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How to come up with book title ideas.

Need an original book title, and fast? We got you. Here are 8 ways to come up with book title ideas. 

1. Start free writing to find keywords

Write absolutely anything that comes into your head: words, phrases, names, places, adjectives — the works. You’ll be surprised how much workable content comes out from such a strange exercise.

2. Experiment with word patterns

Obviously, we’re not advocating plagiarism, but try playing around with formats like:

“The _____ of _______”

“______ and the _____”

These will work for certain genres, though they are by no means the only patterns you can play around with. Have you noticed how many blockbuster thrillers these days feature the word “woman” or “ girl” somewhere in the title?

3. Draw inspiration from your characters 

If your central character has a quirky name or a title (like Doctor or Detective) you can definitely incorporate this into your book title. Just look at Jane Eyre, Percy Jackson, or Harry Potter, for instance — working with one or more or your characters’ names is a surefire way to get some title ideas down. Equally, you can add a little detail, like Thomas Hardy’s Jude the Obscure, to add a little color to a name and make it title-worthy.

4. Keep your setting in mind

Is your book set somewhere particularly interesting or significant? Even if your title isn’t just where the action takes place (like Middlemarch by George Eliot), it’s something to have in the back of your mind. You can include other details, like The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum or Picnic at Hanging Rock by Joan Lindsay, to give your readers a sense of action and character, as well as setting (which tend to be linked).

5. Look for book title ideas in famous phrases 

Think Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird here — this is a central symbol and significant piece of dialogue in the novel. It’s enigmatic (what does it even mean? Is it a warning? An instruction?) and makes us really sit up when these words appear in the text itself. Try and think of your inspiration for writing your book or sum up your central theme in a few words, and see if these inspire anything.

6. Analyze the book titles of other books

You might be surprised at how many books refer to other works in their titles ( The Fault in Our Stars by John Green comes from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar , and Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men takes its inspiration from a Robert Burns poem). Going this route allows authors to use an already beautiful and poetic turn of phrase that alludes to a theme in their own book. From Ernest Hemingway’s For Whom the Bell Tolls to Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials , so many books have used this technique that might also work for you.

7. Don’t forget the subtitle

In non-fiction publishing, there’s a trend of evocative or abstract titles, followed by a subtitle that communicates the content (and is packed with delicious keywords that the Amazon search engine can’t resist). This is also another way to get around long titles — and to add a little panache to an otherwise dry subject matter. In the United States, it’s also quite common to have “A Novel” as a subtitle (if, you know, it’s a novel). In the United Kingdom, this practice is much rarer.

8. Generate a book name through a book title generator

If you’ve gone through all of the above and are still wringing out your brain trying to come up with the golden formula — fear not! There are other ways to get the cogs whirring and inspiration brewing, such as title generators.

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15 best book titles of all time

Witty, eye-catching, memorable — these famous book titles have it all. Without further ado, here are 15 best book titles you can take inspiration from.

• I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
• East of Eden by John Steinbeck
• The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway
• Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick
• The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
• Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett
• Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith
• The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton
• Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea by Chelsea Handler
• And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
• Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
• The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger
• Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
• Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown
• The Man Who Was Thursday by G.K. Chesterton

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If you’re agonizing over your book title, you’re not alone! Some of the best book titles today emerged only after much teeth gnashing. The Sun Also Rises was once titled Fiesta ; Pride and Prejudice was once First Impressions . Then there was F. Scott Fitzgerald, who reportedly took forever to think of a good title. He ultimately discarded a dozen ( Gold-Hatted Gatsby , The High-Bouncing Lover , and Trimalchio in West Egg included) before reluctantly picking The Great Gatsby .

So it’s tough out there for a novelist, which is why we built this generator: to try and give you some inspiration. Any of the titles that you score through it are yours to use. We’d be even more delighted if you dropped us the success story at [email protected] ! If you find that you need even more of a spark beyond our generator, the Internet’s got you covered. Here are some of our other favorite generators on the web:

Fantasy Book Title Generators : Fantasy Name Generator , Serendipity: Fantasy Novel Titles

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Crime Book Title Generators : Tara Sparling’s Crime Thriller Titles , Ruddenberg’s Generator

Mystery Novel Title Generators : The Generator .

Or if you think that generators are fun and all — but that you’d rather create your own book title? Great 👍 Kick off with this post, which is all about how to choose your book title . And once you've got the words down, make sure you capitalize your title correctly .

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How to Write a Great Book Review

"How to Write a Great Book Review" by Joe Walters is a writer's resource for brainstorming, planning, drafting, and editing the best book reviews. Check it out for tips & tricks from our book review editor.

by Joe Walters

There are so many ways to write a great book review.

But it all starts with careful and attentive reading. 

Read every word on every page, and if you don’t understand something, read it again. Back in college, I read things I didn’t understand but continued moving forward because that’s what I did in high school, in grade school, in class all the time. You’re taught to use context clues and follow along.

You have my permission to stop doing that. (Tell your teacher to blame me).

If you don’t understand something, read it again. If you still don’t understand it, try writing down what happens in each and every scene. A scene could be a full chapter, a paragraph, or a few paragraphs. I had to do this with Le Morte D’Arthur when I was in school, and I actually ended up loving it by the end, regardless of the hard to decipher Olde English spellings.

Just because you’re a slow reader doesn’t mean you’re a bad one.

Before you learn how to write great book reviews, understand this…

People write book reviews for different reasons. Sometimes they want to publish their writing in a publication (like a newspaper, magazine, or Independent Book Review ). Sometimes they have to write a book review for school. Sometimes they want to build a platform on Goodreads, or they want to support indie authors by leaving the review on Amazon.

If you’re writing a book review for school, my first recommendation is to combine this treasure trove of a blog post with the specifics of what your teacher is asking you to do on their rubric. They may want analytical points that go beyond the 50% marker because they don’t care for spoilers, while reviewing for publication might want it to be spoiler-free.

The kinds of reviews I’m talking about? These would put you in a good position to publish your book reviews on blogs, magazines, and platforms like Goodreads or Amazon .

Your first big question :

Should you take notes while you read? 

Maybe? Probably? It’s up to you in the end, but I’d recommend it, especially if you’re just starting out.

If you take notes while you go, you can not only pinpoint comments in specific locations in the book regarding how you’re feeling about it (so that you can write about it later), you can also highlight some of your favorite quotes in the book. 

Adding quotes directly from the text can add some intrigue (and length) to your book review. It’s one thing to hear that the book has great prose; it’s another to see it for yourself.

After reading the book

Sleep on it. Not literally (unless it’s comfy, I guess?). 

The main point here is to just give yourself some time to stew on it. How is it sitting with you now that you’ve read the ending? Now that you understand what the author really wanted to do? 

Then, imagine a scenario where you are talking to another reader about it. 

How would you start the conversation? How would you set the story up so that they understand the characters and the plotline and where it goes from there?

The good news is that you’re not just babbling to your friend about it (although that’s cool too). Unlike a conversation, with a review, you will have time to revise and edit instead of just spouting out all the things you have to say.

But still, it’s good practice. You will figure out what is most important to talk about simply by imagining this friend’s perspective— wait, did I tell them about the revolt yet? The love interest? They’re gonna need to know who the hell Puck is before I get to why it’s so good.

How do you write great book reviews without reading some examples first? You can’t. So check these out before you go any further: Book Review: Rock Gods & Messy Monsters and Book Review: The Devil Pulls the Strings .

How to write a first draft of a great book review:  .

“Some people call it verbal diarrhea. I just call it word shit.” – Wanderlust (2012)

Regardless of what you call it, let the words spill out. Write about what happens in the book, how you feel about it, and why. Just write.

If you start out with the skeleton of a structure, it could be even easier to draft. Here’s what we share with our reviewers for our 400+ word reviews:

• “An evocative psychological thriller that explores the influence of trauma on the human mind and soul” – Robyn-Lee Samuels, Book Review: A Cabin in the Woods
• “A tender, inventive memoir that grapples with the unexpected loss of a child” – Tucker Lieberman, Book Review: An Ambiguous Grief
• “The laugh-out-loud antics of three unlikely pilgrims headline this poignantly told humorous novel.” – Frank Pizzoli, Book Review: The Jesus Nut
• Part 1: Introduce the characters & goals of the book early on.
• Part 2: Write an enticing summary up until about the 50% marker
• Part 3: How the author/book succeeded. Be specific & use examples. If you said that it has great characters, tell me who they are and what’s great about them.
• Part 4: What you did not like about the novel (if applicable). If not applicable, use this paragraph to indicate another thing that the author/book did well.
• Part 5: Closing comments, recommendation, and overall feeling about the novel.

Self-editing your book review

You’re not done yet. I’m sure you’ve already written a great book review, and everyone else in the world would applaud you for it, but—wait, actually, no.

No you didn’t. Not yet.

I have not read it obviously, but I feel pretty confident in saying your first draft can be improved upon. Please read your review from the top to the bottom, asking yourself questions like:

• Did I write in present tense to describe the happenings in the plot?
• Did I italicize the book title but use quotation marks for stories or essays within the book?
• Does this sentence communicate exactly what I am trying to say in as few words as possible? Are there filler words that could be removed without impacting the clarity of the sentence?
• Do I avoid cliche and speak honestly and originally about this book?
• Do I tell the story in a linear fashion up until about the 50% marker?
• Did I accidentally include any spoilers?
• Are the words I use to praise the book really saying anything? Avoid empty words and phrases like “interesting” and “relatable”
• Do I have a good mix of summary, praise, and (if applicable) criticism?
• If I added a quote from within the book, would it help make my case or entice readers into buying it?
• Do I use evidence to back up why I am saying this character is so great? Evidence for why the pacing worked?
• How’s my last line? Is it as catchy and clear as it could be? Am I leaving the reader with some of my best work?

What I love about great book reviews

They don’t always follow the rules.

I edit book reviews for a living, and I share tips like the ones I’ve shared here with my reviewers, but sometimes, they write reviews that look far different from my guided outline and are about as wonderful as I could ask for. They are clear, they are honest, they are poetic, they are so many things at once. 

Reviewing is an art form. It’s important to know the foundations of a great book review, but like great art, sometimes it takes writers stepping out of boundaries to really do something amazing.

Here are a couple examples of reviews that threw my outline out the window but absolutely nailed the execution: Book Review: Obit and Book Review: Anthropica .

Thanks for checking out our tips for how to write a great book review! If you would like to apply to write for IBR, fill out the submission form on this page .

About the Author

Joe Walters  is the founder and editor-in-chief of Independent Book Review and a book marketing specialist at Sunbury Press. When he’s not doing editorial, promoting, or reviewing work, he’s working on his novel and trusting the process. Find him @joewalters13 on Twitter.

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Cool. Thanks. Working on one for the Catholic Worker as we type.

Great post! Your emphasis on the importance of careful reading and taking notes while reading is spot on. I appreciate the practical tips you provided for writing book reviews. Keep up the good work!

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Understanding the purpose of a book review, telling possible readers, providing constructive feedback, building a community of readers, increasing visibility, the structure of a book review, introduction, summary of the book, critical analysis, style of writing, plot and structure, messages and main ideas, difference and effect, examples and supporting evidence, examples of well-written book reviews, example 1: non-fiction book review, example 2: fiction book review, to kill a mockingbird by harper lee, essential elements, strategy and detailed insights.

Every writer must know to write a book review. It is an important skill for people who love to read and want to become writers. Not only does it help writers, but it also helps other users choose what to read.

It’s important to know why you write a book review before you get started on the actual process of doing so. A book review is important for many reasons, such as:

A well-written review summarizes the book, its main ideas, and what the reader should take from it. This helps potential readers decide if they want to read the book.

Reviews help writers figure out what worked and what didn’t in their book by telling them what worked and what didn’t. Helpful critiques can help writers improve their writing skills and improve their next works.

Book reviews help readers talk about what they’ve read, which builds a sense of community and shared experiences. American Author House help people talk about books and see them from different points of view.

Good reviews can greatly affect how well-known and sold a book is. They change how online sites work and help get the author’s work in front of more people.

Now that we know how important book reviews are, let’s look at how they are put together and what they should include.

The opening should immediately grab the reader’s attention and set the stage for your review. Most of the time, writing a book review has the following parts:

• Information about the book: Give the title, author’s name, release date, and subject as your first information. This helps people know which book you are talking about.
• Hook: Engage your readers with a catchy line that shows what the book is about or what makes it special. This could be a question that makes you think, an interesting quote, or a short story.
• Thesis Statement: Give a short and convincing summary of your feelings about the book. This gives the rest of your review a sense of direction.

Give a summary of the book’s plot, major ideas, and main characters in this part. Don’t give away details that could ruin the story for the reader. Focus on giving people a general idea of the book and how it feels.

The critical analysis is the heart of your book review, where you provide your thoughts and opinions. Think about how to write a book review. Read some of the following tips:

Evaluate the author’s writing style, including how they use words, pace, and tell a story. Talk about how well it tells the story and keeps the reader interested.

Look at how the story goes and how the book is put together. Comment on how well the story makes sense, moves along, and flows. Talk about whether the story keeps readers interested and whether the framework makes it easier to follow.

Analyze the major characters, how they change, and how they are important to the story. Talk about their good points, bad points, and general trustworthiness. Talk about the connections between the characters and how they affect the story.

Check out the book’s core ideas, messages, or social comments. Talk about how well the author handles these topics and if they make sense to the reader.

Think about how original the book is and how it affects the reader. Talk about whether the story shows something new or gives you new ideas. Then write a book review. Discuss how the book made you feel, what it taught you, and how it changed your morals.

Give specific examples and quotes from the book to back up your reasoning. These examples should back your arguments and help readers understand your view. Choose parts that are especially moving, well-written, or show how good the book is.

You can write a book review and conclude by combining your general opinion and summarizing your main points. Give a final suggestion to the people based on what you’ve learned. Use this part to leave a strong impact and get people interested in reading the rest of the book.

The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg If you want to explore more examples of well-written book reviews and gain inspiration, you can check out our article on The Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing on Amazon .

In The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg explores the science behind habits and their impact on our lives. Using real-life examples and engaging anecdotes, Duhigg provides a fascinating look into how habits are formed, how they can be changed, and their influence on personal and professional success.

Duhigg’s writing style is informative and engaging, making complex concepts accessible to many readers. His meticulous research is evident throughout the book, as he presents compelling case studies and scientific findings to support his claims. The book’s structure seamlessly guides readers through exploring habit formation, change, and its applications in various domains.

By dissecting the underlying psychology of habits, Duhigg sheds light on the power of routine and the potential for personal transformation. The book offers actionable insights and practical strategies to help readers harness the power of habits in their own lives.

The Power of Habit is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the influence of habits on personal and professional development. Duhigg’s compelling storytelling and evidence-based approach make this book a valuable resource for individuals seeking to make positive life changes.

Summary: To Kill a Mockingbird is a classic novel set in the racially-charged atmosphere of the 1930s Deep South. Harper Lee’s timeless masterpiece explores themes of racial inequality, justice, and the loss of innocence through the eyes of Scout Finch, a young girl growing up in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama.

Lee’s evocative writing transports readers to a bygone era, vividly depicting the social complexities and prejudices of the time. Through Scout’s innocent perspective, the reader witnesses the profound impact of racism and intolerance on the community. The memorable characters, such as Atticus Finch and Boo Radley, are flawlessly developed, each contributing to the overarching narrative with depth and nuance.

The novel’s exploration of moral courage, empathy, and the pursuit of justice resonates as powerfully today as it did upon its publication. Lee’s ability to tackle sensitive subjects with sensitivity and authenticity sets To Kill a Mockingbird apart as a timeless work of literature.

Conclusion:

To Kill a Mockingbird is a literary masterpiece that confronts the complexities of racial injustice with grace and insight. Harper Lee’s remarkable storytelling and profound themes. If you’re interested in exploring more classic literature and book reviews, you can find valuable insights in our article about Fantastic Fiction: Discovering the Best Fantasy and Sci-Fi Books .

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Why Do Book Titles Matter?

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How To Come Up With The Perfect Book Title [Ultimate Guide]

Don’t Have Time Right Now?

Shockingly, there’s little useful guidance out there about book titling. What advice exists is usually of little help:

• Trite (“Go with your gut!”)
• Superficial (“Browse bookstores for ideas!”)
• Or worst of all, actively harmful (“Don’t spend too much time on it.”)

They’re all wrong.

Just like companies that spend millions on naming new products, and media companies that spend time testing different titles for blog posts , you should spend substantial time and energy finding a great title.

This is a very important decision, one you need to get right to ensure your book has the best possible chance of success.

In this comprehensive guide to picking the perfect book title, I will walk you through how to think about book titles, then tell you how to pick yours, and how to test it.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this Scribe Guide:

• Attention Grabbing
• Informative (Gives an Idea of What The Book is About)
• Easy To Say
• Not Embarrassing or Problematic For Someone To Say It

Specific Steps To Find The Perfect Book Title

Step 1: Get Clarity On Your Book Goals

Step 2: brainstorm several potential titles.

Step 3: Make Sure This Title Is Not Already Popular

Step 4: Pick Your Favorites & Test Them

Test #1: Imagine People Saying The Title

Test #2: See What People Click On

Your book title is the most important marketing decision you’ll make. Period.

The title is the first thing the potential reader sees or hears about your book—even before the cover in most cases—and getting it right is the single most important book marketing decision you’ll make. The title forms the basis of the reader’s judgment about your book.

Let’s be clear: A good title won’t make your book do well. But a bad title will almost certainly prevent it from doing well.

The iconic example of the importance of a book title is the title change that led to an obscure book becoming a #1 best seller.

In 1982 Naura Hayden released a book called “Astro-Logical Love.” It bombed.

She then took the exact same book, changed a small amount of the content, and changed the original title to a different title, “How to Satisfy a Woman Every Time…and Have Her Beg for More!”

That book became a massive cultural phenomenon and #1 best seller. Same book, same content, just a different title (I would argue a perfect title).

The takeaway for you is simple and clear: Spend time figuring out the best possible title for your book, because it will largely determine what people think about your book, and thus, your book’s success.

A good title should have all of these attributes:

• Attention-Grabbing
• Memorable & Searchable
• Informative
• Easy & Not Embarrassing to Say

1. Attention-Grabbing

There are a million things pulling on people’s attention. The right title helps you stand out and make that important first impression. A boring title is a killer.

There are many ways to grab attention. You can be provocative, controversial, exciting, make a promise, etc. The point is your title should make people stop and pay attention to it.

Here is what #1 best-selling author Tim Ferriss says about titles:

“The 4-Hour Workweek also bothered some people and was ridiculed by others, which I took as a positive indicator. It’s not accidental that Jay Leno parodied the book on-air—the title lends itself to it, and that was by design. You can’t have strong positive responses without strong negative responses, and beware—above all—the lukewarm reception from all. ‘Oh, that’s nice. I think it’s pretty good,’ is a death sentence. “

2. Memorable & Searchable

It’s much easier to get a reaction out of someone and then be forgotten, than it is to get a reaction and also be memorable.

Remember, a book’s title is not only the first thing a reader hears about your book, it’s the one piece of information that a potential reader has that leads them back to the book itself.

If your book is recommended to them by a friend, and they can’t remember the title, then they can’t go find it in a bookstore or on Amazon. Best-selling author Scott Berkun says it well:

“Often [the title] is all a potential buyer ever gets to see, and if they can draw interest the book crosses its first of many hurdles in the improbable struggle of getting noticed. But titles only help so much. Most people hear about books the same way they hear about new bands. Or new people to meet. A friend or trusted source tells them it was good and it was called  <NAME HERE>. The title at that point serves as a moniker. It’s the thing you need to remember to get the thing you want to get and little more. “

This also means you want the book title to be easily searchable. In the world we live in, search is how people find things now. If your title does not lend itself to easy memorization and searchability on Google and Amazon, that is very bad.

3. Informative (Gives an Idea of What the Book is About)

This is the least crucial aspect for fiction titles, but very important for non-fiction. The title, including the subtitle , should give the reader some sort of idea of what the book is about.

People aren’t going to do your work for you; the easier you make it for them to understand the subject, the more likely you are to draw in the people who’d find your book interesting.

A good test is to ask yourself this: If you were to tell someone the title of your book at a party, would they have to ask what it’s about?

If so, that’s probably a bad title.

Don’t out-think yourself on your title. A title that is overly clever or unclear signals the book is for people who immediately understand the word or phrase—which makes people who don’t get it right away feel dumb (and less likely to buy the book).

By using a word or phrase that is either not immediately understandable by your desired audience or doesn’t convey the point of the book, you’re putting a huge obstacle in front of your success.

Though your title should be informative and easily understood, it doesn’t need to spell out the entire book. Take Malcolm Gladwell’s bestselling Outliers for example: this title does a great job of cuing the content of the book without describing it outright.

4. Easy & Not Embarrassing To Say

Having an easy to say title is a concept called cognitive fluency. It means people are more likely to remember and respond to words and phrases they can immediately understand and pronounce.

Without going too far into the psychological literature, the point is this: Don’t try to be sophisticated at the risk of being obscure.

It’s a basic fact of human psychology—people don’t like to feel socially awkward. If a book title is hard to pronounce, or more importantly, if it’s a phrase that sounds stupid when said out loud, it makes them far less likely to buy it, and chances are they won’t talk about it to other people.

One of the most important things to think about when picking your book title is word of mouth. Think about how people will feel about saying this book title out loud to their friends. Does it make them look smart or stupid?

The worst possible title is one that makes someone feel silly saying it out loud. For example, if the book title is something like “Why Racism Is Great,” no one is ever going to tell their friends about it, no matter how good the book is, because they have to then face the scrutiny of why they bought that book in the first place. Social context doesn’t just matter some; it matters a lot.

Take this list of bad book titles , and imagine saying any of them out loud to your friends in a serious way—you’d never do that.

Generally speaking, shorter titles are best. A short title is not only more memorable and easier to say for your target audience, it also gives space and flexibility for a better book cover. A one-word title is the best.

People get lured into crafting titles that are exacting and long-winded in an effort to make the title signal the book idea and audience. In the title, stick to the core idea. If you want to get wordy, then leave that to the subtitle.

If you can, aim to keep the main title around 5 words or less. The subtitle can offer context or tell a bit more about what the reader will learn. Cameron Herold’s book Meetings Suck has a pithy title, with a subtitle that helps the reader see why the need the book: Turning One of the Most Loathed Elements of Business into One of the Most Valuable.

How To Come Up With A Book Title

Your goals for your book determine what type of title you pick.

If you want to build a brand out of your non-fiction book, your title options are quite different than if you want to publish a racy thriller.

Let’s examine all the functions your book title can serve, and the places for potential use, before we walk you through the precise process of thinking up title ideas:

How A Book Title Can Be Used

• To sell the book to readers
• Establish the author’s authority in a subject
• Be a hook for the author to get media visibility
• Branding for a company, author, conference, or course materials
• Advertise/market the book
• Used in speeches, slides, or other in-person activities
• Used in reviews, blog posts, articles, etc.
• Something the author has to say in all their press appearances
• Become a defining part of an author’s future bio
• Decorate the cover
• Identify the Amazon/B&N listing
• Start a line of books
• Use on t-shirts, flyers, or other promotional material
• Brand a main character or character’s name (Harry Potter)

The point of this whole list is simple: Know which of these objectives apply to your book, and make sure your title can serve those objectives.

For example, if your goal is to build a brand, make sure your book title is your brand. Dave Asprey’s first diet book is called The Bulletproof Diet , because that’s his brand: Bulletproof. The book is about selling everything around the book, not just the book itself.

