Writing a short book blurb is not only fun, but great practice for writing promotional copy of any kind. It uses twilight as an example, but dont hold that against me. The 5 core elements of a book blurb and why you should know. Blurb definition in the cambridge english dictionary.
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. We cant manufacture a book with fewer pages than this. Adding a blurb to the front of a book the perfect back cover blurb dos and donts on writing a book blurb nicholas c. Select the correct template using your book size and binding style.
Foldable story book writing frame template sb3831 sparklebox. Blurbs are the second most important selling tool you have for your book, so. The lesson will start with me reading a blurb from the hunger games by suzanne collins. Blurb book border template classroom resource twinkl.
Feb 01, 2010 split all double pages with gutters by selecting from the upper left corner to the bottom of the right of center guide, then crop. Bookwright from blurb, i made 5 identical books, differing only in their paper type, and of course their cover title to differentiate them easily. There are 14 different page styles including 6 front, 4 inside and 4 back. Traditionally, it would be found on the inside back cover of a hardback. Below are downloadable templates that cut out all the questions. This is a simple activity in which you cut up the book cover from its blurb and the children have to rematch them. We also have an oldfashioned, vintage newspaper template too. Writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose. Create your own book cover or my favourite book is template. 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. Also available as lined, narrow lined, fully lined half lined and editable a wide variety of options to cover all activities.
If you dont have a print version of your book and its only sold online, everything in this article about back book blurbs can be applied to your book description in online listings. The intention is the same as a book blurb to pique the potential bossclients attention. Apr 14, 2020 a 40 page book will have 20 sheets of paper with a front and back for a total of 40 page surfaces. The activity may be repeated for different titles over the year. 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.
Choose save as and give your book an original filename. Youll also find some useful links to websites with further information. The story follows the trials and tribulations of ruskin splinter, a 9yearold boy who is small and thin, with knockknees, thick glasses and a squeaky voice. Someone once sent a book to us with, this is a wonderful book. A 40 page book will have 20 sheets of paper with a front and back for a total of 40 page surfaces. Here is an example of a shout line, taken from one of my own books. Blurb expressed their regret, and my blurb trade book will be reprinted for free. The 5 core elements of a book blurb and why you should. This can be done as a class activity linked to a class novel, a guided reading activity or by individuals reading independently. Krindlekrax, is a story that i read to my year 3 class as it was the text we had to study for literacy. To write a good blurb, you have to make it short and exciting, yet relevant. Fully modifiable, these templates come with different color palettes to harmonize content and.
A blurb is a short description of a book that is written for promotional purposes. Lovely a4 page for the children to design their own front cover, blurb and spine. Jun 11, 20 the blurb is the short description on the back of the book. I will not reveal the title or author but students familiar with the novel should pick up on it. In this post, we tell you how to write a book blurb in five easy steps. 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. Once drafted, the blurbs could be written on card to stand beside each book and be decorated in the style of each novel. Your book blurb aka online description, like your dating profile. Share every productive brainstorm with the team, refer back to the best ideas. Cinderella around the world lesson 6 recipe for a cinderella story lower ks2 raphella. Your blurb will be an important part of your marketing. Space for picture on the front, spine and lines on the back for the blurb, etc.
Jul 19, 20 writing a book blurb is a little like online dating, i suppose. Ask the class if they know why blurbs are written for book covers. Then one day a child was in the empty seat at the back of the classroom with a red rucksack. Blurb test book paper comparison film photography blog. This article gives you simple steps to follow to write a book blurb, and gives examples of both fiction and nonfiction back cover blurbs. 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. 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 books front cover. Sep 12, 2018 a blurb is a short description of a book that is written for promotional purposes. A useful worksheet to help your children understand book blurbs and help them write their own.
