Finding the Right Words to Describe Your Novel with Anjanette Barr | LegendHaven 2023

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Many authors struggle with effectively conveying the essence of their book, and Anjanette's insights offer valuable guidance in overcoming this challenge. Anjanette Barr is the resident agent for Legend Fiction! We explore the art of finding the right words to describe your novel. Anjanette shares valuable tips and tricks for choosing a compelling title and effectively pitching your book.

Find out the importance of selecting specific genres and themes, and the significance of comp titles in capturing the attention of agents and editors. Get a better understanding of how to navigate the world of book categorization and attract the right audience for your novel.

Key Points/Highlights:

1. Choosing a compelling title and pitch for your novel.

2. The importance of selecting specific genres and themes.

3. Understanding the significance of comp titles in attracting agents and editors.

4. Exploring the difference between commercial and literary books.

5. The concept of upmarket books that combine commercial and literary elements.

6. Strategies for describing your book when it falls into an in-between category.

7. The benefits of narrowing down your book's description.

8. Exploring multiple genres and comp titles to capture the essence of your book.

9. Focusing on themes to convey the unique aspects of your story.

10. The role of market research and seeking guidance from experienced writers.

Notable Quotes:

• "We won't know if it's the type of book we want to read unless you tell us something specific."

• "We all need the books that challenge us and entertain us."

• "Describe your book in a way that sparks curiosity and stands out from the crowd."