If your goal is authority in your field, make sure the book title sounds authoritative to whom you are trying to speak. Whimsical doesn’t work in serious academic fields, whereas serious doesn’t work in comedic fields.

If your goal is to get media attention and raise your visibility, make sure the book title l appeals to media and makes them want to cover you.

Brainstorming for titles is not a specific thing you do for an hour, but rather a long term process. It may take you months and hundreds of book title ideas to finalize your title.

But you start by simply brainstorming titles. Literally start a file and write down every working title you can think of for your book.

I know that telling someone to brainstorm is like telling someone to “be creative.” There is no best way to brainstorm, but there are a lot of best practices.

This is a list of every possible way we know of to find a good book title, complete with examples of book titles (remember, these techniques are not just for your main title, they will be the basis for your subtitles as well). Most of these are for nonfiction titles, though some can be used for novel titles.

Also, don’t be afraid to put bad titles on your brainstorm list. Bad titles actually help you–because they will get you to a good title. Here are some best practices:

Use Clever or Noteworthy Phrases From The Book

This is very common in fiction, and can work well with novel titles. It also works well with non-fiction books where the concept of the book can be summed up quickly or with one phrase.

• The Black Swan
• Lecturing Birds On Flying
• I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell

Use Both Short and Long Phrases

We usually start with a really long title and work our way down to much a short title. The goal is the main title be as short as possible—no more than 5 words—and have the subtitle offer the context and put in important keywords.

Use Relevant Keywords

For non-fiction especially, search matters. You want to make sure that when someone searches for the subject or topic of your book, it will come up on Google and Amazon. But it’s a balancing act, because you don’t want to sacrifice the authenticity of the work for what looks and feels like a search string query.

If you are unsure of this, go look on Amazon and see how often subtitles and titles use additional keywords to attract more search engine traffic.

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons In Personal Change
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
• Predictable Revenue: Turn Your Business Into A Sales Machine With The $100 Million Best Practices Of Salesforce.com

Make a Promise of a Benefit

Some of the best titles promise to help readers achieve a desired goal or get some wanted benefit. They specifically call out an end result that people want:

• How To Win Friends and Influence People
• Getting Things Done
• Think And Grow Rich

Be Simple and Direct

Some of the very best titles are just basic statements about what the book is. There is nothing wrong with this, it can work well, especially for strictly instructional books.

• Getting Past No
• The Power Of Habit

Target an Audience

As we said, people use titles to judge if the book is for them. Part of helping people understand this can be targeting them in your title. You can target specific audiences by naming them or by describing their characteristics. This works especially well if you have a series of books, and then do versions targeted to specific niches.

• What to Expect When You’re Expecting
• Physics For Future Presidents

Offer a Specific Solution to a Problem

This is very popular in the self-help and diet spaces.

You tell the reader exactly what problem your book solves in the title. This is similar to the promise of a benefit, but not the exact same thing; a benefit is something additive, like being sexy. A solution to a problem takes away something negative, like losing weight.

• Man’s Search for Meaning
• 6 Ways to Lose Belly Fat Without Exercise!
• Secrets of Closing The Sale

Use Numbers to Add Credibility

Specifics, like numbers, add credibility and urgency to your titles. The can provide structure for your information, or they can make hard things seem easier. Specificity enables people to engage the idea in a more concrete way, and gives bounded limits and certainty on time frames as well.

• The 48 Laws of Power
• The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts
• The 21 Irrefutable Laws Of Leadership

Pique The Reader’s Curiosity (But Withhold The Answer)

Using statements that seem to be impossible, unusual contrasts, or paradoxes can make readers curious about what is in the book. The idea is to make a claim or statement that seems a little far-fetched or fantastical, but promises delivery. This is very popular now with headline writing on sites like UpWorthy and ViralNova.

The iconic recent example of this with books is one we already mentioned, The 4-Hour Workweek. Everyone wants to know how to work 4 hours a week, except it seems impossible, so you pick up the book to see what that guy is talking about.

• Networking Is Not Working
• 10% Happier
• Who Moved My Cheese?

Use Metaphors or Symbols Associated With The Themes in Your Book

Humans think in symbol and metaphor. Using these powerful devices can help you create a strong title that really resonates.

The iconic metaphor-based series is “Chicken Soup for the Soul.” The title signals the warm, nurturing feeling that our culture associates with chicken soup and connects it to something else–stories that nurture your soul.

• The Untethered Soul

Use Alliteration

Alliteration is the use of the same letter at the beginning of all or most of the words in your title. This makes things easier for humans to remember.

• The Mighty Miss Malone
• A Storm Of Swords
• The Pop-Up Paradigm

Alter a Popular Phrase

This is common in book titles and tends to work well—taking a famous phrase and altering it in a way that makes sense for you book. This works because it’s close to something people know, but not exactly the same thing.

• The War of Art
• Assholes Finish First

Slang can work really well, especially if it’s used in a way that is non-intuitive but also novel.

• Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
• No Mopes Allowed: A Small Town Police Chief Rants and Babbles about Hugs and High Fives, Meth Busts, Internet Celebrity, and Other Adventures

Try cliche formats (or reversing them)

There are a ton of book-naming tropes that can work well if used correctly:

• The Art of [TOPIC]
• The Myth of [TOPIC]
• Confessions of [TOPIC]
• How to [TOPIC]
• The Joy of [TOPIC]
• The End of [TOPIC]
• The Art of Racing In The Rain
• The Myth of Male Power
• Confessions of An Economic Hitman
• How to Train Your Dragon
• The Joy of Sex
• The End of Science

Done poorly, these kinds of titles can seem cliched and cloying instead of fresh. This technique is best used when it offers a twist—but isn’t so far out that it confuses the reader.

Consider Coining a Phrase or New Word

This is very helpful, especially if you want to create a brand or company or extended product line out of your book, or brand a character name. The problem with this is that it’s not an easy thing to do. Many authors try to create new words; few succeed, so try this sparingly. The most important element of this technique is that the word is easy to say and understand.

• Essentialism

Use Amazon/Goodreads/Wikipedia For Inspiration

If you’re feeling stuck, you can always go look at how other books are named.

• Wikipedia’s list of best selling books of all time
• Goodreads list of best book titles
• Amazon’s current best selling books

Use Copywriting Manuals For Ideas

If you are truly stuck and cannot think of anything, read some books about copywriting. They are not specifically about book titling, but copywriters have to understand the sell triggers, and they will give you tons and tons of examples. These are three of the best out there:

• POP!: Create the Perfect Pitch, Title, and Tagline for Anything
• The Ultimate Sales Letter: Attract New Customers. Boost your Sales.
• Advertising Headlines That Make You Rich: Create Winning Ads, Web Pages, Sales Letters and More

Step 3: Check Copyright, Trademark, Keywords and Popularity

First off, let me very clear about this: you cannot copyright titles.

Technically, you can call your book “To Kill A Mockingbird” or “Lord Of The Rings” or even “The Holy Bible.”

That being said, copying a popular book makes it VERY hard for your book to stand out, and pretty much guarantees a lot of negative reviews from people who are not getting the book they expected.

That being said, you can trademark a title, if it is part of a larger brand. For example, the term “Bulletproof” is trademarked in the health and fitness space by Dave Asprey. You (probably) can’t title a book “The Bulletproof Diet” because it infringes on a trademark (not the copyright ).

If this is confusing, and you have a book title you think might be a trademark infringement, then talk to an IP attorney.

Also, make sure you check that the title and subtitle have the right keywords you want to address your market, and aligns with any domain and brand issues you have.

Step 4: Pick Your Favorites

At this point, you should have a long list of title ideas. Once that’s done, you can move on to the next step: picking your titles.

I cannot emphasize how important this next step is:

Everyone has opinions on book titles. Most of those opinions are stupid and wrong.

Even people who get PAID to come up with book titles (editors, publishers, etc.) are usually bad at it.

Here’s a great test as to whether or not you have a good book title: imagine one of your readers talking about your book at a party to other people.

If you can see them confidently saying the book title aloud, and the people listening nodding and immediately either understanding what the book is about based on that (and perhaps a sentence or two of explanation), or asking for a further explanation because it sounds interesting, then you’ve got a good title.

If you imagine any other reaction than this one, you need to re-think your title, and probably change it.

Remember, so much of book marketing boils down to word of mouth, and word of mouth is all about people signaling things to other people. You want your book title to inspire and motivate the right people to talk about it, because it lets them signal the right things to their friends.

Test #2: (optional) Test Actual Clicks

Here’s one of the keys to testing your titles: test both the main title and subtitle and test them in many different iterations. Usually what you’ll find is most things test about the same, while there will be one thing that clearly tests better as a title and another that clearly tests best as a subtitle.

This is a great piece about the step-by-step process of using Google Adwords to test a title.

If you have a large audience already, you can also use Survey Monkey .

For real customer feedback, I recommend using Pickfu .

I would also recommend Google Survey . This is real market testing of real people and can be done fairly cheaply.

How Not To Test Your Book Title

Most of the things authors do to test their titles are very, very bad.

For example, posting on social media is NOT TESTING YOUR TITLE. In fact, posting on social media is about the worst possible way to test a title.

Why is this?

Well, your social media friends are probably not your audience, and a tweet about the title won’t help you. And even worse, everyone on your social media has an agenda relative to the author that will often put you off-kilter.

Friends and family don’t work. Generally speaking, they want to make you happy. They don’t want to give you an objective answer. Or they want to make sure you look good, but they don’t know what will actually make you look good.

Furthermore, oftentimes colleagues will be critical—because they are jealous. It happens a lot, and they will give you bad advice , even if only unconscious.

And some authors will go to their marketing teams for title advice, which can often lead you way off-kilter. Do you know the saying that a camel is a horse designed by committee? When you start getting opinions from lots of different sources, you get the “camel effect” hardcore.

If you’re doing a non-fiction book, yes, probably so.

The way we like to frame it is that the title is the hook, and the subtitle is the explanation. The subtitle is the promise of the book.

Books need a subtitle if it’s necessary to contextualize the subject alluded to in the main title. Typically, the subtitle tells the reader some combination of what the book’s central premise is, who the book is for, and what promise the book delivers on or need it meets.

Some examples where subtitles help contextualize the title and deliver the promise of the implied title:

• The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape The 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join The New Rich: See how the title hooks you by being interesting, and the subtitle explains the premise? Very well done.
• Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead: It’s a bit long, but the same thing is going on here; the subtitle contextualizes and frames the title, which is clear, easy to understand, and say.
• Kitchen Confidential: This originally had a subtitle, “Adventures In The Culinary Underbelly,” but it was later dropped. No subtitle was needed on this work of non-fiction, because the meaning is clear, especially when paired with a picture of a chef on the front (and because it became very famous, which helps).
• The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11: This is an example of a book where the subtitle is very important. That title could mean many things, but the subtitle quickly signals what the book is about and who it’s for.

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25+ Book Review Templates and Ideas to Organize Your Thoughts

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When I was a kid I loved reading, but I hated book reports. It felt impossible to boil a book down to a few lines or even a page of writing. Besides, by the time I had to write the report, I had already forgotten a lot. It never ceases to be painful to try to pull my thoughts and opinions out of my head and put them on the page, especially in a coherent way.

As an adult, I continue to usually find writing book reviews painful . And yet, I maintain a book blog with reviews of all the (bi and lesbian) books I read. Why? For one thing, I want to raise the visibility of these books — or, in the case of a book I loathed, warn other readers of what to expect. It helps me to build community with other book lovers. It’s also a great way to force myself pay attention to how I’m feeling while I’m reading a book and what my thoughts are afterwards. I have learned to take notes as I go, so I have something to refer to by the time I write a review, and it has me notice what a book is doing well (and what it isn’t). The review at the end helps me to organize my thoughts. I also find that I remember more once I’ve written a review.

Once you’ve decided it’s worthwhile to write a review, though, how do you get started? It can be a daunting task. The good news is, book reviews can adapt to whatever you want them to be. A book review can be a tweet with a thumbs up or thumbs down emoji, maybe with a sentence or two of your thoughts; it can also be an in-depth essay on the themes of the book and its influence on literature. Most are going to fall somewhere between those two! Let go of the idea of trying to create the One True Book Review. Everyone is looking for something different, and there is space for GIF-filled squee fests about a book and thoughtful, meditative explorations of a work.

This post offers a variety of book reviews elements that you can mix and match to create a book review template that works for you. Before you get started, though, there are some questions worth addressing.

Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Book Review Template

Where will you be posting your book reviews.

An Instagram book review will likely look different from a blog book review. Consider which platform you will be using for your book review. You can adapt it for different platforms, or link to your original review, but it’s a good starting point. Instagram reviews tend to be a lot shorter than blog reviews, for instance.

Will you be using the same template every time?

Some book reviewers have a go-to book review template. Others have a different one for each genre, while another group doesn’t use a template at all and just reacts to whatever each book brings up.

Heading or no headings?

When choosing which book review elements to mix and match, you can also decide whether to include a header for each section (like Plot, Characterization, Writing, etc). Headers make reviews easier to browse, but they may not have the professional, essay-style look that you’re going for.

Why are you writing a review?

When selecting which elements to include in your review, consider what the purpose is. Do you want to better remember the plot by writing about it? You probably want to include a plot summary, then. Do you want to help readers decide whether they should read this book? A pros and cons list might be helpful. Are you trying to track something about your reading, like an attempt to read more books in translation or more books by authors of color? Are you trying to buy fewer books and read off your TBR shelf instead? These are all things you can note in a review, usually in a point-form basic information block at the beginning.

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Book Review Templates and Formats

Essay-style.

This is a multi-paragraph review, usually with no headers. It’s the same format most newspapers and academics use for book reviews. Many essay-style reviews use informal categories in their writing, often discussing setting, writing, characters, and plot in their own paragraphs. They usually also discuss the big themes/messages of a story. Here are some questions to consider when writing an essay-style review:

What is the author trying to do? Don’t evaluate a romance novel based on a mystery novel’s criteria. First try to think about what the book was attempting to do, then try to evaluate if they achieved it. You can still note if you didn’t like it, but it’s good to know what it was aiming for first.

What are some of the themes of the story? What big message should the reader take away? Did you agree with what the book seemed to be saying? Why or why not?

How is this story relevant to the world? What is it saying about the time it was written in? About human nature? About society or current issues? Depending on the book, there may be more or less to dig into here.

What did this book make you think about? It may be that the themes in the book were just a launching off point. How did they inspire your own thinking? How did this book change you?

A Classic Book Review

This is probably the most common kind of book review template. It uses a few criteria, usually including Setting, Writing, Characters, and Plot (for a novel). The review then goes into some detail about each element, describing what the book did well, and where it fell short.

The advantage of this format is that it’s very straightforward and applies to almost any fiction read. It can also be adapted–you will likely have more to say about the plot in a mystery/thriller than a character study of a novel. A drawback, though, is that it can feel limiting. You might have thoughts that don’t neatly fit into these categories, or you could feel like you don’t have enough to say about some of the categories.

Pros and Cons

A common format for a Goodreads review is some variation of pros and cons. This might be “What I Liked/What I Didn’t Like” or “Reasons to Bump This Up Your TBR/Reasons to Bump This Down On Your TBR.” This is a very flexible system that can accommodate anything from a few bullet points each to paragraphs each. It gives a good at-a-glance impression of your thoughts (more cons than pros is a pretty good indication you didn’t like it). It also is broad enough that almost all your thoughts can likely be organized into those headings.

This is also a format that is easily mix and matched with the elements listed below. A brief review might give the title, author, genre, some brief selling points of the novel, and then a pros and cons list. Some reviews also include a “verdict” at the end. An example of this format:

The Tea Dragon Society by Katie O’Neill

🌟 Fantasy All-Ages Comic 💫 Adorable pet dragons ✨ A diverse cast

Pros: This book has beautiful artwork. It is a soothing read, and all the character are supportive of each other. This is a story about friendship and kindness.

Cons: Don’t expect a fast-moving plot or a lot of conflict. This is a very gentle read.

Another approach to the review is not, strictly speaking, a book review template at all. Instead, it’s something like “5 Reasons to Read TITLE by Author” or “The # Most Shocking Plot Twists in X Series.” An advantage of this format is that it can be very to-the-point: if you want to convince people to read a book, it makes sense to just write a list of reasons they should read the book. It may also be more likely to get clicked on–traditional book reviews often get less views than more general posts.

On the other hand, listicles can come off as gimmicky or click-bait. You’ll have to decide for yourself if the book matches this format, and whether you are writing this out of genuine enthusiasm or are just trying to bend a review to be more clickable.

Your Own Original Rating System

Lots of reviewers decide to make their own review format based on what matters to them. This is often accompanied by a ratings system. For instance, the BookTube channel Book Roast uses the CAWPILE system:

CAWPILE is an acronym for the criteria she rates: Characters, Atmosphere, Writing, Plot, Intrigue, Logic, Enjoyment. Each of those are rated 1–10, and the average given is the overall rating. By making your own ratings/review system, you can prioritize what matters to you.

My favorite rating system is Njeri’s from Onyx Pages , because it shows exactly what she’s looking for from books, and it helps her to think about and speak about the things she values:

A “Live Tweet” or Chronological Review

Another format possibility is live tweeting (or updating as you go on Goodreads, or whatever your platform of choice is). This has you document your initial thoughts as you read, and it’s usually informal and often silly. You can add what you’re loving, what you’re hating, and what questions you have as you go.

This is a fun format for when you’re reading a popular book for the first time. That way, other people can cackle at how unprepared you are as you read it. This requires you to remember to always have your phone on you as you read, to get your authentic thoughts as they happen, but it saves on having to write a more in-depth review. Alternately, some people include both a “first impressions” section and a more in-depth analysis section in their final review.

Get Creative

There are plenty of book review templates to choose from and elements to mix-and-match, but you can also respond in a completely original way. You could create a work of art in response to the book! Here are some options:

• Writing a song , a short story, or a poem
• Writing a letter to the author or the main character (you don’t have to send it to the author!)
• Writing an “interview” of a character from the book, talk show style
• Making a visual response, like a collage or painting
• Making a book diorama, like your elementary school days!

Mix-and-Match Elements of a Book Review

Most book reviews are made up of a few different parts, which can be combined in lots of different ways. Here is a selection to choose from! These might also give you ideas for your own elements. Don’t take on too much, though! It can easily become an overwhelming amount of information for readers.

Information

Usually a book review starts with some basic information about the book. What you consider basic information, though, is up for interpretation! Consider what you and your audience will think is important. Here are some ideas:

• The title and author (pretty important)
• The book’s cover
• Format (audiobook, comic, poetry, etc)
• Genre (this can be broad, like SFF, or narrow, like Silkpunk or Dark Academia)
• Content warnings
• Source (where did you get the book? Was is borrowed from the library, bought, or were you sent an ARC?)
• Synopsis/plot summary (your own or the publisher’s)
• What kind of representation there is in the novel (including race, disability, LGBTQ characters, etc)
• Anything you’re tracking in your reading, including: authors of color, authors’ country, if a book is in translation, etc

Review Elements

Once you’ve established your basic information, you’re into the review itself! Some of these are small additions to a review, while others are a little more time-intensive.

Bullet point elements:

• Rating (star rating, thumbs up/down, recommend/wouldn’t recommend, or your own scale)
• Who would like it/Who wouldn’t like it
• Read-alikes (or movies and TV shows like the book)
• Describe the book using an emoji or emojis
• Describe the book using a gif or gifs
• Favorite line(s) from the book
• New vocabulary/the most beautiful words in the novel
• How it made you feel (in a sentence or two)
• One word or one sentence review
• Bullet points listing the selling points of a book
• BooksandLala’s Scary, Unsettling, and Intrigue ratings, for horror
• World-building, for fantasy and science fiction titles
• Art, for comics
• Narration, for audiobooks
• Romance, for…romance
• Heat level, for erotica

Visual elements:

• Design a graphic (usually incorporating the cover, your star rating, and some other basic info)
• Take a selfie of yourself holding the book, with your expression as the review
• Make a mood board
• Design your own book cover
• Make fan art

Elements to incorporate into a review:

• Quick/initial thoughts (often while reading or immediately after reading), then a more in-depth review (common on Goodreads)
• A list of facts about the book or a character from the book
• Book club questions about the book
• Spoiler/non-spoiler sections
• Research: look up interviews with the author and critique of the book, incorporate it (cited!) into your review
• Links to other resources, such as interviews or other reviews — especially #OwnVoices reviews
• A story of your own, whether it’s your experience reading the book, or something it reminded you of

This is not a complete list! There are so many ways to write a book review, and it should reflect your own relationship with books, as well as your audience. If you’re looking for more ways to keep track of your reading, you’ll also like 50+ Beautiful Bujo Spread Ideas to Track Your Reading .

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What this handout is about.

This handout will help you write a book review, a report or essay that offers a critical perspective on a text. It offers a process and suggests some strategies for writing book reviews.

What is a review?

A review is a critical evaluation of a text, event, object, or phenomenon. Reviews can consider books, articles, entire genres or fields of literature, architecture, art, fashion, restaurants, policies, exhibitions, performances, and many other forms. This handout will focus on book reviews. For a similar assignment, see our handout on literature reviews .

Above all, a review makes an argument. The most important element of a review is that it is a commentary, not merely a summary. It allows you to enter into dialogue and discussion with the work’s creator and with other audiences. You can offer agreement or disagreement and identify where you find the work exemplary or deficient in its knowledge, judgments, or organization. You should clearly state your opinion of the work in question, and that statement will probably resemble other types of academic writing, with a thesis statement, supporting body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Typically, reviews are brief. In newspapers and academic journals, they rarely exceed 1000 words, although you may encounter lengthier assignments and extended commentaries. In either case, reviews need to be succinct. While they vary in tone, subject, and style, they share some common features:

• First, a review gives the reader a concise summary of the content. This includes a relevant description of the topic as well as its overall perspective, argument, or purpose.
• Second, and more importantly, a review offers a critical assessment of the content. This involves your reactions to the work under review: what strikes you as noteworthy, whether or not it was effective or persuasive, and how it enhanced your understanding of the issues at hand.
• Finally, in addition to analyzing the work, a review often suggests whether or not the audience would appreciate it.

Becoming an expert reviewer: three short examples

Reviewing can be a daunting task. Someone has asked for your opinion about something that you may feel unqualified to evaluate. Who are you to criticize Toni Morrison’s new book if you’ve never written a novel yourself, much less won a Nobel Prize? The point is that someone—a professor, a journal editor, peers in a study group—wants to know what you think about a particular work. You may not be (or feel like) an expert, but you need to pretend to be one for your particular audience. Nobody expects you to be the intellectual equal of the work’s creator, but your careful observations can provide you with the raw material to make reasoned judgments. Tactfully voicing agreement and disagreement, praise and criticism, is a valuable, challenging skill, and like many forms of writing, reviews require you to provide concrete evidence for your assertions.

Consider the following brief book review written for a history course on medieval Europe by a student who is fascinated with beer:

Judith Bennett’s Ale, Beer, and Brewsters in England: Women’s Work in a Changing World, 1300-1600, investigates how women used to brew and sell the majority of ale drunk in England. Historically, ale and beer (not milk, wine, or water) were important elements of the English diet. Ale brewing was low-skill and low status labor that was complimentary to women’s domestic responsibilities. In the early fifteenth century, brewers began to make ale with hops, and they called this new drink “beer.” This technique allowed brewers to produce their beverages at a lower cost and to sell it more easily, although women generally stopped brewing once the business became more profitable.

The student describes the subject of the book and provides an accurate summary of its contents. But the reader does not learn some key information expected from a review: the author’s argument, the student’s appraisal of the book and its argument, and whether or not the student would recommend the book. As a critical assessment, a book review should focus on opinions, not facts and details. Summary should be kept to a minimum, and specific details should serve to illustrate arguments.