Think of the book blurb not as an annoying step between you and selfpublishing, but instead as an opportunity. Although it seems obvious, proofread your text several times. This is a worksheet intended to be used for planning to write a blurb for a novel study. The white box with thin border is for the headline, the thick border for a drawing or image, and the light grey section for writing the article. On back covers of books there is usually a summary which attempts to get the reader interested. The key with fiction is to excite and engage your reader. Grade 5 lesson on blurbsadapt by using whatever book. The blurb is the short description on the back of the book. Jun 27, 2011 if you create shortrun books using the selfpublishing service blurb, save yourself time and trouble by downloading the companys new indesign plugin this free plugin includes templates for all variations of blurb books. Its safe to say that a wellwritten blurb is absolutely essential to your poetry books overall success and reputation. I have created this resource to tie in with a greater inschool development on reading. Purchase a swatch kit that contains samples of all the different blurb papers with photos and text printed on them. This is a full lesson with resources that is designed to get pupils thinking about how a cover represents the story all templates included for. Generally, 150200 words are more than enough for a full blurb.
Oct 21, 2019 sample books and paper samples 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. Blurbs were originally printed on the back or rear dustjacket of a book, and are now found on web portals and news websites. Review the tips for starter templates to get started. They have the correct margins needed to layout the inside pages of your book. As paperback publishing developed, readers began seeing the blurb appearing on the back cover. It may be written by the author or publisher or quote praise from others. How likely is it that you would recommend blurb to. Make sure you supply me with a general synopsis as well. After contacting blurb support i received a response within a few hours. Ask students to create a book cover and blurb for any choice of book. All you have to do is provide me with some information and i will write one undeniably catchy blurb. A blurb is a short promotional piece accompanying a piece of creative work. Mar 20, 2014 the lesson will start with me reading a blurb from the hunger games by suzanne collins. Tes global ltd is registered in england company no 02017289 with its registered office at 26 red lion square london wc1r 4hq.
Writing a blurb photo credit nasa goddard space flight center reto stockli the blurb is the writing on the back of a book. Writing a blurb the blurb is the writing on the back of a book. Blank book cover template for display english, pshe, etc. Ask the children to look at the cover of the book and. Examples of blurbs to share in your primary classroom. Blurb photo book formats and magazines have a minimum page count of 20 pages 10 fronts and 10 backs.
The person you really need to marry tracy mcmillan tedxolympicblvdwomen duration. Multicultural books mind journeys kendel brady doc. This would have been funny if it was not intended to be serious. A set of literacy themed a4 page borders for children to use as a stimulus in their independent writing. Galapagos islands food web ecosystem ict lesson ks2 ks3 ks4. Like the sound of the book based on the blurb on the back what is a blurb.
I hope all the more, that the book will turn out better. Oct 16, 2014 someone once sent a book to us with, this is a wonderful book. A free resource allowing students to both design their own book cover and blurb or also help to create a poster on a favourite book of their. How to create a back book cover blurb that sells i just published a guest post which goes into this with some examples. 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. A pdf file containing 25 ideas for writing book reports.
Your book blurb must be wellwritten to get a readers attention. After saving, undo the crop and repeat selecting from the upper right corner to the bottom of the left of center guide. A blurb is the book description you find on the back of a book or online to describe a book s contents. In the rush to complete what is often the final stage of a book, back cover copy can be neglected. Grade 5 lesson on blurbsadapt by using whatever book your. Tes get reading in childrens book week tes english resources, english lessons. Rossis 10 tips to write a book blurb that sells kotobee blog how to write a blurb.
Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. Once you have your book insides in the correct template, you can follow our simple pdf instructions to create a pdf of your book to. A blurb is the book description you find on the back of a book or online to describe a books contents. Youve snagged a prospective date by your alluring cover, so now youve got to show theres more than just surface appeal. Krindlekrax by philip ridley meet your next favorite book. It entices the reader to read a book by promising twists and turns but without giving away the ending. An editable story book writing frame, a5 size, with front and back covers and inside pages with space for illustrations and text.