book blurb powerpoint presentation free to.
Many authors write the book blurb as an afterthought. A blurb is a short promotional piece accompanying a piece of creative work. When you hear about authors being asked to blurb a book, its this endorsement theyve been asked to provide. Once drafted, the blurbs could be written on card to stand beside each book and be decorated in the style of each novel. How to write a blurb definition, examples, and more blurb.
Your book blurb must be wellwritten to get a readers attention. Writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose. I have been attending a history class through my district for about 3 years. The lesson will start with me reading a blurb from the hunger games by suzanne collins. A blurb is the book description you find on the back of a book or online to describe a books contents.
A set of literacy themed a4 page borders for children to use as a stimulus in their independent writing. The worksheet enables them to reflect on the book in a number of ways, prompting them to. A useful activity activities sheet to help your children understand book blurbs and help them write their own. Fully modifiable, these templates come with different color palettes to harmonize content and. Jun 11, 20 3 you dont need to describe the whole plot in the blurb, just give the reader an idea of what the book is about and the main character or characters. Most run several paragraphs, but some publishers want them shorter or in a special format so be sure to check with your publishers guidelines before you begin work. Our book cover template is a blank canvas for pupils so encourage them to express themselves and really do justice to their favourite books. A blurb is the description of the story found on the back cover of a book. This should be broader in scope than the reasons you put in your bulleted list. It entices the reader to read a book by promising twists and turns but without giving away the ending. Ask the children to look at the cover of the book and. Focus on the most important aspects, but dont give away any twists or surprises. You have one shot at introducing your story to your reader make it count. How to write a blurb definition, examples, and more blurb blog.
Sep 12, 2018 a blurb is a short description of a book that is written for promotional purposes. Simply print enough copies for your ks2 class and help them to complete the worksheet individually, based on either a book you read together as a class or their own favourite book. Write about who they would recommend the book to and why. This template will help students write book blurbs for the back of books. Removing the blurb logo from your book will change its pricing. Blurbs are the second most important selling tool you have for your book, so. Youll also find some useful links to websites with further information. When you need to write a blurb for a movie, book, or other project, start by writing a clever and catchy hook that introduces some of the characters and setting of the topic. One way to write this primary reason is to present it as a question. For example you could write a letter as tracy beaker from jacqueline wilsons book to the prime minister asking him to do something about foster homes or to the local police asking them to help her find her mum. Writing a blurb the blurb is the writing on the back of a book. A useful worksheet to help your children understand book blurbs and help them write their own. Like the sound of the book based on the blurb on the back what is a blurb. Tes global ltd is registered in england company no 02017289 with its registered office.
It uses twilight as an example, but dont hold that against me. But, if you have caught a potential readers attention, the blurb is what will sell your bookand convert readers. An editable information book writing frame, a5 size, with front and back covers, contents page, inside pages with space for illustrations and text and index pages. On back covers of books there is usually a summary which attempts to get the reader interested.
It may be written by the author or publisher or quote praise from others. May 25, 2004 once drafted, the blurbs could be written on card to stand beside each book and be decorated in the style of each novel. Traditionally, it would be found on the inside back cover of a hardback. Multicultural books mind journeys kendel brady doc. Before writing your back book blurb, choose 3 5 of the bestselling books in your genre and make a note of stylistic similarities. Writing a short book blurb is not only fun, but great practice for writing promotional copy of any kind. This short video is brought to you by publishnation. Youve snagged a prospective date by your alluring cover, so now youve got to show theres more than just surface appeal. This will help your ks2 class to look at specific plot points, as well as the settings featured in the book.
Feb 10, 2016 how to create a back book cover blurb that sells i just published a guest post which goes into this with some examples. After three years of teaching reading without using the guided reading carousel, we decided we needed to change the structure of wholeclass reading lessons to get more out of the class texts. Choose save as and give your book an original filename. Blurb bookwrights easytouse features allow anyone to make any kind of print book, magazine, or ebook. A blurb is a short description of a book that is written for promotional purposes. Your book blurb aka online description, like your dating profile. Open booksmart, select open existing book and your old project should be in the list of books to open. The activity may be repeated for different titles over the year.