Now consider a review of the same book written by a slightly more opinionated student:

Judith Bennett’s Ale, Beer, and Brewsters in England: Women’s Work in a Changing World, 1300-1600 was a colossal disappointment. I wanted to know about the rituals surrounding drinking in medieval England: the songs, the games, the parties. Bennett provided none of that information. I liked how the book showed ale and beer brewing as an economic activity, but the reader gets lost in the details of prices and wages. I was more interested in the private lives of the women brewsters. The book was divided into eight long chapters, and I can’t imagine why anyone would ever want to read it.

There’s no shortage of judgments in this review! But the student does not display a working knowledge of the book’s argument. The reader has a sense of what the student expected of the book, but no sense of what the author herself set out to prove. Although the student gives several reasons for the negative review, those examples do not clearly relate to each other as part of an overall evaluation—in other words, in support of a specific thesis. This review is indeed an assessment, but not a critical one.

Here is one final review of the same book:

One of feminism’s paradoxes—one that challenges many of its optimistic histories—is how patriarchy remains persistent over time. While Judith Bennett’s Ale, Beer, and Brewsters in England: Women’s Work in a Changing World, 1300-1600 recognizes medieval women as historical actors through their ale brewing, it also shows that female agency had its limits with the advent of beer. I had assumed that those limits were religious and political, but Bennett shows how a “patriarchal equilibrium” shut women out of economic life as well. Her analysis of women’s wages in ale and beer production proves that a change in women’s work does not equate to a change in working women’s status. Contemporary feminists and historians alike should read Bennett’s book and think twice when they crack open their next brewsky.

This student’s review avoids the problems of the previous two examples. It combines balanced opinion and concrete example, a critical assessment based on an explicitly stated rationale, and a recommendation to a potential audience. The reader gets a sense of what the book’s author intended to demonstrate. Moreover, the student refers to an argument about feminist history in general that places the book in a specific genre and that reaches out to a general audience. The example of analyzing wages illustrates an argument, the analysis engages significant intellectual debates, and the reasons for the overall positive review are plainly visible. The review offers criteria, opinions, and support with which the reader can agree or disagree.

Developing an assessment: before you write

There is no definitive method to writing a review, although some critical thinking about the work at hand is necessary before you actually begin writing. Thus, writing a review is a two-step process: developing an argument about the work under consideration, and making that argument as you write an organized and well-supported draft. See our handout on argument .

What follows is a series of questions to focus your thinking as you dig into the work at hand. While the questions specifically consider book reviews, you can easily transpose them to an analysis of performances, exhibitions, and other review subjects. Don’t feel obligated to address each of the questions; some will be more relevant than others to the book in question.

• What is the thesis—or main argument—of the book? If the author wanted you to get one idea from the book, what would it be? How does it compare or contrast to the world you know? What has the book accomplished?
• What exactly is the subject or topic of the book? Does the author cover the subject adequately? Does the author cover all aspects of the subject in a balanced fashion? What is the approach to the subject (topical, analytical, chronological, descriptive)?
• How does the author support their argument? What evidence do they use to prove their point? Do you find that evidence convincing? Why or why not? Does any of the author’s information (or conclusions) conflict with other books you’ve read, courses you’ve taken or just previous assumptions you had of the subject?
• How does the author structure their argument? What are the parts that make up the whole? Does the argument make sense? Does it persuade you? Why or why not?
• How has this book helped you understand the subject? Would you recommend the book to your reader?

Beyond the internal workings of the book, you may also consider some information about the author and the circumstances of the text’s production:

• Who is the author? Nationality, political persuasion, training, intellectual interests, personal history, and historical context may provide crucial details about how a work takes shape. Does it matter, for example, that the biographer was the subject’s best friend? What difference would it make if the author participated in the events they write about?
• What is the book’s genre? Out of what field does it emerge? Does it conform to or depart from the conventions of its genre? These questions can provide a historical or literary standard on which to base your evaluations. If you are reviewing the first book ever written on the subject, it will be important for your readers to know. Keep in mind, though, that naming “firsts”—alongside naming “bests” and “onlys”—can be a risky business unless you’re absolutely certain.

Writing the review

Once you have made your observations and assessments of the work under review, carefully survey your notes and attempt to unify your impressions into a statement that will describe the purpose or thesis of your review. Check out our handout on thesis statements . Then, outline the arguments that support your thesis.

Your arguments should develop the thesis in a logical manner. That logic, unlike more standard academic writing, may initially emphasize the author’s argument while you develop your own in the course of the review. The relative emphasis depends on the nature of the review: if readers may be more interested in the work itself, you may want to make the work and the author more prominent; if you want the review to be about your perspective and opinions, then you may structure the review to privilege your observations over (but never separate from) those of the work under review. What follows is just one of many ways to organize a review.

Introduction

Since most reviews are brief, many writers begin with a catchy quip or anecdote that succinctly delivers their argument. But you can introduce your review differently depending on the argument and audience. The Writing Center’s handout on introductions can help you find an approach that works. In general, you should include:

• The name of the author and the book title and the main theme.
• Relevant details about who the author is and where they stand in the genre or field of inquiry. You could also link the title to the subject to show how the title explains the subject matter.
• The context of the book and/or your review. Placing your review in a framework that makes sense to your audience alerts readers to your “take” on the book. Perhaps you want to situate a book about the Cuban revolution in the context of Cold War rivalries between the United States and the Soviet Union. Another reviewer might want to consider the book in the framework of Latin American social movements. Your choice of context informs your argument.
• The thesis of the book. If you are reviewing fiction, this may be difficult since novels, plays, and short stories rarely have explicit arguments. But identifying the book’s particular novelty, angle, or originality allows you to show what specific contribution the piece is trying to make.
• Your thesis about the book.

Summary of content

This should be brief, as analysis takes priority. In the course of making your assessment, you’ll hopefully be backing up your assertions with concrete evidence from the book, so some summary will be dispersed throughout other parts of the review.

The necessary amount of summary also depends on your audience. Graduate students, beware! If you are writing book reviews for colleagues—to prepare for comprehensive exams, for example—you may want to devote more attention to summarizing the book’s contents. If, on the other hand, your audience has already read the book—such as a class assignment on the same work—you may have more liberty to explore more subtle points and to emphasize your own argument. See our handout on summary for more tips.

Analysis and evaluation of the book

Your analysis and evaluation should be organized into paragraphs that deal with single aspects of your argument. This arrangement can be challenging when your purpose is to consider the book as a whole, but it can help you differentiate elements of your criticism and pair assertions with evidence more clearly. You do not necessarily need to work chronologically through the book as you discuss it. Given the argument you want to make, you can organize your paragraphs more usefully by themes, methods, or other elements of the book. If you find it useful to include comparisons to other books, keep them brief so that the book under review remains in the spotlight. Avoid excessive quotation and give a specific page reference in parentheses when you do quote. Remember that you can state many of the author’s points in your own words.

Sum up or restate your thesis or make the final judgment regarding the book. You should not introduce new evidence for your argument in the conclusion. You can, however, introduce new ideas that go beyond the book if they extend the logic of your own thesis. This paragraph needs to balance the book’s strengths and weaknesses in order to unify your evaluation. Did the body of your review have three negative paragraphs and one favorable one? What do they all add up to? The Writing Center’s handout on conclusions can help you make a final assessment.

Finally, a few general considerations:

• Review the book in front of you, not the book you wish the author had written. You can and should point out shortcomings or failures, but don’t criticize the book for not being something it was never intended to be.
• With any luck, the author of the book worked hard to find the right words to express her ideas. You should attempt to do the same. Precise language allows you to control the tone of your review.
• Never hesitate to challenge an assumption, approach, or argument. Be sure, however, to cite specific examples to back up your assertions carefully.
• Try to present a balanced argument about the value of the book for its audience. You’re entitled—and sometimes obligated—to voice strong agreement or disagreement. But keep in mind that a bad book takes as long to write as a good one, and every author deserves fair treatment. Harsh judgments are difficult to prove and can give readers the sense that you were unfair in your assessment.
• A great place to learn about book reviews is to look at examples. The New York Times Sunday Book Review and The New York Review of Books can show you how professional writers review books.

Works consulted

We consulted these works while writing this handout. This is not a comprehensive list of resources on the handout’s topic, and we encourage you to do your own research to find additional publications. Please do not use this list as a model for the format of your own reference list, as it may not match the citation style you are using. For guidance on formatting citations, please see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial . We revise these tips periodically and welcome feedback.

Drewry, John. 1974. Writing Book Reviews. Boston: Greenwood Press.

Hoge, James. 1987. Literary Reviewing. Charlottesville: University Virginia of Press.

Sova, Dawn, and Harry Teitelbaum. 2002. How to Write Book Reports , 4th ed. Lawrenceville, NY: Thomson/Arco.

Walford, A.J. 1986. Reviews and Reviewing: A Guide. Phoenix: Oryx Press.

You may reproduce it for non-commercial use if you use the entire handout and attribute the source: The Writing Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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How to Create Brilliant Book Titles (With Examples)

A good book title can mean the difference between a bestseller and a lifeless shelf-dweller.  

If you don’t believe me, look up  First Hundred Million  by editor E. Haldeman-Julius. He explains that changing just the book title can rocket a book from selling 6,000 copies a year to 50,000 copies a year. 

In this post I’m going to give you a list of great book titles, but I’m also going to give you some information that will help you choose the best title for  your  book. 

The title is what people see first. It’s what they remember when they go home to look the book up. It’s what they say when they recommend the book to others. It’s the most important marketing decision that a writer can make because, while a good title can’t make a book popular, it can certainly keep a book from getting sold. 

Yes, a book’s cover art is important, but there are some books that, once readers see the title, think, “Hmm, now that sounds interesting.” And they pick the book up. 

That  is what we’re after. Cover artists and publishers can decide on the art, but  you  are responsible for  your  book’s title – especially in the case of self-publishing. 

A Good Book Title Is: 

• Unique A unique title captures the essence of the book, stakes out new territory in the arms race of book naming, and provokes curiosity. Upon reading or hearing it, a person should get an idea of what your book is about without entirely knowing what’s inside.   Example:  The Forest of Hands and Teeth . Have you ever heard of a book like that? And don’t you want to find out more?
• Catches the reader’s attention  Think of Dave Egger’s book You Shall Know Our Velocity . I love that title! It’s so energetic. Imagine someone walking in a bookstore, passing by hundreds of books. How can your title stand out among the rest? How can it provoke curiosity?
• Easily remembered Unique titles that catch the reader’s attention should also be easily remembered.  Most easily remembered books are pleasant sounding to the ear, short, and unique.  Pride and Prejudice  is a good example. A bad example would be Then We Came to the End by Joshua Ferris. Nobody could remember that title. Nobody. Everyone came into bookstores asking for “The Office Book.”
• Easily pronounced  A good title is easily pronounced because that plays a part in being easily remembered as well as how often a reader may talk about your book. This is a movie example rather than a book, but remember the Jennifer Lopez/Ben Affleck disaster that was Gigli ? That could have been the best movie in the world and it still would have flopped because no one knows how to pronounce Gigli.
• Avoids confusion with other books Two books last year had very similar titles: “Girl on a Train” and “The Girl on the Train.” The latter was a best seller. The former was not, but got lots of sales simply by confusion. You want to choose a title which is unique from other books, unless you have a plan to draft off a super-popular book. Discoverability is a big deal, especially for self-published writers. You want people to be able to find your book, and not a book that just sounds like it.

Your title may not contain all of these characteristics, but it should at least be a combination of two or three. 

Titling Nonfiction Books  

Nonfiction titles should get straight to the point of the content (this includes blog posts, articles, etc.). 

For example: if you tell someone the title of your nonfiction book and they have to ask what it is about, you probably need to change the title. 

If you have a great eye-catching title that doesn’t quite get to the point, consider a subtitle . 

Discoverability is the “Good Title” characteristic most important for nonfiction works. Keywords are essential. You want your book to pop right up when someone types in their problem. If you want to tell someone how to plant a garden, consider titling your book, “How to Plant a Garden.”  

Check to be sure that your chosen title isn’t already used because that can create unnecessary confusion and competition.   

It wouldn’t surprise me if “How to Plant a Garden” is already taken, so consider adding or shifting around the words. This is also where subtitling could be considered. 

Examples:   

• The Best Way to Plant a Garden. 
• Gardening Made Simple and Easy 
• 6 Steps to the Perfect Garden 
• Gardening Advice 
• The Perfect Harvest: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting the Perfect Garden 

Making the title unique without tarnishing its discoverability is probably one of the best things a nonfiction writer can do. 

Dale Carnegie achieved this with his bestselling novel, “ How to Win Friends and Influence People .” This title is much less boring than “How to Be a Leader.” 

Titling Fiction (Novels & Short Stories)

Fiction differs from nonfiction in that titles should rarely get straight to the point. They instead should be mysterious and thought provoking, inducing curiosity. Fiction titles should lead a reader to pick up your book, not because they need a solution to a problem or information on a matter, but because they are curious.  

Now, whether they buy or not depends on the content, but the title is what provokes them. 

I also offer advice on writing the inside of your book (imagine that!).

If you want advice on novel plotting, characterization, pacing, theme or a hundred other topics, you should definitely check out my post on HOW TO WRITE A BESTSELLING NOVEL.

Click that link above to have your mind blown with novel possibilities.

Titles come in all shapes and forms. 

Single words: 

• Endurance 
• Atonement 
• Allegiant 
• Nevermore 
• Boneshaker 

Poetry: 

• The Fault in Our Stars 
• For Whom the Bells Toll 

Famous Sayings: 

• Liberty or Death 
• Double Jeopardy 
• Till Death Do Us Part 

Quotes From Within the Book: 

• To Kill a Mockingbird 
• Gone With the Wind 
• Monsters of Men 
• Their Eyes Were Watching God 

Wordplay: 

• Of Mice and Men 
• Pride and Prejudice 
• I Capture the Castle 
• Sally After Sal 

Opposing Subjects: 

• War and Peace 
• Love and Hate  
• Angels and Demons 

There are hundreds of examples. Simply look at your favorite book and ask yourself why that title sounds interesting. Now, think of how the author might have come up with that. Use that same technique. 

How to Come Up With a Title 

I am going to give you a list , but read this anyway in case you don’t like any of my ideas. 

1. Brainstorm. 

You are a writer. You are your own best source of creativity. Your best ideas are going to come from inside your pretty little head, so use it. Sit down and think of all the interesting titles that come to your mind. Ask yourself what your book is truly about, and give an answer in three or four words. Use lines of poetry. Use song lyrics. Use quotes from your own book. Look up title generators and, while you may not use the exact title, you can find inspiration by combining different words and such. Here’s a list of the best title generators , and they are organized by genre. Ask your friends and family for ideas. Use  every  resource available to you.  

2. Write them all down.

Do this for a couple of days or until your creativity bank has run completely dry, then go back through and pick out the top ten.  

3. Next, take it down to five.

Use the requirements listed under “Good Book Title” in the first portion of the article. Is it catchy? Memorable? Easy to find on the internet? 

4. You have two choices at this point.

• You can either begin asking others which title they think is best – it’s best to use an unbiased survey with people you don’t know very well who are within your target audience. (See below.)
• Or you can scratch everything and go through steps 1 – 3 again. Some ideas for testing these titles include: Facebook polls  – Find a book group, list your titles, and see which gets the most votes. Facebook ads  – Create an ad for each title and see which gets the most clicks. Google Adwords  – Same as the Facebook ads including the use of keywords to make sure only your target audience is polled.   

Rules to Remember 

• Don’t use Identical Titles . While titles cannot be copyrighted, the same rules for using identical titles apply just about anywhere. It is  not  recommended. Don’t name your book  The Holy Bible, Harry Potter , or  The  Lord of the Rings hoping to catch some readers deceptively. If a reader stumbles across your book when searching for the other identically named book, imagine how upset they may get and what that could mean for your book’s reputation. You may not even mean to copy a title. This is why research is so important: because even if the other identically named book isn’t famous, having the same title will hurt your discoverability.
• Stick with your genre . A book with the title of “Thy Mystery of the Blonde Lady” should be for a mystery book – not a thriller. Likewise, “The Devil’s Woods,” isn’t a very suitable title for a romance novel. Again, do  research . (I know. This is much more work than just slopping down some words on the cover of your masterpiece.) Find successful books in your genre and see what they are titled.
• Don’t use derogatory language . You may think that adding some explicit language to your book title will add shock appeal and will do a better job at grabbing attention. It may certainly grab people’s attention, but it may not be the attention you want.  Many people become uncomfortable  because of this sort of language, and they will avoid your book specifically for this reason.  Books with titles like these will probably not get recommended as often because readers may not want to say the words out loud, admit that they are reading such a book, or have to go into a detailed explanation as to why they were reading such a book in the first place.
• Avoid Titles with negative themes . Names such as: Why Slavery is Necessary, Racism is a Good Thing, and How Murdering My Children Set Me Free are all examples of terrible titles for obvious reasons. 

The moment you’ve been waiting for. I’ve composed a list of titles that I’ve come up with over the years by using the exact same tips and rules I’ve given to you. (Sometimes, interesting titles even inspire writers to write something based around it, and how awesome is that?) Feel free to use these, but let me know because I’d love to see if any of my ideas have helped you.  

A List of 44 Great Original Titles

• The Stars Tonight 
• A Guide to Courteous Thievery 
• Ashes, Ashes, We All Fall Down 
• Dark Days Under a Black Sun 
• Darkness is Fallen 
• Shattered Pieces 
• Unmasked 
• Remember Me 
• The Sound of Light 
• Long Far Away 
• Resonance 
• Asterism 
• Into the Abyss 
• Firedance 
• Evenstar 
• The Kings of Old 
• Legend 
• Burned 
• Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves 
• Some Nightmares are Beautiful 
• Walls of Fire 
• The Polite Murderer 
• The Windrunner 
• Renegade 
• Evanescent 
• Winter Ark 
• Eventide 
• Blood Roses 
• Those Who Play With Demons 
• Wintertide 
• The Friend of Death 
• Two Roads 
• Crimson Sky 
• Emerald Dream 
• Ashes and Snow 
• Blood Moon 
• One Last Hundred Chances 
• Heaven’s Demons and Earth’s Angels 
• The Stars Have Eyes 
• Twenty-one 
• I Heard it Once, Long Ago 
• Golden Girl 
• Why She Said Yes 
• From the Ashes We will Rise 

I have no idea if any of these titles have already been used. I hope not, but do your research just in case. Good luck and be sure to check out our writing courses . 

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124 comments

Hey Christian, great article and thanks for the mention of the Book Title Generators list.

Superb ideas, I am already brainstorming. May be there should be an activity – give a book title to someone and ask them to imagine a brief plot of the book

Hello Christian, I very much enjoyed your article. I am retired ENT surgeon and written my autobiography. Please any catchy book title. Thanks Sat Mehta

How about: The Life of Sat Mehta Sat Mehta: Tales of an EMT Surgeon

ENTer the theatre

Under the Knife

Great article . Any suggestions for my upcoming book on violence again hospitals health workers This is from India Thank you

Cool thoughts. Thanks for providing that list to peruse. The one I like is “The Sound of Light”; has that synesthesia thing going for it.

Yeah, a bit like Terry Pratchett’s ‘The Colour of Magic’

All are marvelous. But, “Heaven’s Demons and Earth’s Angel’s” sound more Superb to me. Great Job.

Hello, there. Thank you for the… 5 posts (maybe more?) I’ve read so far. Honestly, a forced brainstorm is a nightmare. However, these 44 Title ideas are a lifesaver: it really helped me brainstorm! Less than half of my books had names. Now, I’ve got a good list of names to all of them, all thanks to you. My favorites were #2, #4, #19, #23, #31, #39 (they helped me create new original titles). Keep up the awesome work!

Hi there! I will take just any good idea. I’m writing a script about anorexia but don’t want to just name it “Anorexia” because that is very bold and obvious for a title. I’d really appreciate some help. Thanks!

Hi! I’m not the author of this post, but I had some ides what I saw this. I have a friend who struggled with (not very severe) anorexia, and when she said some things they really struck hard, so here are a few ideas I had: Empty, Ignore the Hunger, The Hunger is an Addiction. this may help you come up with some ideas of your own!

Lies of A Reflection

Mirrors sometimes lie

The Weight Of Hunger

I know that carrot will hurt me.

Am new to writing and this book is long overdue. and Am writing a book about my life, my struggles, my pain, my loss, my victory, where I am at present and what ot took. It is basically about rising from the ashes, irrespective of. I want a book to enpower, motivate, mentor, and encourage people especially targeted at women folk and anyone having a hard time, facing difficult times and cant really see light at the end of the tunnel. I dont want use obvious names. Any suggestions? Anyone?

My Becoming

“My Becoming” sounds a lot like Michelle Obama’s book “Becoming” though

Hi, there! i’m writing a short story about a topic that is pretty close to me, mental illness to be pretty exact. i don’t want my title to be bland and cliche, i want it to pop out and catch attention, and with the topic i’m writing about i do not want the title to imply that the story is a joke, any suggestions? thank you!

Lemon tears?

Depression?

Hi, I am thinking of writing a book on parenting on substance abuse and my target group should be the youths. Please is it possible to help me with a nice short and catchy title of the book. I would be glad you did. Thank you

“The Windrunner” is too similar to “The Kiterunner” IMO, which is a bestseller.

The High Life

Great article. I don’t usually have any trouble coming up with a title and I rarely come up with more ideas than 2-3 per book. I really like some of your suggestions at the end, especially 2,3,4,6,19,20,22,37 and 41.

Hi, Good article. I thinking of writing a book about my struggles, and how I’m overcoming them one step at a time by the help of the most high. Am always writing, short stories of my daily life & quotes. Keep doing your awesome work. Any suggestions. Thank you.

For SOFIA STERLING: How about, OUCH !! with a front cover picture of a fire-walker stepping on a bed of hot coals, with a subtitle of ”DARING TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP? just a thought, good luck .. Gerry. ‘PS, do not mention God or any sort of religious words, a HUGE turn-off’.___________ (2) CHIZOBA ETUKA. ”Needles do more than, get to the point”….. (3) ASHLEY… I might have exaggerated a little when I said I was sane…. (4)SHO. How about, ” My journey to the next station” showing a picture of a rail tunnel, rail lines and the light at the end…. (5)SAMREEN… ”Slimming, without showing my ribs”

Wow thank you so much for this article! I find this very useful!

Scripting a Hunger Ignored

THANKSfor the kick in the pants you got me going on a name that pops”TEACH YOUR DINOSAUR TO FLY” is the one that I settled upon

i’m writting a book on answer to all absurd hypothetical questions. could you pls help me get the title.

For YASWANT, a title I can come up with for you, The Ifs, Ands, or Buts. Good luck!

Wow those are some good titles there! Thanks for the article Fox! These are some of the hardest points, though, to a story! Title can make or break your book XD. I find that making titles comes easy to me though. And yes a title can generate a whole story just from it.

Thomas Rogers that is a fine title to a book! It kinda says, “Oh I want to see what this is about”

Good luck on your titles all who are writing some now!

Hi, I wrote a story of my school days and my love in school days. I was not a good student. All girls used to hate me. All teachers had have frustrated due to my bad behaviour. But she was in love with me. But due to some reason we didn’t married. Now she is married with some one else. Me to married and living happily. My wife’s love turned me to forget my first love. Wife’s sacrifices became greater. And in school days all opinion about me turned into positive at the end of school days. This is a what about my story. Kindly suggest me effective tittle.

For SHRIKRISHNA, might I suggest, Can You See Me? Good Luck!

Echoes Of My Past or Echoes Of that Boy I Use To Be or Past Opportunities Forgotten or Affairs of My Youth

The Missed Chance or My Missed Chance

Imperfect me

Thank You for writing this article. It gave me great ideas

Hi everyone 🙂 I am embarking on my first book and it is an erotic classy novel part fiction but based on life experiences. In a nutshell about meeting a soulmate only twice in life but impacted forever….the love wont die…the passion is insane….what should I name it?

What about, “Passion” or, “Only Twice?”

Think about this one too, “Love is for eternity,” or “Love is Immortal.”

Contact me at [email protected] if you like anything and want more, because that’s what I do…all of you people.

Sin and Sinuous

HI guys I am writing a book which is a thriller genre and i was searching for good book titles and i you know went into some sites and i was not 100% satisfied.. But this site is the best like i have made over 5 books and i am going to publish it and Thank god I saw this site… I have got good titles… Awesome Keep going on!

A wonderful piece you got there. It’s been super helpful

I am working on a book with a tittle SLEEPINESS MY ENEMY. This is a motivational book which i would like to recommend it to students and to every worker because sleepiness has hindered many students a comfortable study.Please i need help, i want to know if the book can make sense

Hello! I am writing a story similar to “Mother Tongue” by Amy Tan in the way that I am writing about my different uses of languages, slangs, and accents I have unknowingly used throughout my life. It’s going to be about how I have used many different ways of speaking such as the way I speak to my peers, my family, and in school

If you don’t have a title already, it could be, Word of Mouth or Word of My Mouth

Hello, a great article I was looking for. Really interesting and informative. It helped to brainstorm great ideas for titles. Thank you for sharing all these things

thanks for the good ideas I am writing Arabic story’s about Continents of the world, Antarctica will be the most important one , I am thinking to call it Mama Antarctica , is it good one or shall I search for anther . I have a story called Mama olive it will be published within a week … so I shoos Mama Antarctica . hope to hear from you

I’m writing a story on elves, faeries, warlocks, wizards, troll, and so on but I dint know what to name could you please help me? thank you.

The Untold Stories Of The World? Good luck!

Could it be, The Secrets of The Woods

Hi my name is Layal Jaffal and I really like your ideas it is really good but I think you should move to the next step my book is about horror, love, fear, jealousy, friendship, and confidence

A good name Evelyn Mae is eds

Thanks for the book title generators list. It really helped me a lot.

Dark days under a black sun…using that ..thanks so much

Hello all, my name is Jasmine. I am a young writer and let me say, this piece helped me a ton. I am currently writing a love story, it is part fantasy, but the reality of drugs, gangs, and life tests the strength of their love. Any title ideas? Thanks!

Reality is the lie in truth? (I’m not the best at titles)

Heyyy.. there is a story out there called ‘thirteen reasons why’ .. you could go somewhere down that line .. or something like ‘love conquers reality’ .. or ‘Love shaped my future’ or … ‘tried love’ .. a few options.. sorry not the best at this kind of thing >_<

I am trying to come up with a title for a story about a young boy overcoming his negative self concept and learning to love himself.

By identifying the positive qualities within

I loved the ideas! I am a very young writer, so these really helped me! I am trying to write a book about an older teenage girl who has a gambling addict, and I thought up some ideas. I’d really like your feedback on them! “The Dealing of Poker Chips” or “The Sound Made of Nothing” If you guys have any other title ideas I’d love to hear them.

It should really be “The Dealing of Cards” but, in my book there’s a twist, so I wanted it to be poker chips instead of cards

So I’m writing this book about how a mother’s mistake affect her child’s love life any help on the title?

Hello! I’m currently writing a book, it’s about a girlfriend looking for her lost boyfriend. Their childhood friends help, and secrets reveal along the way, it’s romance but it’s also a mystery. Any titles you have in mind? Thank you!

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Two Roads is already a book. I was reading just a few minutes before I read this article. It is by Joseph Bruchac. I just wanted to let anybody who was thinking of using the name know.

1-My mother left me at 6 months, rejected me 7 times. 2-Trusted a family member, but turn out to be my kidnaper and molester 3-I saved my father’s life and health when everyone abandon him. 4-I visited a UNHCR office for 18 months 6-6pm Mon-Friday to get a chance to come overseas. Yes am here. Please help me to find chapter tittles for the above numbers. Thank you million times.

2-Hidden Horridness

4-I’m not sure I don’t know what a UNCHR office is

I hope this helps

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Hey, I was wondering if anyone could help me come up with a name for my book. It is an adventure/fantasy book about a girl named Fern Griffin and her friend Nitza Sage. They find an underground maze in their town and a bunch of stuff happened and their are witches and dragons and stuff. There is a blade called the Snakeroot blade that takes a big part in the book and I was thinking something related to that? I don’t know, anything helps. Thanks!

Snakeroots and Secrets?

I’m writing a story about a girl who meets who she thinks is her soulmate and starts a new amazing job. Basically, her life is going great. But then her boyfriend starts acting weird and she finds out that he has been cheating. So she gets drunk, and buys a gun. She gets home and catches him in the act and shoots. The neighbors here the commotion and call the cops, she gets arrested. She then appears in court, where the reader finds out that she did not, in fact, kill her boyfriend but shot him in the arm. She is found guilty of attempted murder and the book ends there. All title ideas are welcome and criticism is greatly appreciated.

Loved No Longer Not The One Wrong Things Soulmates Hope I gave you some ideas!

Thank you so much that was very helpful but i decided to go with the title ‘Guilty’ because that is the last word in the story.

Trying to give a title to my war/romance story. A girl called Adelle Yorke gets separated from her brother Harris and their parents and she has to live with a nasty farmer and his horrible wife. They have a son, Karl Blake, who she falls in love with. They run away together to help wounded soldiers. Harris turns up and they learn that the Blake’s farm has been bombed. Karl, Adelle and Harris return to the city to Adelle and Harris’ parents house, but it no longer exists. They then search for Adelle’s parents and end up in a German camp. They manage to escape with a few other people from the camp. The group sticks together and gets smaller as people find their families. Finally only Adelle, Karl and Harris remain, still searching. The story ends there, but I may change it. Will be majorly grateful if someone could give me a few ideas. Thanks guys!

I think thats a perfect place to leave it and could it be called ‘Remember Me’ Good Luck! 🙂

I don’t know, but the searching thing seems to play a big part. However, when they go to their destinations, there’s nothing good awaiting them. What about something about searching (like ‘Searching for Nothing’ or something like that)?

Actually yeah thata much better than mine.

I’m writing a “how to” book. Guide for Creating a Saint Joseph Altar. Seems to boring. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. [email protected] Thank you Viva San Giuseppe

Well I read somewhere that St. Joseph’s colours are gold and red and that the flower that is associated with him is the lilly so you could do something to do with that. Hope this helps. 🙂

Hi, great article. So here’s the thing. My story is fantasy slash mystery revolving around a girl who finds her life trajectory change when she finds on her sixteenth birthday that she infact is one of the 12 heirs to the kingdom of Atricia. This kingdom lies hidden in the south pole and connects different parallel lands where all possible creatures that you can think exist. There is a romantic twist to it and the story line is quite humourous and light hearted but filled with unexpected turns. Any suggestions? Advices and critics are welcome too. I am a very young writer so that will be of great help. Thank you.

Hi i want help i am writing story about bad attitude so please someone help me to choose title name i think WORLD REALIZE AFTER LOST EVERYTHING is good or bad?

I personally don’t understand the ‘WORLD REALIZE AFTER LOST EVERYTHING’ but it is your book and you should go with whatever you think is right. I’m not exactly sure of what your book is about but i thought of ‘The Cost Of A Bad Attitude’ or something like that.

Looking for a powerful title for an exceptional book for the carer of someone with Alzheimers disease. Its very detailed practical and helpful advice. A reader will get to see the sufferer from a new perspective and understand his/her actions and therefore react appropriately. Much info also on where to get help etc. Its a guide, or companion but trying to go beyond the common A guide or companion for the caregiver. Thank you.

Hi, I am searching for a title for a story of my life. Basically I was raised in a children’s home from the age of 6 to 16 years with my 4 siblings whom my father paid to keep us all together. (My Mother walked out on us all for another man). My mother visited us twice in10 years and we never saw her again as she went on and had another 5 kids!. The cruelty endured at times was sadistic inhumane and cruel. I made a vow somehow that I would do good with my life. I secretly applied to go to college, got accepted, then went on to university. Eventually went in the corporate world, worked my way up to the top. Cannot think of a title, so if anyone can help with a title, I will be incredibly grateful. Many thanks J

Hi am writing a story about a girl who has a problem with both math and God but through her tutor he teaches her how to be able to love and trust God and also become better at math. Can anybody give me a suggestion . Thanks

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Is there somewhere I can go to test a book title?

Im writing an Avengers fanfic where the main character becomes the daughter of Sam Wilson (Old Falcon, New Captain America) she has the powers of teleportation, control over the elements and creation of forcefield. Her name is Sapphire Angel.

“The Stars Have Eyes” is a work of science fiction by Thomas Farmer published in 2018.

Hey! I am writing a short story about this group of friends on spring break. and then one of the friends snaps and kills everyone else and ends with none of that happened in real-time. she’s in a mental institute and is writing in a journal. ANy ideas for a title. anything would be appreciated

Great write up. Gave a lot of insights Thank you

Hey guys… I’m writing an Anthology. It consists of poems about passion, strength, nature and being firm but I’m stuck for a title. Would really appreciate if anyone can help me out

Hi, I am writing a book on how to become a rueda de casino (dance) teacher. It contains the standard syllabus and new perspectives. What should I name it?

I have been reading posts regarding this topic and this post is one of the most interesting and informative one I have read. Thank you for this!

if I have a title named ” The tribes of plant foxes” and I need to shorten it… does anyone have any ideas?

Tribes of the ploxes

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I’m writing a book with best friend not sure what to name it we have a lame title called lost in the woods but its not good enough it doesent describe our story they dont even get lost in the woods I NEED HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well, just because it has nothing to do with the woods doesn’t mean it can’t be called that. The woods could stand for something, such as a crowd of people. Or, in the sense of your title, it could mean that they got into trouble way bigger than they are.

Thank you for this thought-provoking list of titles. I will research as you said, to see if they’ve already been used. I design custom and pre-designed book covers.

I’m just a beginner l now where to start compiling a suitable title for my book thank you 💝 this is a superb

Hi – I am putting together a “coffee table” type book of a collection of my deceased brother’s art. His focus was ceramics of all kinds – wheel, raku, hand thrown, sculpture, etc., and also water colour paintings. I have written a short bio of his life leading up to his career as the head of the art fundamentals department of a college, but the book is mostly pictures of his work which collectors have in both Canada and the United States. The ideas and suggestions on this site are great, but if anyone would like to throw out a thought or two I would be delighted.

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Hi, there! i’m writing a motivational book. I want suggestions for a catchy book that pops up and grab readers attention.

Any suggestions please? thank you!

Hi, I suppose that no one will see this, but I’m willing to try anyways. I’m planning on writing a book about A police officer roped into supernatural happenings. The MC is the supernatural “hunter.” I’m fresh out of ideas, and it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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I am giving a presentation about the importance of books titles. You information is spot on and very helpful. Thank you

Any suggestions for my memoir?

[tenatitive title] I Was WABC’s Last Top 40 DJ (Another One Bites the Dust)

Am writing a book about two young people who are not in love but eventually fall in love . Help me with a cover page and a title n pictures of two girl and boy

“Unlikely Hearts: A Love Story in the Making”

“Love’s Unforeseen Path: Embracing the Unexpected”

“Falling into You: A Tale of Serendipitous Romance”

Thanks for this page. Thought of many potential titles for my anthology. Decided on “Smashing walnuts and other existential pleasures” because everything else was too pompous/boring/twee/done before, etc. The words “Smashing walnuts” is in a poem in the book. Silent Light on Sapphire, the next best option would put you to sleep I think. Please advise. Thanks

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Your book is full of hooks to engage the reader, and your book title is your front line. If you’re lucky enough to get your book shelved face out, then the cover art might be the first hook. However, most books are shelved with the spine out, and the title is what the readers use to decide if they pull the book out or leave it on the shelf.

Genre Patterns

The first thing to consider when titling your book is your genre. Each genre has its own rules and patterns , and even sub-genres vary. YA paranormal romances tend to be titled with just one word: Marked, Twilight, and Crave. While adult epic fantasies usually have the formulaic title “Something of the Something” with a reference to magic: The Elfstones of Shannara , The Lord of the Rings , and The Name of the Wind . 

Run a quick search online or walk down the your genre’s aisle in a library or bookstore to see the pattern. Following these guidelines will ensure the right kind of reader is attracted to your book because they are trained subconsciously to recognize their genre’s book title pattern.

7 Key Components To Any Book Title

There are numerous ways to make a catchy title, but you need to make sure it reflects your story as well. These are seven ways to title your book with both meaning and allure.

This is when your title is a repeated element in your story. It can be an object, person, place, or anything else story-specific. Brandon Sanderson does this with his books: Oathbringer (object) , Mistborn (person) , and Elantris (place) . It’s also popular to use the main character’s name, especially in middle grade novels ( Harry Potter and Artemis Fowl ). A symbol title is most often used in the fantasy genre to give the reader an idea of the magical theme. If your story revolves around one thing, you may want to use this kind of title.

This type of title states the premise of the book. For example, A Tale of Two Cities or T he Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. It gives the reader an idea of what story to expect in the book. A premise title works best for books with unique ideas that make the reader wonder what it means. If you have a high concept novel, try using this type of title.

Another option for a title is to make it the theme of the book. Persuasion and Crime and Punishment are two examples. These books often are centered on a lesson , and the title promises the reader a thought-provoking story. If your goal of writing your book is to dive into a deep topic, you may want to use a theme title.

4. Conflict

Conflict titles promise opposition and hint at the main conflict in the story. Books like I am Not a Serial Killer, Gone Girl, or Misery are a few examples. These titles are popular in thrillers and suspense novels, but they can work in any genre. If your book revolves around constant danger, you should look at using a conflict title.

This title is about evoking a scene in the reader’s mind that makes them want to learn more. It can be a silly thought like The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy or something more whimsical like A Midsummer Night’s Dream or Forest of a Thousand Lanterns. The title must make the reader want to see what the title depicts, or it won’t work. If your book is in a cool setting, then think about portraying that setting through the title in an intriguing way.

6. Contradiction

A contradiction in the title makes the reader pause and do a double take . It has to sound odd and make them want to figure out what it means. For instance, The Kind Worth Killing or The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe or The Wrong Side of Goodbye. These all make you stop and wonder what the author meant by such a crazy title. If you don’t feel like your book fits into any of the other title categories, brainstorm a title that makes them stop and say, “Wait, what?”

7. Alliteration

This type of title is one that can be paired with any of the above title types. Alliteration is the repetition of a similar sound close together , and it makes the words flow and sound eloquent. Examples are Sense and Sensibility, Black Beauty, and Peter Pan. Most people like things that sound pretty and are fun to say, and they may pick up the book just for the promise of the beautiful prose inside.

Final Thoughts

All of these title types can be used alone or in combination with each other, but at least one of these is found in every good book title. While it’s possible that your title will change if picked up by a traditional publisher, that isn’t always the case. If you can make a great title, the publisher won’t see a need to alter it. So, take your time naming your book. Don’t miss out on possible readers because you didn’t grab their attention with a catchy book title. 

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What You Need to Know to Write a Catchy Book Title

Okay, you’ve written at least 50,000 words. It was a true slog, but you made it. Now you just have a handful more, but somehow they’re the hardest ones you’ve written yet! What the hell?

There’s a lot riding on a title, and there’s a lot to think about while you’re considering it. Don’t get caught with something less than perfect because you didn’t know or plumb forgot.

The Hallmarks of Good Titles

What characteristics can you find again and again in bestselling titles? There are many, but these are the three we find to be most common and useful when choosing a title for your book:

There’s only so much room on a novel's cover, and you want your title to be easily read from across a room. Not only that, you want people to remember it. Both of these things mean you should probably consider a title of six words or less. There are great longer titles. But If you’re really in love with one that’s longer, it better have a big impact and be easily remembered to balance out the shortcoming in length.

A great title shows a lot of personality. It should capture your genre, your narrative, and your authorial voice all in one go. It’s a lot to ask of a snippet of text! The ultimate key to expressing through a title is by avoiding flatness. Bring in color or controversy. More on this in the next section.

Easily Remembered

It’s simple. In order for people to buy your book, they have to remember it exists! Brevity and expression will help with this, but there are many other ways to aid in this. Consider a modification of an already popular phrase or play with repetition. You could even make it feel awkward intentionally to build suspense.

The Shortcuts to Meaningful Titles

Look, thinking up the perfect title can take a really long time, and sometimes you just need to send off a query like yesterday. These quick tips can get you on your feet for working titles, but these tips will probably also apply to more than half of your bookshelf right now.

You took a lot of time and care naming your characters. Or maybe you didn’t. Either way, they’re an integral part of your story. Making their name or a nickname part of your title just makes sense. And it’s likely to be different from many others.

For a lot of books, where they take place is particularly important. If you’ve taken a lot of time to set up beautiful world building, it’s natural to want to celebrate that in your title. And anyway, it can give a sneak preview of the tone and content of your novel in a great way.

Is there an image in your novel you especially want readers to take notice of? Or maybe you have another literary device that you’d love to highlight for your readers. Lit teachers are always making big claims about authorial intent with little to back it up, but you can make a choice in your title that removes all doubt.

I don’t know about you, but sometimes my characters run amok a little more than I planned on. It can get tiring, but then occasionally they have a way of saying something I’d never considered before that totally encapsulates the story. If this is you, you should totally steal it for your book title! You’re the one in charge, after all. Well, mostly.

What to Avoid in a Title

We’ve given you things to do. Here are some things not to do. Please!

Title Generators

These are a really fun idea if you’re looking for a writing prompt or have a low-stakes short story you want to throw up online for the lolz, but it’s not the right choice for a novel. Either you’re not going to get something that works at all or you’re going to get a generic suggestion that doesn’t really help you. Random title generators are great for sourcing new title structures when you’re feeling zapped for ideas, though. Think “The _____ of the ____” or “A ____ in _____ ______.”

When you’re trying to sell a novel online, it’s more important than ever to make sure your novel’s title is totally unique. You don’t want to be competing against a bestseller’s algorithm. So, get to googling. You can have titles with some similar pieces, but there must be something fundamentally distinctive about your title compared to others.

Complex Spellings

This harkens back to how people have to remember the title of your book. If your title includes something they have to google the definition of, it’s going to be harder to get them on board. If it’s something that they can’t spell, they can’t google it to buy it. Keep it to a 6th grade reading level.

Not only does a vague title avoid all expression, it can make your novel hard for readers to find as well! This doesn’t just apply to titles like The One Where They Die at the End but also overly simplistic titles like The Red Panda . If someone tries to google your book, they’re going to have to sift through a lot of results before they find you. Even one more distinctive word can make a huge difference, like The Coat of the Red Panda.

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Hey there, bookworms! Have you ever judged a book by its cover? Well, turns out a great title can make or break a book’s success. If you’re brainstorming for your next literary masterpiece, we’ve got some killer ideas for book titles that are sure to hook in your readers. So sit back, grab a cuppa, and let’s get those creative juices flowing!

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Great book title ideas for fiction novels, tips for crafting memorable nonfiction book titles, the power of catchy and descriptive book titles, inspirational book title ideas for self-help and personal development genres, finding the perfect book title: a step-by-step guide, wrapping up.

Are you struggling to come up with a captivating title for your fiction novel? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of great book title ideas that are sure to inspire and spark your creativity. Whether you’re writing a romance, mystery, fantasy, or any other genre, we’ve got you covered with plenty of options to choose from.

From catchy and intriguing to poignant and thought-provoking, our list of book title ideas covers a wide range of themes and emotions. Whether you’re aiming for a bestseller or simply want a title that perfectly encapsulates the essence of your story, you’re bound to find something that resonates with you. So, without further ado, let’s dive into our collection of !

These are just a few examples to get your creative juices flowing. Whether you’re looking for something specific to your genre or just need a jumping-off point, we hope our list of great book title ideas has inspired you to find the perfect title for your fiction novel.

Crafting a memorable nonfiction book title is crucial for attracting readers and making a lasting impression. The right title can pique curiosity, convey the essence of your book, and stick in the minds of potential readers. Here are some tips to help you come up with a captivating title for your nonfiction book:

– Reflect the content: Your title should give a hint about the subject matter of your book. It should be descriptive enough to give readers an idea of what to expect.

– Use strong, evocative language: Powerful, emotional, or thought-provoking words can make your title more compelling.

– Consider the audience: Think about who your target readers are and what would resonate with them. Tailoring your title to your audience can increase its impact.

– Keep it concise: A shorter title is often more memorable and easier to process. Aim for brevity while still capturing the essence of your book.

– Play with word combinations: Experiment with different word pairings, alliterations, or puns to create a unique and catchy title.

– Get feedback: Test your potential titles with friends, writing groups, or online communities to gauge their appeal and effectiveness.

Finding the perfect title for your nonfiction book may take some time and effort, but a well-crafted title can make a significant difference in grabbing readers’ attention and sparking their interest in your work. Let your creativity flow and don’t be afraid to brainstorm and explore different possibilities before settling on the ideal title for your book.

When it comes to creating a successful book, one of the most important elements is a catchy and descriptive title. A good book title not only grabs the reader’s attention but also gives them a clear idea of what the book is about. With so many books on the market, a compelling title can make the difference between a book being noticed or getting lost in the shuffle.

What makes a book title good?

A good book title is descriptive, intriguing, and memorable. It should give potential readers a sense of what the book is about, while also piquing their curiosity. A great book title can create an emotional connection, evoke a strong image, or pose an intriguing question.

How to come up with good book titles?

• Know your audience and what will grab their attention
• Brainstorm ideas that encapsulate the essence of your book
• Consider using strong, evocative language or literary devices
• Test your titles with friends, family, or potential readers to get feedback

Are you an aspiring author in the self-help and personal development genres looking for the perfect title for your book? Coming up with the right title is crucial to grab the attention of potential readers and make your book stand out in a crowded market. Here are some inspirational book title ideas to spark your creativity and help you craft the perfect title for your self-help masterpiece.

Empower Your Life: A Guide to Self-Discovery and Personal Growth This title conveys a sense of empowerment and self-improvement, enticing readers who are looking for guidance in their personal development journey. It’s clear and to the point, promising valuable insights and advice for transforming one’s life.

The Path to Fulfillment: Embracing Happiness and Authenticity This title suggests a journey towards fulfillment and authenticity, appealing to readers who seek a deeper sense of purpose and happiness in their lives. It’s evocative and compelling, hinting at the transformative content within the book.

Unleash Your Potential: Mastering the Art of Self-Improvement This bold and assertive title speaks to the desire for personal growth and improvement, capturing the attention of readers who are eager to tap into their hidden potential. It promises a guide to mastering the art of self-improvement, making it a compelling choice for a self-help book title.

When it comes to creating the perfect book title, it’s important to consider the impact it will have on potential readers. A strong, attention-grabbing title can make all the difference in getting your book noticed and generating interest. Here are some steps to help guide you through the process of finding the perfect book title.

Understand Your Book’s Genre

Consider the genre of your book and what kind of titles are typically used within that genre. Whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, romance, mystery, or any other genre, understanding the conventions can help you brainstorm ideas that will resonate with your target audience.

Brainstorm Keywords and Phrases

Think about the central themes, characters, and plot points in your book. Brainstorm a list of keywords and phrases that capture the essence of your story. These will serve as a starting point for crafting potential titles that reflect the heart of your book.

Consider the Emotional Impact

Good book titles evoke emotion and intrigue. Consider the emotional impact you want your title to have on readers. Do you want it to be thought-provoking, mysterious, or heartwarming? Choosing words that elicit a strong emotional response can help your title stand out and pique readers’ curiosity.

Q: How important is a good book title? A: A good book title can make or break a book’s success. It’s the first thing potential readers see and can greatly impact their decision to pick up the book or not.

Q: What are some tips for coming up with a good book title? A: Consider the theme and tone of your book, and try to capture that in the title. You can also draw inspiration from quotes, lyrics, or popular sayings. Brainstorming with friends or fellow writers can also be helpful.

Q: Should a book title directly reflect the content of the book? A: Not necessarily. While some readers like titles that directly hint at the content, others prefer more abstract or evocative titles. What’s most important is that the title captures the essence of the book in some way.

Q: Are there any common mistakes to avoid when choosing a book title? A: Avoid overly long or complicated titles that are hard to remember or pronounce. Also, be wary of titles that are too similar to other popular books, as this can cause confusion.

Q: How can a good book title help with marketing and promotion? A: A catchy or intriguing title can generate buzz and draw attention to a book. It can also make a book more memorable and shareable, which can help create word-of-mouth buzz.

Well, there you have it! Hopefully, these book title ideas have sparked some inspiration for your next writing project. Remember, a good title can make all the difference in catching a reader’s eye. So, choose wisely and have fun with it! Happy writing!

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Nothing piques interest in a book like a catchy, flashy, or otherwise noteworthy title. A manuscript is more likely to get looked over by an editor if the title jumps out at them. Bright, shiny covers may initially grab readers’ attention, but a thought-provoking title is what makes them actually read the book. 

What do the best book titles have in common?

In our opinion, the best book titles are the ones that grab our attention. They're creative and unexpected, and make you want to know more about the book. While some of the most popular books of all time have simple titles—think Don Quixote or Jane Eyre —some immediately make you want to know more about the story.

Coming up with a memorable and unique title that will stop readers in their tracks is no easy feat for an author, and takes a lot of careful thinking and creativity. In order to celebrate the best book titles we’ve ever heard, check out these 20 books with great titles that also make great reads. 

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The Elegance of the Hedgehog

By Muriel Barbery

One common method of creating a unique title is carefully combining words that shouldn’t go together, but create the perfect preview of the contents of the book. Originally written in French as L’Élégance du Hérisson, The Elegance of the Hedgehog is th e contemporary fiction story of an upscale Parisian apartment complex and its eclectic inhabitants. The title is a reference to an observation made within the book about one of the tenants. 

Even though it’s fictional, this book offers profound and thought-provoking observations on community and human nature. As the wildly different inhabitants of the building begin forming friendships, The Elegance of the Hedgehog “ teaches philosophical lessons by shrewdly exposing rich secret lives hidden beneath conventional exteriors” ( Kirkus Reviews ).

How the Dead Speak

By Val McDermid

Everyone knows dead people can't speak, but that’s why this title sucks you in. In this crime thriller, dozens of unmarked graves are found during renovations on an orphanage. Some are those of children dating back 40 years prior, but others are only 10 years old… and supposedly belong to someone who is still alive. 

The title, How the Dead Speak , metaphorically represents the deceased individuals and how their corpses’ presence influences the investigation and subsequent justice for their deaths. 

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Slouching Towards Bethlehem

By Joan Didion

In only three words, this title evokes vivid imagery and emotion. “Slouching towards” makes me think of someone hunched over, defeated, dragging their feet, and walking with difficulty, while “Bethlehem” is considered to be a holy city in Christianity. This title is actually pulled from William Butler Yeats’ poem, “The Second Coming,” which was published in 1920. This poem is a critique on the atmosphere of Europe after World War I as a signal of impending apocalypse. 

Written by beloved author Joan Didion , the 20 essays in Slouching Towards Bethlehem describe the United States—particularly California—during the turbulent and transformative 1960s. In this collection, Didion is making a similar comparison as Yeats to the growing violence and unrest of humanity as a signal of our demise. 

Ten Days in a Mad-House

By Nellie Bly

This title is an attention-grabber because it makes you wonder why the author was in a “mad-house” and what happened there. The answer is that Nellie Bly was assigned by Joseph Pulitzer to live undercover at a women's insane asylum and write an account of what happened behind closed doors. 

The living conditions were abysmal and the patients were treated terribly. Morbid curiosity definitely comes into play here (at least for me) because this book sounds fascinating!

A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court

By Mark Twain

This is another example of words that you typically don’t see together; primarily because “Connecticut Yankees” came hundreds of years after the reign of King Arthur. 

In this boo k, Mark Twain tells the fictional story of a “Yankee” engineer who time travels back to the court of King Arthur and uses technology to trick them into thinking he’s a magician. Twain uses this setup to provide a thorough commentary on his social and political views.

What's Eating Gilbert Grape

By Peter Hedges

First of all, the title is a question, so it’s hard not to wonder what’s “eating” this person. Secondly, the combination of the verb “eating” and the character’s name being a food object, a grape, makes it stand out even more. 

Gilbert Grape lives in a tiny town in Iowa. His father committed suicide, which left his mother helpless with grief. He and his siblings must now take care of her, but Gilbert’s siblings have their own problems. And then there’s his special needs little brother, for whom Gilbert acts as a primary caretaker. The situation eats away at Gilbert, and the book is full of his wry, abrupt observations as he dreams of getting out. If you've only seen the movie adaptation , you're missing out.

The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven

By Sherman Alexie

Two people fistfighting in heaven is definitely something that will catch your eye, especially when they're famously friends. This book is partially fantastical, and partially based on the author’s memory of what it was like to live in and around the Spokane Indian reservation. 

It includes 24 stories, full of unique and memorable characters, and offers Sherman Alexie’s thoughts on the divisions between men and women, Native Americans and white people, and Native Americans and their traditions of the past. 

The Listening Eye

By Patricia Wentworth

How does one listen with their eyes? The Listening Eye is about a woman who becomes deaf after an accident. After she learns to read lips, the woman is at an art gallery when she “overhears” a secret conversation across the room about a planned robbery. 

But when the men catch her “eavesdropping,” it’s up to detective Maud Silver to save the woman’s life and stop the robbery.

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Heart Is A Lonely Hunter

By Carson McCullers

Human connection is often a lonely journey.  In this novel, author Carson McCullers depicts a Georgia Mill town during the 1930s and describes the desires of its inhabitants, including an itinerant worker, a cafe owner, a doctor, and a little girl. 

Each of them want to escape their desolate small town life, and their confessions draw attention to real-life issues with racial tensions in the South and the nature of the human condition.

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea

By Jules Verne

Twenty thousand leagues under the sea is pretty far under. In this 19th century science fiction classic, a French oceanographer and his assistant join the US navy on the hunt for a mysterious underwater “monster.” 

As they journey through captivating underwater scenery—including the lost city of Atlantis, passing a giant squid, and undersea forests—on their year-long expedition across the globe, the group eventually discovers the monster is just a submarine.

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The Autobiography of an Ex–Colored Man

By James Weldon Johnson

This book was first published anonymously in 1912. It recounts the fictional story of a biracial man living in America during the latter half of the 19th century and the early years of the 20th century. Readers follow along as he confronts difficult situations pertaining to his race and slavery, and ultimately decides to forgo his desire to connect with his Black heritage after witnessing a lynching. From there, the man decides to live as a white man, since his complexion allows him to “pass.” 

This novel was far beyond its time in its open discussion of race, class, and discrimination, and it is considered to be one of the most important works of the Harlem Renaissance .

Go the F**k to Sleep

By Adam Mansbach, Ricardo Cortes

If the expletive didn’t already give it away, this isn’t a real children’s book. Go the F**k to Sleep is a hilarious bedtime story parody about the battle that can be a child’s bedtime. 

Although it’s humorous— Go the F**k to Sleep was voted one of the “25 Funniest Books of All Time” by Reader’s Digest —this book also promotes real conversation about parenthood and its difficulties.

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

By Philip K. Dick

This novel doesn’t actually have anything to do with electric sheep, but it does tell the story of near-human Androids—and is the inspiration for the Blade Runner franchise. The year is 2021, and the destruction of the World War has driven humanity to live on other planets. For those who live on Earth and can’t afford a living pet for company—since many species are in extinction, certain animals are rare—companies have built robotic horses, birds, cats, and sheep. 

They’ve even built humans to accompany the civilization on Mars. These human androids are so realistic, they’re nearly indistinguishable from actual humans. That’s why they’re banned from Earth. Rick Deckard is tasked with finding rogue human androids on Earth and terminating them, but it’s a dangerous job: the androids fight back with lethal force.

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To Kill a Mockingbird

By Harper Lee

This is one of the most recognizable titles of all time. To Kill a Mockingbird is the coming-of-age story of a young girl named Scout and her little brother, Jem, in the Depression-Era Deep South. Scout and Jem’s mother passed away, so only their father, Atticus, looks after them. 

Atticus is a prominent lawyer, and when he agrees to represent a wrongfully accused Black man, he is attacked with violent threats. Scout soon begins to lose her childlike view of the world around her to realize the rampant racism and prejudice taking place in her community.

One Hundred Years of Solitude

By Gabriel Garcia Marquez

One Hundred Years of Solitude is about the rise and fall of a fictional city called Macondo, as told by the Buendía family. The variety of life comes alive in this novel, as it explores themes such as love and lust; war and revolution; riches and poverty. 

One Hundred Years of Solitude has been translated into dozens of languages and is known throughout the world as one of Nobel Prize-winner Gabriel García Márquez’s most celebrated works. 

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Love in the Time of Cholera

By Gabriel García Márquez

Love in the Time of Cholera is another literary masterpiece by Gabriel García Márquez. This “love story of astonishing power” ( Newsweek ) tells the story of Florentino Ariza and Fermina Daza. Although they fell passionately in love in their youth, Fermina decided to marry a wealthy, well-born doctor instead of Florentino. But Florentino never gives up on her. When Fermina’s husband dies, Florentino attends his funeral with the plan to confess his love for Fermina—50 years, nine months, and four days after he did it the first time. 

The title is actually a clever play on words. In Spanish, coléra can denote passion or rage, and cholera is a form of plague; the title references the literal lovesickness that overcomes Florentino and torments him throughout his life.  

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

By Douglas Adams

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is a science fiction/comedy classic—nominated by PBS’s The Great American Read as one of the best-loved novels in America—a nd Douglas Adams' work is just as whimsical and fantastical as the title would suggest. 

Earth has been demolished to create a hyperspace express route, and an ordinary Englishman named Arthur Dent is the only human left. Provided with a towel, a Babel fish, and a copy of the guide, Arthur must now navigate the universe with only a gang of unreliable aliens to keep him company.

The Devil Wears Prada

By Lauren Weisberger

Andrea Sachs is a small-town girl who lands a dream job at the most glamorous of all magazines in New York City, but she quickly realizes her dream is more like a nightmare thanks to her boss from hell, Miranda Priestly.

This playful title captured the world, both in its bestselling novel and star-studded hit movie forms. In the words of Vanity Fair, “The degree to which The Devil Wear Prada has penetrated pop culture needs no explanation.” It’s funny, engrossing, and offers a thinly-veiled critique of one of the most influential style icons of all time—American Vogue editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour.

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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

By Milan Kundera

This stunning title is an eye-catcher in its ability to capture so much emotion in just five words. The  novel is about two stories happening simultaneously: a young woman devoted to her boyfriend, who can’t decide if he’d rather devote himself to her or his many mistresses; and one of those mistresses and her faithful lover. 

The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a poignant meditation on humanity, eroticism, love, and truth. Indulging in the pleasures of life is good in moderation, but the title refers to the emptiness the man feels when living only to satisfy his selfish urges. 

The Secret Life of Bees

By Sue Monk Kidd

The Secret Life of Bees isn’t really about bees as much as it’s about mother-daughter relationships, divine female power, and racial tensions during the Civil Rights Era in the South. 

Lily Owens’ mother died when she was young, and ever since then, a Black woman named Rosaleen has acted as her stand-in-mother. When Rosaleen insults the town’s biggest racists, she and Lily escape to Tiburon, South Carolina. This town holds the secret to Lily’s mother’s past, but it's also where Lily and Rosaleen are taken in by a sisterhood of Black beekeepers. From these women, Lily learns about bees and honey, the truth about her mother, and how to let go of her past.

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How To Come Up With A Good Book Title

Stuck staring at a blank page, wondering how to come up with a good book title for your epic story? Fear not! Creating a captivating title that hooks readers and reflects your masterpiece isn’t magic – it’s a skill you can master. 

One of the most important decisions you will make as an author is choosing a title for your book. A good title can attract readers, convey your message, and set the tone for your work. In this blog post, we will share some tips and strategies on how to come up with a catchy and memorable title that reflects your book’s genre, theme, and style.

Why is a good book title important?

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A good book title is like the first impression your book makes on potential readers. It’s the initial hook that draws them in, piques their curiosity, and convinces them to pick it up over countless other options. Here are some key reasons why a good book title is crucial:

• Attract attention and stand out: In a crowded marketplace filled with countless books, a captivating title can make the difference between getting noticed and getting lost in the shuffle. It needs to be distinct and memorable to grab attention and entice readers to explore further.
• Reflect the book’s essence: A good title should accurately represent the core themes, tone, and genre of your story. It should hint at the main conflict, characters, or setting without giving away too much. This helps readers understand if the book aligns with their interests and expectations.
• Spark curiosity and intrigue: A well-crafted title leaves the reader wanting more. It should pose a question, offer a hint of mystery, or create a sense of wonder, leaving them eager to delve into the story and discover the answers or experiences promised within.
• Convey emotional impact: Titles can evoke specific emotions, drawing readers in based on their personal preferences and desires. A title that evokes excitement, suspense, joy, or introspection can resonate with readers on a deeper level, making them more invested in exploring the story.
• Marketing and discoverability: A good title plays a significant role in marketing and discoverability. It’s often the first thing potential readers see on search engines, online bookstores, and library shelves. A clear, concise, and keyword-rich title can improve search ranking and make it easier for readers to find your book.
• Professional presentation and credibility: A well-crafted title reflects the quality and effort put into your writing. It signifies professionalism and attention to detail, making a positive first impression and building trust with potential readers.
• Overall impact on reading experience: A good title sets the stage for the reading experience. It can create anticipation, establish the tone, and hint at the journey ahead. Ultimately, a strong title can enhance the reader’s enjoyment and connection with your story.

In short, a good book title is much more than just a label; it’s a powerful tool that can significantly influence the success of your book and the reader’s experience. So, invest time and effort in crafting a title that truly shines and does your story justice.

A good book title should be like a delicious bite-sized treat – enticing, memorable, and representative of the whole experience. Here are the key elements to keep it simple:

• Intriguing : It sparks curiosity and leaves the reader wanting to know more. Imagine it as a whisper of secrets waiting to be unravelled.
• Concise : Short and sweet, ideally under 10 words. Remember, people are bombarded with information, so brevity is key.
• Reflective : It accurately hints at the story’s themes, genre, and core conflict without giving away the entire plot. Think of it as a captivating trailer, not a spoiler.
• Memorable : It sticks in the reader’s mind long after they encounter it. Imagine it as a catchy song lyric that keeps humming in their head.
• Genre-appropriate : It aligns with reader expectations for your chosen genre. Think of it as speaking the language of your target audience.

Remember, the perfect title is a balancing act. Experiment, have fun, and trust your instincts to find the one that truly captures the essence of your story.

22 Tips for Coming Up With A Good Book Title

Choosing a title for your book is a crucial step in your publishing journey. It can make or break your chances of reaching your target audience, attracting positive reviews, and selling more copies. A good title should reflect the core idea of your book, appeal to your reader’s curiosity, and fit your genre and voice. In this section, we will give you 22 tips for finding a perfect title for your book that will make you proud and confident.

A good title should encapsulate your book’s main idea or message, giving readers a glimpse into the story’s core theme. This doesn’t mean spelling everything out, but rather hinting at the central message in a way that resonates with the plot and characters.

Let’s say your book explores the theme of self-discovery through a journey of self-acceptance. Here are two potential titles reflecting this theme:

• Unveiling the Reflection: This title uses imagery and suggests a gradual process of revealing one’s true self.
• Beyond the Mask: This title uses a metaphor to represent shedding facades and embracing authenticity.

These titles both hint at the theme without being overly literal, piquing the reader’s curiosity and suggesting the book’s deeper exploration.

• Choose words that are relevant to your theme and resonate with the story’s message.
• Avoid being too obvious or generic.
• Aim for a title that is thought-provoking and invites further exploration.

Additional Examples:

• Theme: Overcoming prejudice – Title: Mosaics of Belonging
• Theme: Facing fears – Title: Whispers of Courage
• Theme: Finding hope in unexpected places – Title: Blooming in the Ruins

By effectively reflecting your theme, your title can become a powerful tool for drawing in readers and setting the tone for your story.

A captivating title should leave readers with a burning question, a sense of mystery, or a desire to know more. This doesn’t mean resorting to clickbait tactics, but rather creating a title that sparks curiosity and compels them to pick up your book.

Imagine a sci-fi novel where a group of teenagers discovers a hidden message within a coded video game. Here are two potential titles:

• The Glitch in the Algorithm: This title suggests something unusual and potentially dangerous within the game.
• Unravelling the Forbidden Code: This title emphasizes the mystery and hints at hidden secrets with potential consequences.

Both titles pique the reader’s interest without revealing the plot’s specifics. They leave the reader wondering what the glitch is, what the code contains, and why it’s forbidden.

• Use words that evoke suspense, curiosity, and a sense of wonder.
• Avoid giving away too much information or revealing the ending.
• Consider using cliffhangers, questions, or ambiguous phrases to keep readers guessing.
• Mystery: The Whispers of the Abandoned House
• Fantasy: Where Dreams Become Shadows
• Thriller: 24 Hours Until Midnight
• Sci-Fi: The Day the Stars Went Silent
• Romance: The Love Letter That Came From Nowhere

By effectively using intrigue, your title can become a powerful hook that draws readers in and keeps them engaged throughout the story.

See our fantasy book title generator for more ideas.

Shorter titles are generally easier to remember, pronounce, and share. They also appear more visually appealing on covers and online listings. Aim for titles between 3-7 words, with exceptions depending on genre and impact.

Let’s say your book is a historical fiction novel about a young woman defying societal expectations during the Victorian era. Here are two potential titles, one long and one short:

• The Adventures of Eliza Rose: The Age of Corsets and Conformity: While informative, this title is wordy and lacks punch.
• Emberheart: This shorter title evokes determination and rebellion, hinting at the character’s fiery spirit and defying nature.

The shorter title is easier to remember, rolls off the tongue better, and leaves room for the reader’s imagination to fill in the details.

• Every word counts, so choose impactful ones.
• Aim for clarity and avoid unnecessary phrases.
• Consider using abbreviations or contractions if appropriate.
• Test the title out loud and see if it flows easily.
• Dragonflight
• Second Chance
• Hidden Truth
• Stardust Thief
• The Hidden Room
• Fractured Minds

By keeping your title concise, you increase its chances of capturing attention and staying firmly lodged in the reader’s mind.

Bonus Tip: While short titles are generally recommended, remember that exceptions exist. Some well-known books have longer titles that work effectively due to their unique wordplay, rhythm, or historical context (To Kill a Mockingbird, One Hundred Years of Solitude). If yours is exceptional, don’t shy away from its length!

A powerful title should paint a vivid picture in the reader’s mind, transporting them into the world of your story. This doesn’t require literal descriptions, but rather using evocative language and imagery that captures the essence of your book.

Let’s say your book is a coming-of-age story about a teenager navigating friendship, family, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a vibrant city. Here are two potential titles that evoke strong imagery:

• Neon Symphony: This title uses imagery of light and sound, suggesting the energy and complexity of the city and the character’s emotional journey.
• Chasing Sunsets on Rollerblades: This title uses dynamic imagery of movement and freedom, hinting at the character’s adventurous spirit and pursuit of self-expression.
• Choose words that are sensory and evocative, appealing to the reader’s sight, sound, smell, taste, or touch.
• Consider metaphors, similes, and personification to paint a vivid picture.
• Ensure the imagery aligns with the story’s tone, genre, and themes.
• Whispers Through the Moonlit Woods
• Shadows Dance in the Moonlight
• Fractured Reflections in a Broken Mirror
• Cracks in the Porcelain Doll

By using strong imagery in your title, you can create an immersive experience that captures readers’ imagination and sets the stage for your captivating story.

A successful title should resonate with readers familiar with your chosen genre. This means understanding the conventions, expectations, and language typically used in genre titles. Consider what would attract readers who enjoy similar books.

Imagine your book is a young adult dystopian novel about a rebellion against a controlling government. Here are two potential titles, each considering different genre approaches:

• The Uprising Chronicles: While descriptive, this title lacks the punch and emotional connection favoured in many YA dystopian titles.
• Ember Spark: Ignite the Flame: This title uses powerful verbs and imagery (“ember spark”, “ignite”) that align with the genre’s themes of resistance and revolution. It also hints at the central conflict without revealing too much.
• Research popular titles in your genre to understand common trends and elements.
• Use language and imagery that resonate with your target audience’s expectations.
• Avoid generic titles that could apply to any genre.
• Strike a balance between genre adherence and individual uniqueness.
• Mystery: The Disappearance of Decoder Ring, Clues in the Cafeteria, Shadows in the Social Network, The Detective’s Last Clue
• Romance: First Crush, Second Chances, Love Under Lockdown, The Day the Music Stopped, Beneath the Tuscan Sun
• Sci-Fi: Stardust Renegades, Glitch in the System, Beyond the Firewall
• Fantasy: Whispers of the Dragonborn, Academy of Arcane Arts, The Stolen Spellbook, Dragonsong

By tailoring your title to your chosen genre, you can effectively reach your target audience and pique their interest in exploring your story.

See our Sci-Fi book title generator for more ideas.

Symbolism in a title can add depth and intrigue, inviting readers to delve deeper into the story’s meaning. By using objects, concepts, or colours that hold symbolic significance within your narrative, you can create a title that resonates on multiple levels.

Imagine your book is a coming-of-age story about a young artist struggling to find their identity. Here are two potential titles with varying symbolic elements:

• Chasing the Sun’s Brushstrokes: This title uses the sun as a symbol of hope, creativity, and self-discovery, aligning with the character’s journey.
• The Torn Canvas: This title uses a torn canvas to symbolize the protagonist’s internal conflict and their search for wholeness.

Both titles are evocative, but the first incorporates a dynamic symbol that hints at the character’s active pursuit of their goals, making it more engaging.

• Choose symbols that resonate with your story’s themes, characters, and plot.
• Ensure the symbolism is clear enough for readers to grasp without being overly obvious.
• Consider cultural interpretations of your chosen symbols to avoid unintended meanings.
• Balance the symbolic meaning with the title’s overall clarity and appeal.
• The Shattered Songbird (representing lost magic)
• The Whispering Woods (representing hidden secrets)
• The Language of Dandelions (representing unspoken emotions)
• Where Dragons Dream of Fire (dragons symbolizing power and hidden potential)
• The Shattered Hourglass (hourglass symbolizing time running out and the fragility of life)
• Dance of the Dragonfly (symbolizes change and adaptation)
• Language of the Stars (symbolizes connection and destiny)

By incorporating symbolism effectively, your title can become a powerful tool for foreshadowing, enriching the story’s meaning, and sparking the reader’s imagination.

Alliteration refers to the repetition of the first consonant sound in two or more words close together. This technique can create a catchy and memorable title that rolls off the tongue easily. However, use it strategically to avoid sounding forced or childish.

Let’s say your book is a middle-grade fantasy adventure about a mischievous young wizard. Here are two potential titles with varying use of alliteration:

• Wizards, Wanders, and Wicked Deeds: This title uses alliteration effectively, creating a catchy rhythm and hinting at the story’s adventurous and mischievous nature.
• The Mystical Mishaps of Merlin: While alliteration is present, it feels less natural and overshadows the title’s meaning with the soundplay.
• Alliteration should enhance, not define, your title.
• Prioritize clarity and meaning over forced alliteration.
• Consider the overall tone and genre when choosing alliterative words.
• Aim for a natural flow and avoid tongue twisters.
• The Puzzling Plight of Penelope
• Moonlight Melodies and Mistletoe Magic
• Twisted Trails and Treacherous Truths
• Fiery Flight of the Falcon
• Moonlight Masquerade
• Twisted Trail of Terror

By incorporating alliteration thoughtfully, you can create a title that is catchy, memorable, and reinforces the unique atmosphere of your story.

Clichés are overused phrases or concepts that have lost their originality and impact. They can make your book title sound generic, predictable, and uninspired. Avoiding them is crucial for grabbing attention and showcasing your story’s unique voice.

Imagine you’ve written a heartwarming young adult novel about overcoming self-doubt and finding your passion. Here are two potential titles:

• The Girl Who Dreamed Big: This title uses a cliché phrase (“dreamed big”) and offers little insight into the specific story or character.
• Free the Starry Skies: This title uses evocative imagery (“starry skies”) and avoids clichés, hinting at the character’s potential and journey without being overly generic.
• Identify common clichés in your genre and avoid them actively.
• Opt for fresh, original language that reflects your story’s unique elements.
• Prioritize clarity and meaning over trendy phrases or empty promises.
• Test your title on potential readers – does it sound generic or intriguing?
• Twist a cliché: Instead of “The Girl Who Dreamed Big,” consider “The Girl Who Danced with Galaxies.”
• Use unexpected metaphors: Instead of “Finding Your Passion,” consider “Unraveling the Threads of Destiny.”
• Cliché: The Chosen One – Unique: Whispers of Destiny
• Cliché: Lost and Found – Unique: Echoes in the Labyrinth
• Cliché: Love at First Sight – Unique: Tangled Hearts, Starry Nights

By avoiding clichés and embracing originality, you can craft a title that truly stands out and entices readers to delve into your world.

A powerful title can tap into the reader’s emotions, creating a connection and leaving them wanting more. This doesn’t mean manipulation, but rather understanding your target audience and using language that resonates with their hopes, fears, dreams, or desires.

Imagine you’ve written a young adult historical fiction novel about a young woman defying societal expectations to pursue her artistic dreams. Here are two potential titles with varying emotional impact:

• Brushstrokes of Rebellion: This title focuses on the act of rebellion, which might appeal to readers seeking stories of defiance and breaking free.
• Where Dreams Dare to Bloom: This title taps into the emotional journey of overcoming obstacles and achieving dreams, potentially resonating with readers seeking inspiration and hope.
• Consider the core emotions your story evokes: joy, fear, hope, love, etc.
• Use language that triggers those emotions in your target audience.
• Be genuine and avoid manipulative tactics.
• Ensure the emotional pull aligns with your story’s themes and message.
• Love Letters Lost and Found (evokes nostalgia and longing)
• Whispers in the Dead of Night (triggers fear and suspense)
• Where Wishes Take Flight (sparks hope and wonder)
• Paper Hearts (suggests a tender coming-of-age story)

By playing on emotions thoughtfully, you can create a title that not only intrigues readers but also establishes an emotional connection that draws them into your story.

See our Horror book title generator for more ideas.

A title with an unexpected element can surprise and intrigue readers, setting your book apart from the crowd and sparking their curiosity. This doesn’t mean adding randomness, but rather incorporating a twist, contradiction, or unusual detail that hints at the story’s uniqueness.

Imagine you wrote a historical fiction novel about a young woman disguised as a man to fight in a medieval war. Here are two potential titles with varying use of unexpected elements:

• Sword and Secrecy: This title is clear and relevant, but lacks surprise.
• A Woman in Steel: This title uses the unexpected element of a “woman in steel” to challenge traditional gender roles and pique the reader’s interest.
• The unexpected element should be relevant to your story and not feel like a forced gimmick.
• Consider using humour, irony, or a surprising detail that reflects your plot or characters.
• Ensure the element still conveys the core themes or genre of your book.
• Avoid being too cryptic or confusing with the unexpected element.
• The Martian Who Stole My Lunchbox (combines humour and sci-fi)
• Teacups and Time Travel (the unexpected juxtaposition of ordinary and extraordinary)
• The Dog Who Knew Too Much (unusual detail sparks curiosity)
• Love Letters from a Ghost (unexpected element of the supernatural)

By incorporating an unexpected element thoughtfully, you can create a title that is both intriguing and memorable, leaving a lasting impression on potential readers and encouraging them to discover the unique world within your book.

Referencing pop culture in your title can be a fun and effective way to grab attention, especially if your target audience is familiar with the reference. However, it’s important to use this technique strategically to avoid seeming gimmicky or alienating readers who don’t understand the reference.

Imagine you wrote a science fiction novel about a group of teenagers who discover a hidden virtual reality world. Here are two potential titles, one with a forced reference and one with a subtler approach:

• The Matrix Generation: This title directly references “The Matrix” but feels dated and doesn’t offer much originality.
• Hello, Other-World: This title subtly evokes the concept of a hidden virtual world and draws inspiration from the popular coding pop culture as “Hello, World” is the first thing beginners typically write in code.
• When Harry Met Juliet (references “When Harry Met Sally” and “Romeo and Juliet” with a fresh twist)
• Squad Goals (uses popular teen slang)
• Friend-Zoned Forever? (uses popular teen slang)

Asking a question in your title can be a powerful way to pique readers’ curiosity and draw them into your story. It creates a sense of mystery and invites them to seek answers within the pages of your book. However, it’s crucial to choose the right question – one that is relevant to your story’s themes, intriguing enough to hold attention, and doesn’t give away crucial plot points.

Imagine you’ve written a historical mystery novel set in Victorian England, where a young detective investigates a series of seemingly impossible murders. Here are two potential titles, one with a question and one without:

• What Whispers the Thames at Midnight? : This title asks a specific, intriguing question directly related to the setting and mystery, instantly drawing the reader in.
• The Shadow of Baker Street: This title is informative but lacks the same level of intrigue and doesn’t hint at the story’s unique elements.
• The question should be open-ended, prompting the reader to think and want to know more.
• Consider using powerful verbs and evocative language to make the question stand out.
• Ensure the question aligns with the story’s tone and genre conventions.
• Test the question on potential readers to gauge its effectiveness in sparking curiosity.
• Where Do Dreams Go to Die?
• Will You Remember Me in the Future?
• Who Rules the Fae When Shadows Fall?
• Will You Catch Me If I Fall?
• Will Love Bloom in the Ruins?

By crafting a compelling question in your title, you can effectively capture your reader’s attention and set the stage for a captivating journey into your story’s world.

Brainstorming is an essential step in crafting the perfect title. It allows you to explore different possibilities, experiment with various approaches, and discover hidden gems you might have missed otherwise. Don’t be afraid to get creative, think outside the box, and generate a large pool of ideas before narrowing them down.

Let’s say you wrote a science fiction novel about a group of colonists struggling to survive on a harsh alien planet. Here’s how brainstorming might help you generate title ideas:

Step 1: List keywords and themes:

• Alien planet

Step 2: Explore different angles:

• Descriptive: Surviving Kepler-186f
• Intriguing: Beyond the Red Horizon
• Symbolic: Seeds of Resilience
• Question-based: Can Humanity Bloom on Barren Soil?
• Pop culture reference: The Martian Chronicles of Kepler-186f (if relevant)

Step 3: Combine and refine:

• Kepler’s Crucible
• Red Horizon Rising
• Seeds of a New Earth
• Don’t judge your ideas initially. Embrace quantity and diversity.
• Use mind maps, word lists, or freewriting to spark creativity.
• Combine different elements from your brainstormed ideas to create unique titles.
• Get feedback from others to gain new perspectives and refine your options.
• Take breaks and come back to your brainstorming with fresh eyes.

Getting feedback on your title ideas is crucial for refining them and ensuring they resonate with your target audience. Fresh perspectives can help you identify weaknesses, highlight strengths, and discover hidden potential in your titles. Here are some ways to effectively gather feedback:

• Trusted readers: Share your title ideas with beta readers, critique partners, or writing groups who understand your genre and target audience. Ask them for honest feedback on clarity, intrigue, memorability, and overall impression.
• Industry professionals: If you have access to editors, agents, or librarians, their insights can be invaluable. They can offer guidance on industry trends, marketability, and potential audience appeal.
• Online communities: Utilise online forums, writing communities, or social media groups relevant to your genre. Share your title ideas and ask for feedback from potential readers.
• Read your title aloud: Read your shortlisted titles aloud to yourself or others. Pay attention to how they sound, their rhythm, and how they flow. Does the title trip off the tongue or feel awkward?

Imagine you’ve written a lighthearted cozy mystery novel set in a charming English village. You have two potential titles:

• The Village Vicar’s Sticky Scones: This title is playful and hints at the setting and tone, but might be too specific and not intriguing enough.
• Murder Under the Marmalade Moon: This title is more evocative and mysterious, but doesn’t directly connect to the village setting.
• Beta readers: Some find “The Village Vicar’s Sticky Scones” too cute and lacking suspense. Others enjoy the cosy vibes.
• Writing group: They suggest “Murder Under the Marmalade Moon” is intriguing but lacks the village element.
• Librarian: They advise including the village name for discoverability and suggest “Death in Darjeeling Acres: A Marmalade Murder Mystery.
• Be open to constructive criticism and use feedback to refine your title, not feel discouraged.
• Consider the source of the feedback and their expertise in your genre and target audience.
• Don’t feel obligated to adopt every suggestion, but use them to shape your title into the best version it can be.
• Ultimately, trust your gut feeling and choose the title that resonates most with you and best represents your story.

By actively seeking and incorporating feedback, you can ensure your title is not only well-crafted but also has the potential to captivate your target audience and draw them into your story.

Before finalizing your book title, it’s crucial to ensure it doesn’t infringe on existing trademarks or copyrights. This protects you from legal issues and ensures your chosen title is uniquely yours. Here’s how to approach copyright checking:

• Trademark databases: Utilise online resources like the Gov Trademark Search website, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website or the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Global Brand Database to search for existing trademarks that match your title or are confusingly similar.
• Copyright catalogues: Search the Library of Congress Copyright Office website or other relevant copyright registries to see if any existing books or creative works share your title.
• Consult a lawyer: While not always necessary, an intellectual property lawyer can conduct a comprehensive search and advise you on potential risks and best practices.
• Manual search: Conduct a simple Google search for your title and any variations to see if similar titles exist.

Imagine you’ve written a fantasy novel titled “Whispers of the Wind.” Before finalizing it, you decide to check for copyright.

• Trademark database search: You find several registered trademarks for “Whispers” and “Wind” used in various products and services, but none specifically for a book title.
• Library of Congress search: You discover a few books with similar titles, but none are identical and the content differs significantly from your story.
• Manual search: A Google search reveals a few blog posts and poems with similar titles, but nothing substantial.
• Even if your title doesn’t seem to directly infringe on an existing trademark, consider its potential for confusion in the marketplace.
• Copyright and trademark laws are complex. Consulting a legal professional is recommended for intricate cases or if you’re unsure about the results.
• Checking for copyright early saves you time and effort in the long run, avoiding potential legal hurdles later.
• It’s important to be proactive and responsible when choosing your book title.

By checking for copyright, you can ensure your book title is legally sound and sets you up for success in the publishing world.

Reading your shortlisted book titles aloud might seem simple, but it’s a surprisingly effective way to refine your choices. This practice allows you to assess the title’s sound, rhythm, and flow, ensuring it’s not only catchy but also enjoyable to say and remember.

• Read slowly and deliberately: Pay attention to the pronunciation of each word and how they connect together.
• Listen for awkwardness or tongue twisters: Certain combinations of words might be difficult to pronounce or sound clunky.
• Consider the overall rhythm: Does the title have a pleasing cadence or flow? Does it sound too monotonous or jarring?
• Get feedback from others: Ask friends, family, or fellow writers to listen to you read the titles and share their impressions.

Imagine you’ve narrowed down your title choices for a historical fiction novel about a female pirate captain to:

• The Fearless Captain Fiona: This title is clear and informative, but sounds a bit generic when spoken aloud.
• Siren of the Seven Seas: This title is more evocative, but saying it aloud reveals the “s” sounds can be repetitive and slightly awkward.
• Crimson Sails at Dawn: This title is visually strong and has a nice rhythm when spoken, creating a sense of adventure and intrigue.
• Read your shortlisted titles aloud multiple times to get a good feel for them.
• Consider recording yourself and playing it back to gain a more objective perspective.
• Ask others to read the titles aloud for their feedback on clarity, flow, and overall impression.

By taking the time to read your titles aloud, you can identify hidden strengths and weaknesses, ensuring you choose a title that not only sounds good on paper but also resonates with readers when spoken. This simple step can make a significant difference in the memorability and impact of your book title.

Your book title is the first impression you make on potential readers, so it’s crucial to tailor it to your specific target audience. Understanding their interests, preferences, and reading habits will help you choose a title that resonates with them and entices them to pick up your book.

Here’s how to consider your target audience:

• Genre: What genre conventions are readers familiar with? Can you use them in an interesting way?
• Age group: Are you writing for children, young adults, adults, or a specific age range within those groups? Each has different expectations and preferences.
• Reading level: Consider the vocabulary and complexity appropriate for your target audience.
• Interests: What are their hobbies, values, and concerns? Can you connect your title to their interests?
• Pain points: Does your book address a common challenge or aspiration for your target audience? Can you highlight this in the title?

Imagine you wrote a young adult science fiction novel about a group of teenagers who discover a hidden portal to another dimension. Here are two potential titles, each targeting a slightly different audience:

• Warp Speed Rebels: This title uses action-oriented language and genre jargon, appealing to readers who enjoy fast-paced adventures and are familiar with sci-fi terminology.
• The Secret Beyond the Stars: This title is more mysterious and evocative, using imagery that might attract readers who enjoy a sense of wonder and discovery, even if they’re not deeply familiar with sci-fi tropes.
• Research your target audience to understand their preferences and expectations.
• Don’t alienate potential readers with overly technical jargon or obscure references.
• Consider the emotional tone and overall message you want to convey.
• Test your title ideas with members of your target audience to see how they react.

By carefully considering your target audience, you can craft a book title that acts as a magnet, attracting the right readers and setting the stage for a successful journey into your story.

A memorable title is like an earworm – it sticks in your mind, piques your curiosity, and leaves you wanting to know more. It’s the difference between a book that gets lost in the crowd and one that stands out, enticing readers and staying with them long after they’ve finished the story. Here are some key ingredients for a memorable title:

• Uniqueness: Avoid generic titles that blend in with the masses. Aim for something fresh, original, and unexpected.
• Clarity: While being unique, ensure your title is still clear and conveys the essence of your story without being overly cryptic.
• Intrigue : Spark curiosity and pose questions in the reader’s mind. What is this story about? Why should I read it?
• Emotional Connection: Tap into the emotions your story evokes, whether it’s excitement, suspense, wonder, or something else.
• Strong Imagery: Use vivid language or metaphors that paint a picture in the reader’s mind and leave a lasting impression.
• Rhythm and Flow: Consider the sound of your title. Does it roll off the tongue easily? Is there a pleasing rhythm or rhyme scheme?

Imagine you’ve written a historical fiction novel about a young woman who disguises herself as a man to fight in the Civil War. Here are two potential titles, one forgettable and one memorable:

• A Soldier’s Secret: This title is clear but lacks memorability. It uses generic phrases and doesn’t offer a unique hook.
• Lilac and Lead: This title is more evocative and memorable. It uses contrasting imagery (“lilac” and “lead”) to hint at the character’s hidden identity and the harsh realities of war.
• A memorable title is more than just a label; it’s an invitation to the story.
• Don’t be afraid to experiment with different words and phrases to find the perfect combination.
• Read your title aloud and see if it sounds catchy and memorable.
• Test your title on others and see if they remember it easily.
• Consider the title’s visual appeal and how it would look on a cover.

By crafting a title that is unique, emotionally engaging, and visually striking, you can ensure your book leaves a lasting impression on readers and entices them to delve into your story.

Immersing yourself in titles of successful books within your genre offers valuable insights and inspiration for crafting your own title. By analyzing what resonates with readers and how authors approach titling within your genre’s conventions, you can gain valuable knowledge to inform your own choices.

• Identify trends and common elements: See which keywords, themes, and stylistic choices are popular within your genre.
• Discover unique and effective examples: Find titles that stand out and understand what makes them work.
• Avoid cliches and overused phrases: Notice what’s been done before and steer clear of repetitive titles.
• Gain inspiration for your own brainstorming: Spark new ideas and approaches based on what you observe.

Imagine you wrote a cosy mystery novel set in a quaint English village. Here’s how browsing your genre can help:

• Identify trends: You notice many titles use the village name, mention quirky characters, or hint at the mystery’s core.
• Discover gems: You find titles like The Body in the Biscuit Tin, Death in the Darjeeling Acres, and Murder with Marmalade.
• Avoid cliches: You steer clear of generic titles like The Village Mystery or Murder Most Foul.
• Spark inspiration: You brainstorm titles like ‘The Vicarage Vanilla Custard Caper’ or ‘Quiche and Quiet’.
• Don’t simply copy existing titles; use them as springboards for your own unique creations.
• Consider your target audience within the genre; what appeals to them specifically?
• Pay attention to the emotional tone and overall message conveyed by successful titles.
• Don’t be afraid to experiment and add your own creative twist while staying true to genre conventions.

By browsing books in your genre, you gain valuable insights into reader expectations and effective titling strategies, allowing you to craft a title that stands out, entices your target audience, and perfectly represents your unique story.

Please see our Christmas Book Title Generator for more fun ideas.

Including relevant keywords in your book title can be a strategic way to improve its discoverability, especially online. This tip is more related to non-fiction books , rather than fiction. When readers search for books in your genre, they often use keywords to narrow down their options. By incorporating relevant keywords naturally into your title, you can increase the chances that your book appears in their search results. However, it’s crucial to strike a balance between using keywords effectively and maintaining the overall quality of your title. 

Here’s how to do it right:

• Identify relevant keywords: Research keywords related to your genre, themes, plot points, and target audience. Use tools like Google Keyword Planner or bookseller websites.
• Incorporate them naturally: Don’t stuff your title with keywords; instead, weave them in organically and grammatically.
• Focus on clarity and flow: Remember, your title should still be catchy, memorable, and enjoyable to read.
• Consider long-tail keywords: These are more specific phrases readers might use, like “time travel romance novels” instead of just “romance.”

Don’t do the following:

• Keyword stuff: This makes your title sound unnatural and spammy.
• Mislead readers: Don’t include keywords unrelated to your book’s content.
• Neglect the title’s other functions: Remember, your title should also intrigue readers and reflect your story’s essence.
• This title includes keywords like “personal finance,” “wealth building,” and “financial freedom,” which are commonly searched terms for individuals seeking financial advice.
• This title incorporates keywords such as “healthy eating,” “nutrition,” and “meal planning,” catering to readers looking for guidance on improving their diet.
• This title includes keywords like “DIY,” “home improvement,” and “renovating,” targeting homeowners or renters interested in tackling home projects themselves.
• Keyword research is valuable, but don’t prioritize it over crafting a compelling and well-written title.
• Use keywords strategically and naturally to enhance discoverability without compromising the title’s overall quality.
• Consider the search intent behind keywords; what are readers truly looking for when using them?

By following these guidelines, you can leverage the power of keywords to improve your book’s visibility without sacrificing its creativity and appeal.

Many readers are drawn to books that address common challenges, aspirations, or questions they face in their own lives. By highlighting how your book tackles a relatable problem, you can pique their interest and encourage them to pick it up.

Here’s how to use this tip effectively:

• Identify the core problem: What issue does your story explore? Is it overcoming fear, finding love, achieving a dream, or something else?
• Frame it in a compelling way: Don’t just state the problem; present it in a way that resonates with your target audience and sparks their curiosity.
• Hint at the solution: Without giving away the ending, suggest that your book offers guidance, hope, or inspiration for overcoming the problem.

Imagine you wrote a self-help book about overcoming social anxiety. Here are two potential titles:

• Understanding Social Anxiety: A Guide to Self-Discovery and Confidence: This title is informative but doesn’t explicitly mention overcoming the problem.
• Unleash Your Inner Voice: Conquer Social Anxiety and Embrace Connection: This title directly addresses the problem (“social anxiety”) and promises a solution (“conquer”).
• Not all books need to solve a problem, but it can be a powerful tool to attract readers and set expectations.
• Ensure the problem you present is relevant to your target audience and aligns with your book’s content.
• Don’t overpromise or mislead readers; focus on the genuine value your book offers in addressing the problem.
• Don’t spoil the ending or the specific resolution in the title.
• Maintain a balance between intrigue and clarity; the problem should be clear, but not all the details revealed.
• Consider using strong verbs and active voice to convey a sense of empowerment and possibility.
• Think about the emotional impact of the problem and how you can evoke it in the title.
• Consider using metaphors or symbolism related to the problem to add depth and intrigue.

By crafting a title that highlights the problem your book addresses and its potential solution, you can attract readers who are actively seeking guidance or a path forward, ultimately increasing the appeal and impact of your work.

A captivating title can instantly grab a reader’s attention by hinting at the core tension, struggle, or clash that drives your story forward. This approach works well across various genres, from action-packed thrillers to character-driven dramas, as it taps into the inherent human interest in conflict and resolution.

• Identify the central conflict: Pinpoint the main challenge, disagreement, or obstacle that your characters face, shaping their actions and decisions.
• Refine it into a powerful phrase: Capture the essence of the conflict in a concise and evocative way, using strong verbs and imagery.
• Consider different angles: You can frame the conflict from the protagonist’s perspective, the antagonist’s, or even a broader thematic angle.

Imagine you wrote a historical fiction novel about a forbidden romance between a prince and a commoner during a time of civil war. Here are two potential titles:

• A Crown Divided: This title mentions the setting and theme but doesn’t directly address the forbidden romance.
• A Prince, a Peasant, and a Forbidden Love: This title highlights the central conflict (forbidden love) and its contrasting elements (prince vs. peasant).

Please see our Romance Book Title Generator for more ideas.

• Avoid spoilers: The title should pique curiosity without revealing the entire plot.
• Maintain genre relevance: Ensure the conflict aligns with reader expectations for your genre.
• Strike a balance between intrigue and clarity: The conflict should be hinted at, not entirely cryptic.
• Consider using figurative language like metaphors or similes to add depth and symbolism to the conflict.

By crafting a title that effectively highlights the central conflict of your story, you can captivate readers from the very beginning, promising an engaging journey through the challenges and triumphs your characters face.

While book title generators can’t guarantee a perfect title, they can be a valuable tool in the brainstorming process, sparking new ideas and helping you explore different directions. 

• Use book title generators with caution; some may not be reliable or produce high-quality results.
• Don’t plagiarize; use the generated titles as inspiration, not copy them directly.
• The best title will ultimately come from your own creative vision and refinement.
• Share the generated titles with others for feedback and see which ones resonate most.

By using book title generators thoughtfully and critically, you can add them to your arsenal of tools to overcome creative roadblocks and discover hidden gems that might spark the perfect title for your book.

For some more inspiration, here are some book title ideas that we have brainstormed. Whether you are writing a romance, a thriller, a fantasy, or a memoir, you will find some inspiration here for your next bestseller:

• Beneath the Neon Glow
• Where Whispers Meet the Wind
• The Clockwork Detective
• The Alchemist’s Daughter
• The Painted Dragon
• The House on Widow’s Hill
• The Quantum Garden
• The Last Bookstore in London
• Secrets of the Midnight Garden
• Shadows of the Silver Moon
• Code Name Butterfly
• Echoes of an Empire
• The Island of Lost Dreams
• The Haunting Melody
• Moonlight Waltz
• The Chef’s Daughter
• The Girl Who Spoke to Shadows
• The Cat Who Knew Shakespeare
• The Code Breakers
• The Clockwork Heart

For more ideas, please use our book title generator .

Frequently Asked Questions

Still pondering the perfect title? Dive into our FAQ section, where we tackle your burning questions about crafting a captivating book name. From length and intrigue to genre expectations and avoiding clichés, we’ve got you covered.

A good book title is a captivating invitation to your story. It should be short, memorable, and intriguing, leaving readers wanting to know more. It should reflect the book’s core themes and genre, while also being unique and avoiding clichés. Think of it as a spark of curiosity that ignites the imagination and promises a satisfying reading experience. Remember, a well-crafted title can be the difference between getting lost in the crowd and truly captivating your audience.

Unfortunately, there’s no single “proper” way to title a book, as it depends heavily on your specific story and target audience. However, there’s a process you can follow to increase your chances of finding the perfect title:

• Understand your story: Reflect on the core themes, genre, plot points, and characters. What makes your book unique? What kind of emotions do you want to evoke? Knowing these will guide your title choices.
• Consider your audience: Who are you writing for? What kind of titles do they typically enjoy? What are their expectations for your genre? Tailor your title to resonate with their interests.
• Brainstorm and experiment: Don’t be afraid to generate numerous options! Play with different words, phrases, and structures. Use tools like online thesauruses and rhyme dictionaries for inspiration.
• Apply key principles: Keep your title concise (ideally under 10 words), easy to pronounce and spell, and unique enough to stand out. Ensure it reflects the story’s essence without giving away too much.
• Seek feedback: Share your shortlisted titles with trusted readers or writing groups for their honest opinions. Their diverse perspectives can be invaluable.
• Read it out loud: Does the title sound good and flow naturally? Does it have a satisfying rhythm?
• Consider practicalities: Check for copyright restrictions before finalizing your title. Consider including relevant keywords that potential readers might use in their searches.

By following these steps and embracing creativity, you’ll be well on your way to finding a title that perfectly captures your book’s essence and entices readers to dive in.

To make your title stand out, aim for a sweet spot between uniqueness and clarity. Don’t be afraid to experiment with wordplay, unexpected elements, or genre-bending approaches, but ensure it still conveys the core themes and resonates with your target audience. Think intriguing, not cryptic, and use strong verbs and imagery to paint a vivid picture. Remember, your title is a promise to the reader, so make it one they can’t resist!

Technically, yes, 2 books can have the same title. However, there are some important considerations and potential drawbacks to be aware of:

• Legality: While titles themselves aren’t copyrightable, using an identical title for a book with substantially similar content could be considered copyright infringement.
• Discoverability: Having the same title as another book, especially a well-known one, can make it harder for your book to be discovered. Readers searching for the other book might miss yours entirely.
• Confusion: Sharing a title can lead to confusion among readers and potential buyers, thinking they’re the same book or sequel.
• Credibility: A unique title reflects effort and originality, while a duplicate might raise questions about your creativity and research.
• Alternatives: Consider adding subtitles, series names, or author names to differentiate your book. You can also explore similar-sounding but distinct titles that capture the essence of your story.

Ultimately, the decision to use the same title depends on your specific situation and risk tolerance. If you’re unsure, seeking advice from a publishing professional or literary agent is recommended.

Determining the “most popular” book title is tricky because popularity can be measured in various ways and across different time periods. However, here are some considerations:

• Sales figures: The Bible is estimated to have sold the most copies globally, exceeding 5 billion. However, it’s a collection of religious texts rather than a single book.
• Individual books: Looking at individual titles, classics like “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen, “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee, and “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” by J.K. Rowling have sold hundreds of millions of copies worldwide.
• Translations and adaptations: Some titles like “Cinderella” or “Romeo and Juliet” have been adapted and translated countless times, making them widely recognized across cultures and languages.
• Impact and cultural influence: Titles like “Animal Farm” by George Orwell or “1984” might not have sold the most copies, but their impact on literature and society is undeniable.

Ultimately, the “most popular” book title depends on the chosen metric. While sales figures and individual book success offer one perspective, cultural influence and enduring popularity tell a different story.

Currently, the longest recorded book title belongs to “The historical development of the Heart i.e. from its formation from Annelida: Clam worm, Seamouse, Lugworm, Megascolex, Tubifex, Pheretima, Freshwater leech, Earthworm, and its position in the animal kingdom, particularly in relation to the Mollusca and Annelida. Its blood-supply, nerve supply, muscular supply, and lymphatics. With notes upon a new method of dissecting the leech and the demonstration of a new dissecting instrument” by Vityala Yethindra. This mouthful of a title clocks in at a staggering 3,777 words or 26,021 characters.

 However, it’s important to note that:

• This title is an outlier and not representative of most books.
• Extremely long titles often serve specific purposes beyond aesthetics, such as providing comprehensive details about the book’s content.
• While technically impressive, such titles can be impractical for marketing and reader experience.

 It’s generally recommended to keep book titles concise, memorable, and reflective of the story’s core idea. Focusing on these aspects will create a title that effectively attracts readers and resonates with them, ultimately serving your book better than aiming for sheer length.

While there’s no strict rule about how long is “too long” for a book title, there are definitely some practical considerations to keep in mind:

• Aim for under 10 words: This is a good rule of thumb for most genres, balancing conciseness with capturing the essence of the story.
• Consider adding a subtitle: If you need more detail, a subtitle can provide further information without sacrificing the title’s impact.
• Prioritise clarity and intrigue: Even with a shorter title, ensure it’s clear, engaging, and leaves the reader wanting to know more.
• Discoverability: Search engines and online retailers typically display only a portion of the title. If it’s too long, the full title might be truncated, making it harder for readers to find your book.
• Readability and Memorability: Long titles can be cumbersome to read and remember, making it less likely for readers to associate the title with your book later.
• Marketing and Promotion: Shorter titles are easier to fit on book covers, promotional materials, and online listings, maximizing their impact.
• Target audience: Some genres, like children’s books, may have expectations for shorter titles.
• Genre conventions: Consider the typical title lengths within your chosen genre. While you can break conventions for a good reason, understand the potential impact.
• Balance: Aim for a clear and concise title that accurately reflects your story without sacrificing necessary information.

Remember, the most important factor is to choose a title that effectively captures the essence of your story and resonates with your target audience. Don’t be afraid to experiment and test different options to find the perfect fit!

Whether or not your book needs a subtitle depends on various factors, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide:

 Use a subtitle when:

• Your title is short and needs clarification: A subtitle can expand on the title’s meaning or provide crucial context, especially if it uses figurative language or symbolism.
• Your genre typically uses them: Subtitles are common in certain genres like self-help, memoirs, non-fiction, and some fiction to further categorize the book’s content.
• You want to highlight a key selling point: S ubtitles can emphasise specific aspects like target audience, plot elements, or themes to attract the right readers.
• You have a long title: A subtitle can break it down for easier reading and memorability.
• It adds a punch or intrigue: A cleverly crafted subtitle can enhance the first impression and pique reader interest.

 Skip the subtitle when:

• Your title is clear and self-explanatory: If the title conveys everything effectively, adding a subtitle might be redundant.
• It feels forced or clunky: A subtitle shouldn’t sound like an afterthought or overshadow the title’s impact.
• It gives away too much of the plot: Avoid spoilers or revealing major information that should be discovered within the story.
• It sounds like a tagline: Remember, the subtitle clarifies the title, not replaces it with a promotional blurb.

Remember, a well-crafted subtitle can be a powerful tool, but use it judiciously and prioritize a title that stands strong on its own.

Finding the perfect book title to intrigue readers and reflect your story is no easy feat, but we hope these tips have sparked some fresh ideas and strategies. 

Now it’s your turn – share your own title creative process! What unexpected tactics or challenges have you encountered when naming your book? Have you found particular words or approaches that hook readers in your genre? How did you refine your options to find the ideal title that captured your book’s essence? Which books do you feel have particularly exceptional titles and why? 

We’d love to hear your experiences, insights, and anecdotes on the often-tangled journey to distil your masterpiece into the perfect few words. After all, every great title has its own origin story. So tell us in the comments: how do YOU come up with a good book title?

Marty the wizard is the master of Imagine Forest. When he's not reading a ton of books or writing some of his own tales, he loves to be surrounded by the magical creatures that live in Imagine Forest. While living in his tree house he has devoted his time to helping children around the world with their writing skills and creativity.

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Crafting the Perfect Book Title: How to Make a Good Title for a Book in 2023

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In a world filled with countless books vying for readers’ attention, a captivating and memorable book title can be the deciding factor in capturing their interest. The perfect title piques curiosity and sets the tone and expectations for the story within. In this blog post, we will discuss how to make a good title for a book, exploring key components, strategies, and pitfalls to avoid while learning how to make a good title for a book that resonates with the target audience.

Short Summary

• Creating an effective book title requires clarity, memorability, genre appropriateness, and emotional impact.
• Strategies for generating book titles include drawing inspiration from the story or using a generator.
• Consider legal and trademark considerations before finalizing to ensure accuracy.

The Importance of a Great Book Title

A book title is not merely a label; it is a powerful advertisement that can make or break a book’s success. An effective title captures the reader’s attention first, conveys the essence of the story, and leaves a lasting impression on potential readers. A great title can lead to increased sales and improved visibility on platforms like Amazon, while a poor title choice can leave your book sitting unnoticed on the shelf.

For nonfiction books, the title plays an even more crucial role in establishing authority, building a brand, and garnering media attention. By employing strategies such as using a provocative tone, making a promise, targeting a specific audience, or providing a solution to a problem, you can craft a title that not only attracts readers but also communicates the value of your nonfiction book.

Key Components of an Effective Book Title

Choosing the right title for your book requires a careful consideration of several essential elements, including clarity, memorability, genre-appropriateness, and emotional impact. In this process, analyzing successful book titles can provide valuable insights, proving that book titles matter.

In the following subsections, we will explore each of these components and discuss how they contribute to creating an engaging and successful title.

Clarity and Simplicity

A straightforward and easily understood title is crucial to prevent misunderstanding and ensure that your book appeals to the intended audience. Readers tend to avoid titles that are difficult to pronounce or seem silly when spoken aloud, which can negatively impact potential sales. It is important to strike a balance between being creative and maintaining simplicity to convey the book’s message effectively.

Length of long titles also plays a role in title clarity. Shorter titles tend to be more memorable and discoverable, so it is suggested to have a maximum word count of five words for a book title.

A clear and concise book title enhances the book’s marketability and complements the book cover design, making it essential to focus on crafting the perfect title, not just the book title.

Memorability

A memorable book title captures readers’ attention and encourages word-of-mouth recommendations. To create a title that sticks in readers’ minds, consider employing strategies such as alliteration or incorporating emotional trigger words that evoke strong reactions from readers.

When crafting a title, it is crucial to take social context into account, as word-of-mouth plays a significant role in a book’s success. Ensure that your title is easy to pronounce, understand, and share with others, as this increases the likelihood of people remembering and discussing your book with their acquaintances.

Genre-Appropriateness

An effective book title should accurately represent its genre, appealing to the target audience and setting accurate expectations. To achieve this, research the titling norms of your book’s genre and examine the titles of other books in the same genre, topic, or niche. By doing so, you can ensure that your title resonates with your intended readership and avoids any potential confusion or disappointment.

In addition to being genre-appropriate, a book title should also evoke emotion and intrigue. For example, the Harry Potter series uses evocative words like “Sorcerer’s Stone” and famous phrase “Deathly Hallows” to create a sense of excitement and wonder, drawing readers into the magical world of the story.

Strategies for Generating Book Title Ideas

There are numerous approaches to brainstorming and developing book title ideas, ranging from drawing inspiration from your story to incorporating popular phrases or cultural references. Another useful tool to consider are book title generators, which can provide unique and creative suggestions for your next masterpiece. While working on your project, you may use a working of best book title generators until you finalize the perfect name.

In the following subsections, we will explore these strategies and provide examples and tips for each method.

Drawing Inspiration from Your Story

One effective way to generate a book title is to use elements of your story, such as the plot, characters, or setting, as a source of inspiration. By doing so, you can create a title that is not only relevant but also engaging and true to the essence of your story. Alternatively, you can use a book title generator to help you come up with a unique and captivating title. For example, you might consider using a memorable phrase or quote from the narrative, or even the name of a main character or the story’s setting.

When drawing inspiration from your story, it is essential to ensure that the title is catchy yet still conveys the intended message. Avoid overly clever titles that may be unclear and cause confusion, as this can hinder the book’s memorability and overall success.

Incorporating Popular Phrases or References

Using well-known phrases or cultural references in your book title can help capture readers’ attention while ensuring originality and avoiding copyright issues. For example, you might adapt a familiar phrase or idiom, creating a unique variation that sounds interesting but still offers a degree of recognition.

However, when incorporating popular phrases or references into novel titles, it is essential to be mindful of potential copyright issues, such as plagiarism or trademark infringement. To prevent any legal complications, ensure that your book title is distinct and not too similar to existing titles, and investigate any potential trademarks or copyrights related to the phrase you are using.

Considering a One-Word Title

Choosing a single-word title can be both compelling and memorable, provided that it effectively encapsulates your book’s themes and hooks readers. A powerful one-word title can also enhance the striking imagery of your book cover, further attracting potential readers.

When selecting a one-word title, it is important to avoid using ubiquitous words or misspelled/made-up words to ensure discoverability. Instead, focus on finding a unique and meaningful one word titles that captures the essence of your story and resonates with your target audience.

Fine-Tuning Your Book Title

Once you have generated a list of potential titles for your book, it is essential to refine and perfect your chosen title to ensure maximum impact and discoverability.

In the following subsections, we will discuss various aspects of fine-tuning your book title, such as utilizing relevant keywords, ensuring discoverability and uniqueness, and obtaining feedback from your target audience.

Utilizing Relevant Keywords

Incorporating relevant keywords into your book title can significantly boost its searchability and appeal to your target audience. For example, an author creating a book on resumes could include “resume” in the title and “CV” and “cover letter” in the subtitle to make the book easily discoverable by potential readers searching for information on these topics.

However, it is essential not to compromise the authenticity of your title for the sake of searchability. While including relevant keywords can enhance your book’s discoverability, it should not detract from the integrity of the work or diminish the overall appeal of the title.

Ensuring Discoverability and Uniqueness

To ensure that your book title stands out and is easily found, it is crucial to check for existing titles, consider international variations, and assess domain name availability. By doing so, you can create a unique and memorable title that captures the attention of potential readers and encourages them to explore your book further.

Additionally, when considering international aspects, it is important to ensure that your title is accepted and understood in various markets. This may involve translating the same title back into different languages, considering cultural nuances, or even adjusting the title to better suit specific regions.

Testing and Feedback

Obtaining feedback on your book title from your target audience is invaluable in determining its appeal and effectiveness. By presenting your potential titles to real people in your intended readership, you can identify the best title and ensure that it resonates with your audience. Various methods can be employed to gather feedback, including online polls, writing groups, or consulting industry professionals.

It is important to note, however, that friends and family may not always provide objective feedback due to personal biases. Additionally, using social media to evaluate your title may not yield accurate results, as your online connections win friends might not represent your target audience. Therefore, it is crucial to utilize multiple sources of feedback and carefully consider the input you receive when selecting your final book title.

Navigating Legal and Trademark Considerations

Before finalizing your book title, it is essential to be aware of any potential legal or trademark issues that may arise. Ensuring that your new title name does not infringe on any existing trademarks is crucial to avoid any legal complications down the line.

When checking for trademark violations, consider the original title in various languages and any potential variations. If you suspect that your title might be in violation of a trademark, consult with an IP attorney to ensure that your title is legally sound and free from any potential issues.

The Role of Subtitles in Non-Fiction and Fiction Titles

Subtitles can be a powerful tool for non-fiction books, providing additional context and clarity to the main title. A well-crafted subtitle and good titles can help readers understand the expected outcome of reading the book and better convey the book’s content. For example, an author writing a book on personal finance might include a subtitle that promises specific financial benefits or results.

While subtitles are more commonly used in both nonfiction titles and-fiction titles, they can also be effectively employed in fiction titles, including science fiction, when appropriate. A carefully chosen subtitle can add depth and intrigue to a fiction title, enticing readers to delve into the story and explore the world within.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Book Title Creation

When crafting your book title, it is essential to be mindful of common pitfalls that can hinder your book’s success. Avoid being too vague or unclear, as this can make it difficult for readers to understand the content of your book. Similarly, a generic title can make it difficult for readers to distinguish your book from others on the same subject, resulting in decreased sales.

Other pitfalls to avoid include negative titles that may impede readers’ ability to identify with your book, and excessively lengthy or complicated titles that can make it difficult for readers to remember.

By being aware of these common mistakes and taking the necessary precautions, you can create a strong and successful title that captures the attention of your target audience and sets your book up for success.

In conclusion, crafting the perfect book title is a delicate balance of clarity, memorability, genre-appropriateness, and emotional impact. By drawing inspiration from your story, incorporating popular phrases or references, considering a one-word title, and fine-tuning your title with relevant keywords, discoverability, and feedback, you can create a captivating and successful title that resonates with your target audience. Remember to navigate legal and trademark considerations and avoid common pitfalls to ensure your book’s success. With these strategies in mind, you are well-equipped to craft a title that will leave a lasting impression on your readers and set your book apart from the rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can i come up with a book title.

Creating a catchy and effective title for your book is an essential step in the book-publishing process. Follow best practices such as: considering the audience’s interests, using unique phrasing, drawing on literary devices, analyzing other titles, and being creative to come up with an original, memorable and catchy title for your book.

Brainstorming ideas for different titles and testing them out is a great way to come up with a title that will grab readers’ attention. Consider the tone of your book, the genre, and the overall tone of your book.

What should a book title be?

A book title should concisely and accurately reflect the content of the book while also capturing the interest of readers. It should be unique, interesting, and relevant to the subject matter, while also conveying the main message of the book in a creative and memorable way.

How to write a title of a book?

Writing an Effective Book Title: Incorporate Keywords, Make It Memorable and Unique. A good book title should be both memorable and unique, incorporating key words that will give potential readers a clear idea of what the book is about. It should also make a connection with the potential reader somehow.

Use a professional tone and avoid unnecessary words.

What are some strategies for generating book title ideas?

To generate book title ideas, look to your story for inspiration, use classic phrases or references, or opt for a single word that captures the essence of your book. Brainstorming superb ideas and engaging with others who are familiar with your work can help you come up with a captivating title.

How can I ensure my book title is legally sound?

To ensure that your book title is legally sound, research to make sure it does not infringe on any trademarks and, if needed, consult an IP attorney to be sure you are within the bounds of the law.

It is important to take the necessary steps to ensure that your book title is legally sound. Researching to make sure it does not infringe on any trademarks is a key, step by step process. If needed, consulting an IP attorney can help to ensure that you are within the bounds of the law.

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51 Best Catchy Book Slogans and Creative Taglines

We have gathered a list of some of the catchiest book slogans and taglines that shine brightly within the industry. These remarkable slogans are followed by the Greatest Bookstore Names of All-Time and a special post on How to Write a Catchy Slogan that Brings in More Customers .

A great eye for good books.

A great place to be stranded.

A Novel Idea.

A world of books for young and old.

Always full of inspiration.

Always worth a browse.

As the Page Turns.

Because you read.

Books to change our world.

Discover something new.

Enrich your life.

For booklovers.

For the discerning reader.

Hooked on Books.

I Like Big Books and I Cannot Lie.

Inspiration for every age.

It’s Book O’Clock.

Lit Happens.

More than a book store.

New ideas arriving daily.

Passion for books.

Passionate about books.

Rage About the Page.

Read Between the Wines.

Read freely.

Read It and Reap.

Read It Like You Mean It.

Read, Lead, Succeed.

Reads Well With Others.

Real bookshop with real book people.

Spend less. Read more.

The independent bookshop with traditional values.

The internet’s largest bookstore.

The last word in books.

The legendary independent bookstore.

To Read, Or Not To Read…Not Even a Question.

We have all the best stories.

We Lose Ourselves in Books, We Find Ourselves There, Too.

What goes into the mind comes out in life.

What will you discover together today?

What’s your story?

Whatever you’re in to, get into Eason.

When it comes to completeness, we wrote the book.

Where Montreal’s readers and writers gather.

Where the bookstore comes to you.

Where you never pay full price for anything.

Where your journey begins…

Whitcoulls- guaranteed great read or your money back.

Who Picked This Book?

You’re bound to find more.

You’re Only One Book Away From a Good Mood.

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Tips and Examples to Create Catchy Titles and Get More Readers

An attractive title can trigger reader response, as your title is a snapshot of what to expect in your essay or book. Catchy titles for essays, newsletters, articles, blogs, science projects and autobiographies have a big effect on your readership.

Creative and tricky titles catch the attention of the readers. To fulfill the expectations of the readers, you should also have good content in your essay, article, or newsletter. Here are some examples of catchy titles in different areas of writing. Pay attention while reading the following titles and watch which titles grab your attention.

Science projects

School going children are often interested in science fair projects. A title in the ‘question form’ always arouses curiosity of the reader to know more.

Attractive Titles for Science Projects

~ How do Mosquitoes Breed ~ How to Make an Egg Float ~ Tornado in a Bottle ~ Does Music Affect Plant Growth ~ Why Does the Cow Keep Chewing Cud? ~ Physics of Baseball

Creating unusual titles for essays is almost same as creating attractive titles for science projects. Essay writing is an art but title writing also requires skills.

Good Titles for Essays

~ Three Ways in Which Chemistry is Related to Your Life ~ Importance of Media ~ Bad Effects of High Population ~ Ways to Save Money ~ Is Praying Beneficial ~ Global Warming and Deforestation ~ Pros and Cons of Zoos ~ Bilingual Education in School ~ Living Without Television ~ How Much is Too Much Homework ~ Mobile Phones – Necessity or Nuisance

Impressive Titles for Articles

~ Why is the Sky Blue ~ Why is the Ocean Salty ~ Why Am I Always Hungry ~ Am I Overweight ~ Why Do Dogs Eat Grass ~ Side Effects of Fish Oil ~ Advantages of Internet Banking ~ What Women Want from Men ~ How to be a Good Husband ~ Rioja – Spain’s Great Wine

Newsletters

One of the most common naming techniques used by people is using the name of your niche in your newsletter. This explains what the content is about. The target market also plays an important role. Some names are creative, catchy and easy to remember. The risk in such names is that the audience can’t understand what your newsletter is about.

Appealing Titles for Newsletters

~ Affiliate Marketers Weekly ~ Pet Lovers Tips & Trends ~ Christians Weekly Talks ~ Work at Home Moms ~ Blue Velvet Times ~ Zapping Tides ~ Daily Bread

These days, blogging is quite common. You can express and share your thoughts through your blog. You can even earn a lot of money through advertisements; but for that your blog should have good and authentic content. A good title can definitely bring more visitors. Blog name should be readable and memorable. One should find it easy to spell and pronounce. It should be short and obviously unique. Here are a few examples of good blog-titles.

Nice Titles for Blogs

~ Mind Salad ~ Slow Turtle ~ Fresh Kites ~ Thanks a Lot ~ Daily Insanity ~ Born Confused ~ Death Valley ~ Short Circuit ~ Here Comes da Pain ~ We Regret To Inform U ~ Caffeine in My Brain

Autobiographies

Autobiographies of world-famous personalities are read by people with curiosity. They don’t need any introduction. In fact, a simple title is enough for a reader to pick up the book. Some autobiography titles are symbolic, revealing the facts in the life of the person.

Perfect Titles for Autobiographies

~ Jackie Chan, I Am Jackie Chan: My Life in Action, 1998 ~ Benjamin Franklin, The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, 1869 ~ Helen Keller, The Story of My Life, 1903 ~ Mark Twain, Mark Twain’s Autobiography, Posthumous, 1907 ~ Adolf Hitler, Mein Kampf (My Struggle), 1925 ~ Mahatma Gandhi, The Story of My Experiments with Truth, 1927 and 1929 ~ Nirad C. Chaudhuri, The Autobiography of an Unknown Indian, 1951

~ Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, 1969 ~ Ronald Reagan, An American Life, 1990 ~ Nelson Mandela, Long Walk To Freedom, 1995 ~ Barack Obama, Dreams from My Father, 1996 ~ A P J Abdul Kalam, Wings of Fire, 1999 ~ Craig Thompson, Blankets, 2003 ~ Chelsea Handler, My Horizontal Life: A Collection of One-Night Stands, 2005 ~ Ronald Reagan, The Reagan Diaries, 2007 ~ Fidel Castro, My Life – A Spoken Autobiography, 2006 ~ Eminem, The Way I am, 2008

Writing Captivating and Creative Titles

The article title or the newsletter title is the key to getting people to open up and read your article. Catchy titles for science projects can make the reader enthusiastic. A good title sums up what the essay is all about. With the help of a nice title, you can influence a book buyer to buy your book. People do judge the book by its cover. Without an attractive title, the rest of your words may be in vain.

Splendid subject matter

~ For writing impressive titles, you should first take into consideration the subject matter, how you are going to argue, etc. If you have chosen one word, then you should look for the synonyms; as you may get a catchier word than the original word you’ve chosen.

Crisp title

~ Your title should not be either too long or too short. Don’t cram too much information into the title. Re-read your title aloud and check whether it sounds like a paragraph, cut out some words to make it as concise as possible. The title should sound catchy.

~ Being specific will make your reader pay more attention to your articles, essays or newsletters. The title should reflect the things which the audience is looking for.

Target audience

~ Determine your audience and then decide on a title. For writing a better title, you should put yourself in the reader’s shoes.

~ You can then try puns or play on words which can give your title a clever element as long as they’re not overly cheesy.

Imitating famous titles

~ You may try imitating any famous TV show title or select a phrase from any famous song which can work as a catchy title.

Simple words

~ You should avoid difficult to pronounce words in your title. The language should be simple.

If your articles or essays are on the Internet, title plays a major role in the whole phenomenon. By using title as a part of your search engine optimization (SEO) strategy, you can cover the top 10, top 20 and top 30 results to increase your on-line exposure. Writing attention-seeking titles involves imagination and creativity. Skillfully designed titles lure people into clicking. These days, software that generate random albeit super catchy titles for articles that are bound to make people click, are available. You can enter subjects to generate titles related to them. So, generating attractive titles is no big problem.

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771 Book Blog Name Ideas For Your Literary Journey

Hey, fellow bookworms! 😊

As you dive into the world of book blogging, the very first hurdle is… well, what should you call it?

The name matters. Trust us.

Just like a gripping title makes you pick up a book, a captivating blog name will make readers pause and visit.

And book lovers are actually some of the best audiences to reach out to because they love nothing more than reading.

So, buckle up! We’re about to drop a huge list of book blog name ideas to kickstart your literary journey.

Catchy Book Blog Names

You know, a catchy name is like that book cover you just can’t ignore. It stands out. Draws readers in.

Why Go Catchy? A catchy name is memorable. When readers stumble upon a zillion blogs every day, you want yours to stick. It’s almost like having a bestseller. Instant recall.

Remember: Catchy doesn’t mean complicated. It should roll off the tongue and be easy to type.

Think about it: “The Hunger Games.” Simple. Yet, unforgettable, right?

Alright, ready for some inspiration?

Dive into these catchy book blog names:

• Literary Insights
• Novel Notes
• Readers’ Realm
• Narrative Nook
• The Book Lady
• Story Spectrum
• Book Hooked
• Flowing Words
• Readers’ Cave
• Bibliophile Beat
• Novel Experiences
• Diary of a Bookworm
• Reading Resonance
• Shelf Help Books
• By Hook Or Book
• The Plot Thickens
• Puns and Roses
• Fiction Focus
• Literary Lounge
• Bookalicious
• The Magic of Words
• Igniting the World
• Book Beaver
• Hungry for Books
• The Comprehensive Reader
• Book Addicts
• Read More Books
• Reading on the Run
• Books, Music, Coffee
• Book Empress
• Journal of a Bookworm
• The Paperback Princess
• Bookie Bits
• Chapter Chats
• Literary Ledger
• Novel Navigators
• Prose Place
• Readers’ Review
• Bookish Beat
• Lit Lifelines
• Page Pioneers
• Narrative News
• Epicenter Reads
• Book Blueprint
• Novel Numbers
• Tome Territory
• Prose Pursuits
• Reads Reviewed
• Story Spotlight
• Book Breakdown
• Fiction Finder
• Chapter Chronicles
• Lit Leaders
• Tales Unfolded
• Novel Nexus
• Prose Pulse
• Bibliophile Bulletin
• Page Pursuits
• Reading Radar
• Bookish Broadcast
• Story Seekers
• Literary Link
• Novel Narratives
• Tome Trails
• Bookish Bytes
• Fiction Forward
• Read Reflect
• Narrative Nectar
• Literary Lift
• Novel Nuggets
• Story Station
• Tome Tidbits
• Page Points
• Reading Routes
• Bookish Bench
• Lit Listings
• Fiction Files
• Chapter Check
• Narrative Nods
• Bookish Buzz
• Epic Echoes
• Tales Tapped
• Novel Nudges
• Story Stands
• Reading Ranks
• Literary Loom
• Prose Pointers
• Chapter Clues
• Bookish Bites
• Narrative Nests
• Reading Reverie
• Story Strokes
• Novel Nodes
• Literary Latch
• Epic Entails
• Bookish Blend
• Fiction Frames
• Read Relays
• Narrative Niche
• Chapter Channels
• Tome Trends
• Literary Lanes
• Bookish Bounds
• Fiction Foci
• Reading Ripples
• Novel Nests
• Epic Embers
• Page Pivots
• Story Sifters
• Chapter Charms
• Prose Prism
• Bookish Bridges
• Fiction Facets
• Novel Ideas
• Prose and Cons
• Paged With Interest
• Well-Readhead
• Tome Sweet Tome
• Read Between the Wines
• Plot Twisters
• Take A Leaf Out Of This Book
• Shelf Aware
• Of Mice and Pen
• Booked for the Weekend
• Readers’ Digestive
• War and Piece
• The Grape Gatsby
• Lord of the Fries
• A Room of One’s Scone
• Tequila Mockingbird
• Brewed Awakening
• A Novel Approach
• Pride and Punctuation
• To Read or Not To Read
• Eats, Shoots, and Leaves a Review
• Gone with the Whimsy
• Unputdownable
• Cover to Cover
• Daily Digests
• Read ‘n’ Roll
• The Novel Nook
• Plot Puzzles
• Word Wonder
• The Prolific Pen
• Scribe’s Scroll
• Fictional Feasts
• Parchment Pursuit
• Fictional Fervor
• Bookish Beats
• Reading Reprieve
• Page Perusal
• Bibliophile Bliss
• Timeless Tomes
• Boundless Bibliophile
• Page-turner Pulse
• The Fable Foyer
• Daily Dialectic
• Prologue Ponderings
• Literati Love
• The Prose Portal
• Bookmarked Bliss
• Plotting Paths
• The Book Bar
• The Prose Place
• Vivid Volumes
• Tale Tangle
• The Plot Pub
• Plotlines And Prose
• The Bookish Bistro
• The Bookish Banquet
• Plot Pursuits
• The Cozy Chronicle
• Reader’s Reverie
• Tale Trends
• Chronicle Crave
• The Cozy Corner
• The Bookish Banter
• Chronicle Cafe
• The Book Boutique
• Scripted Sojourns
• Book Bazaar
• Bookish Bubbles
• Reading Rendezvous
• Written Wonders
• Novel Notions
• The Reading Retreat
• The Bookish Bind
• The Book Bazaar
• Endless Epics
• Infinite Imagery
• Bound By Books
• Epic Embrace
• Daily Debut
• The Prose Pub
• The Literary Loft
• Infinite Imaginations
• The Book Bistro
• The Prose Potion
• Spine Chillers
• The Book Buffet
• The Page Palette
• Paperback Palace
• Fable Frames
• Daily Dose of Drama
• Prose Perusal
• Literary Labyrinth
• Papyrus Pulse
• Fiction Fascination
• Daily Discourse
• The Novel Nerd
• Prolific Prose
• Manuscript Mélange
• Literary Lore
• Ink Imprints
• Boundless Books
• The Book Brew
• Spine-tingling Stories
• Wordy Wonders
• Ink Impressions
• Characters And Chapters
• Bookish Binge
• The Story Sanctum
• Chronicle Chasers
• Epic Endeavors
• The Compelling Chapter
• Literary Luxuries
• Narrative Nuances
• The Literature Lovers
• Volumes of Verve
• The Literature Lounge
• Inky Insights
• Novel Nibbles
• Plot Pursuit
• The Novel Nest
• Rustic Readers
• Plot’s Peak
• Quill Quirks
• Bibliophile’s Boudoir
• The Story Suite
• Reading Room
• Daily Drama
• The Bookish Brew
• Quill Quest
• Storyline Synergy
• Reading Respite
• Literary Latte
• The Fiction Flare
• Bountiful Books
• Imagined Ink
• Daily Dystopia
• The Page Pundit
• Scripted Saga
• Daily Dialogues
• Chronicles Corner
• Reading Refuge
• Parchment Parlor
• Quotation Quest
• Prose and Plots
• Paperback Perks
• Infinite Ink
• The Bookish Beat
• Fiction Feeding
• The Epilogue Essence
• Character Chronicles
• Bookish Banter
• Eloquent Editions
• Plot Provisions
• The Narrative Nudge
• Books And Bagels
• The Fiction Feeds
• Ink Inspiration
• Read Relish
• PageTurners
• Prose Patrol
• Fable Forest
• Narrative Nectars
• Tales And Tomes
• Verbose Vibes
• Scripted Symphony
• Reading Realm
• Manuscript Muse
• The Open Book
• The Wordy Wanderer
• Prolific Pages
• Storyline Stash
• Literary Lantern
• The Stylish Scribe
• Page Turner
• Novel Nibble

Creative Book Blog Names

Creativity stands tall. Especially in a sea of similar-sounding names.

Why Go Creative? Creative names evoke emotions. They paint a picture in the reader’s mind. The more vivid, the better.

But be cautious. With creativity, the balance is key. Too far off, and readers might get puzzled.

Remember “A Series of Unfortunate Events”? Intriguing, right? It promises a tale, a journey.

Check out these creative book blog names:

• The Story Seeker
• Whispering Words
• Prose Pavilion
• Story Street
• Fable Fusion
• The Reading Refuge
• Avid Adventures
• Book Buffet
• Novel Nuances
• Page Parables
• Whispers of Words
• Prose Uncovered
• Enticing Epilogue
• Stanzas And Stories
• The Reading Respite
• The Inked Inn
• The Manuscript Mansion
• Pensive Page-Turners
• Reading Realms
• Fiction Fizz
• Bookish Boutique
• Spilled Ink Insights
• The Chapter Chronicles
• Prose Palette
• Prologue Perspectives
• The Chapter Cafe
• Prologue and Pages
• Captivating Chronicles
• Between the Bindings
• Literary Liaisons
• The Narrative Niche
• Autographed Anecdotes
• The Tale Tracker
• The Book Beacon
• Inked Wisdom
• Bibliophile Banter
• The Epic Encounter
• Literati Lounge
• The Vivid Volumes
• Marginal Musings
• Prose Paradise
• Dreamy Dialogues
• Library Labyrinths
• UnBound Chapters
• The Quotation Quarters
• Literary Lighthouse
• Book Boudoir
• Plotting Pages
• Fable Factory
• Inked Impressions
• Papyrus Parlor
• The Printing Press
• The Story Soiree
• Literary Luxe
• Fictitious Fervor
• Storyline Snippets
• The Novel Nexus
• Diction Diner
• Attic of Authors
• Daily Dose of Discourse
• Chapter Chatter
• The Scripted Sanctuary
• The Spine Spree
• Dainty Dictums
• Scripted Serenity
• Diction Delight
• The Word Weaver
• Bookish Bliss
• Print and Prose
• Enchanted Editions
• The Paged Path
• Bookish Bistro
• Boundless Book Banter
• Parchment Chronicles
• Bibliophile’s Bakery
• Literary Lush
• Enchanted Epics
• The Librarian’s Loft
• Literary Lunch
• The Fiction Fortress
• The Storybook Sanctuary
• Book Banter
• The Boundless Bookshelf
• Narrative Nibbles
• Prose And Poetry
• The Story Stash
• Ink And Insights
• The Folio Forum
• Tangled Texts
• Compendium of Chronicles
• Bibliophile’s Bistro
• Words And Wanderlust
• The Bookmarks Bureau
• Dose of Diction
• The Boundless Bookstore
• The Bookish Boulevard
• Prose And Parchment
• The Plot Point
• The Fable Factory
• The Escapist Editions
• Wordsmith’s Workshop
• Chronicles of Candor
• The Tale Tavern
• The Story Spectrum
• Inked Pages
• The Volume Vault
• The Bookish Bungalow
• Epic Escapades
• The Reading Room
• Daily Dose of Dystopia
• Epilogue Emporium
• The Printed Place
• Narration Nibbles
• The Book Club
• The Storytelling Studio
• Wisdom Well
• The Fictional Feast
• Book Banquet
• Bookish Breeze
• The Textual Trove
• The Written Word
• Paperback Pursuits
• Words And Wonders
• Captivating Chapters
• Prose And Parchments
• Manuscript Musings
• Bookish Feast
• The Printed Passage
• The Folio Frontier
• The Parchment Parlour
• The Narration Niche
• Wisdom Waves
• The Tale Twist
• Storyline Spectrum
• The Literary Lair
• Narrative Nuggets
• Book Barrel
• Words And Whisky
• Tome Traditions
• The Narrative Nook
• Prose And Potions
• Between The Hardcover
• Prose And Pages
• Saga Sanctuary
• Words And Wisdom
• Paperbound Pulse
• Bookish Beginnings
• Verses And Volumes
• Prose And Plumes
• Witty Wordsmiths
• Versed Ventures
• The Book Bundle
• Storybook Sojourns
• The Volume Voyage
• The Fictional File
• Literary Digest
• Wit And Wisdom Library

Unique Book Blog Names

Want to carve a niche? Go unique. But remember, unique doesn’t mean abstract.

Why Go Unique? Unique names set you apart. They’re like those rare editions every bibliophile cherishes. Distinct and irreplaceable.

A tip from us: Blend personal experiences with bookish terms.

Now, let’s stir those creative juices, shall we?

Unravel these unique book blog names:

• Lit Labyrinth by Laura
• Novel Nook Nests
• Book Binge Bayside
• Prose Pulse Points
• The Page Turner
• Ink Slingers
• Book Babble
• The Novel Daily
• Reads Review
• Dose of Drama
• Book Bender
• Inkling Ideas
• Chapter Chat
• Parchment Parade
• Letter Lounge
• Book Bistro
• Literary Lair
• Dose of Books
• Ink Innovations
• Reader Revels
• Edition Echoes
• Print Pulse
• Book Bounty
• Dose of Novels
• Chapter Chase
• Read Revelry
• Literary Lux
• Book Dynamo
• Reading Rush
• Book Beacon
• Narrative Notes
• Book Buzzer
• Literary Lines
• Book Brunch
• Novel Niche
• Book Barometer
• Ink Igniters
• Novel Narrator
• Book Brilliance
• Book Breeze
• Book Bubble
• Novel Network
• Book Balloon
• Narrative Navigator
• Book Bungalow
• Ink Invaders
• Novel Navigator
• Book Bedtime
• Reading Router
• Ink Invasion
• Novel Nomad
• Narrative Nest
• Book Bridge
• Reading Ritual
• Wordsmith’s Wonderland
• Dystopian Digest
• Tale Temptations
• Literati Lodge
• Novella Niche
• Tome Travels
• The Tale Teller
• Magic Manuscripts
• Literary Lion
• Lexicon Lovers
• Plots and Prologues
• Written Whispers
• The Bibliophile Bunker
• Scribe’s Scrolls
• Austen Avenue
• The Boundless Book
• Fables Found
• Inkwell Ideas
• The Enthralling Epilogue
• Balzac’s Bookshelf
• Inklings Insights
• Parchment Ponderer
• Vivacious Volumes
• The Versed Voyager
• Fantasy Fiction Focus
• Pensieve Pages
• The Quill Quest
• Parable Planet
• Eloquent Epiphanies
• Classic Connoisseurs
• Fable’s Footsteps
• Bewitched Books
• Novella Nook
• The Chapter Chaser
• The Versed Vagabond
• Mystic Manuscripts
• Odes of Old
• Intriguing Inklings
• Enlightening Editions
• Lexicon Lair
• Spellbound Scrolls
• Whimsical Writings
• Pages of Passage
• The Quill’s Quest
• Words in Wanderlust
• Enthralling Editions
• Fable’s Footnotes
• Prose And Poetry Perusal
• Boundless Bookworm
• Turning Pages
• Attic Adventures
• Parable Pundit
• Volumes Voyage
• Poesy’s Prose
• Tome Tracker
• Worded Wonders
• The Quirky Quill
• The Prose Prospector
• Twisted Tales
• Epic Epochs
• Moby’s Digest
• Narrative Navigators
• The Story Space
• Chronicles of Novels
• The Literary Lens
• Incantation Ink
• The Yarn Yard
• Captivating Codex
• Word Wanderer
• Storyteller’s Study
• The Book Brigade
• Story Sanctum
• Pages and Prose
• Vibrant Volumes
• Parchment and Prose
• Storyteller’s Soirée
• Serene Stories
• Storybook Sanctum
• The Read Retreat
• Bookish Beatitudes
• Wordsworth Wonders

Book Blog Name Generator

Okay, feeling a tad overwhelmed? It happens. Especially when the possibilities are, well, endless.

That’s when a name generator can be your best bud.

How does it work? Feed in keywords. Hit generate. Voila! A plethora of names at your fingertips.

Our Two Cents: Generators give you a starting point. Feel free to tweak the results. Personalize them.

Still with us?

Jump into these generated book blog names:

• Biblio Play
• Prose Party
• Word Wizardry
• Book Junkiez
• Story Scribbles
• Quill Whisper
• Page Turner Blog
• Paper Trailz
• Bookish Fiesta
• Bookworm Hub
• Plot Twist Zone
• Bookworm Haven
• Bookish Tales
• Prose Playground
• Literary Journey
• Prose Palace
• Novel Nirvana
• Page Turners
• Literary Larks
• Page Turner Hub
• Book Jamboree
• Bookish Babble
• Chapter Chums
• Bookworm Buzz
• Literary Lark
• Bookworm Nook
• Bookworm Bliss
• Story Safari
• Read Revolution
• Story Stash
• Book Whimsy
• Literary Laughs
• Book Worm Club
• Bookish Glee
• Bookish Joy
• Story Sparkle
• Ink Whisper
• Novel Whimsy
• Book Wormery
• Literary Whimsy
• Bookish Vibes
• Story Stomp
• Story Sphere
• Book Chatter
• Bookworm Bash
• Story Siesta
• Whimsy Words
• Read Rendezvous
• Novel Fiesta
• Bookworm World
• Charming Chapters
• Inked Imagination
• Bibliophile Buzz
• Page Pounce
• Plot Pirates
• Lit Junkies
• Book Wizards
• Plot Playground
• Literary Llamas
• The Bookish Den
• Inked Whimsy
• Bookish Shenanigans
• Bookworm Chronicles
• Bookish Escapades
• Storyland Adventures
• Plot Pounce
• Biblio Bliss
• Novel Ninja
• Story Scoop
• Read It Rave
• Chapter Chirp
• Ink Imagination
• Literary Fun
• Page Turnerz
• Quirky Reads
• Chapter Charm
• Story Journey
• Page Turner Party
• Literary Jamboree
• Storytime Shenanigans
• Readaholic Rendezvous
• Word Whimsy
• Bookish Haven
• Bookish Fun
• Bookish Buddy
• Story Swoop
• Storybook Journey
• Read Sparrow
• Page Ponder
• Story Stroll
• Page Turn Pals
• Book Nookery
• Novel Charm
• Quirky Verse
• Chapter Caper
• Chapter Cheer
• Lit Lovers Land
• Bookworm Bonanza
• Epic Era Chronicles
• Mystical Manuscripts
• Fable Frontier Fort
• Tale Trek Terrains

How To Pick A Name For Your Book Blog?

Choosing a name for a book blog goes beyond picking catchy words. It’s about evoking the rich world of literature, appealing to your target audience, and setting the tone for your content.

Let’s deep dive.

• Genre Specificity: If you’re focusing on a particular genre, let it shine in your name. “MysticMurders” for a mystery blog or “FantasyFolio” for fantasy lovers.
• Literary Techniques: Employ literary devices for a touch of flair. Alliterations like “Bibliophile’s Bliss” or metaphors like “Literary Lighthouse” can make your blog memorable.
• Classic References: Dive into the classics for inspiration. “Austen Avenues” or “Shakespearean Shades” can be a nod to iconic authors and draw readers who appreciate these references.
• Play With Bookish Terms: Words like “chapter”, “prologue”, “epilogue”, “verse”, or “tome” can be creatively integrated. Think “ChapterChats” or “ProloguePages.”
• Localization: If you’re focusing on regional literature or writing in a specific language, include that. “Slavic Stories” or “Francophone Fiction” can attract a targeted readership.
• KISS (Keep It Short And Simple): “The Lit Lane” instead of “The Long Literary Lane of Luscious Reads.”
• Future-proof It: Planning to expand genres? Choose a flexible name.
• Check Domain Availability: Before finalizing, always ensure your chosen name is available as a domain. You don’t want to pick the perfect name only to realize it’s taken online. You don’t want copyright issues.
• Gather Feedback: Share your options with a book club or on literary forums. Fellow bookworms might offer insights you hadn’t considered. A fresh set of eyes can give perspective. But remember, it’s your call.

Conclusion: Book Blog Names

Phew! That was quite a literary journey, wasn’t it?

Remember, your blog’s name is its identity. Its face. It should mirror your love for books and resonate with your readers. But most importantly, it should resonate with you .

Happy naming and happy blogging! 📚🚀

P.S. Once you’ve picked a name, drop it in the comments. Would love to see what you came up with! 👀👇🏼

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The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit won’t reconsider a panel decision blocking a Texas law requiring booksellers to assign sex-content ratings for titles sold to public schools.

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