Book Descriptions Made Simple…
Who knew writing the book would be the easy part?
You’ve finished the manuscript. Now (horrors!) you need to create a book description that will capture readers’ attention and make them want to buy it. But how can you possibly cram all the best parts of your amazing story into only two hundred words or less?
If writing your book blurb makes you want to throw your laptop out the window, I have great news for you:
I can help.
As an experienced book description writer in a wide variety of genres—from fantasy to thriller to romance to memoir—I’ve helped many authors showcase their stories. I even count the traditional publishing house Harlequin among my clients. And I would love to create a book description that will place your story in its most enticing light.
Let me make your marketing copy work as hard as you do.
Read on to see how I can help you make your masterpiece shine!
Talena
Robin Marr, fantasy author
“Talena is a joy to work with. The whole experience was an exercise in cooperation and teamwork, and I felt deeply included throughout. She gave me a totally different insight into the selling features of my book and how to maximise them. I have every intention of seeking her help on my next series.”
– Robin Marr about a new description for urban fantasy Broken Witch
“She gave me a totally different insight into the selling features of my book and how to maximise them.”
Book Description Copywriting or Editing
Through consultation with you, I will either write your book description for you or revise your version to something your ideal reader will want to one-click.
Includes:
Hook
Long description (for retailer and website landing pages)
Short description (for places where a short summary is better)
One-liner (log line or elevator pitch)
Ad copy suggestions
Written-for-you or edit-your-version: $225 CAD
I work best in these genres:
fantasy (of all types)
science fiction
romance (especially sweet romance, paranormal romance, romantasy, historical romance, contemporary romance. No erotica.)
suspense, including romantic suspense
women’s fiction & drama
thriller & psychological fiction
action-adventure
mystery, especially cozy mystery
memoir
nonfiction and self help
Melissa Keaster, memoir and fantasy author
“In a single afternoon, Talena helped me fine tune my wordy, wandering book blurb into something streamlined and precise. She looked at my draft, asked insightful questions, and worked with me until we came up with something that should help sell the book. I would recommend this process to any indie author needing a little help with that troublesome back cover.”
– Melissa Keaster about revising the author’s description of medical memoir The Road to Jubilee
“Talena helped me fine-tune my wandering book blurb. Recommend!”
Ready to improve your book’s sales page?
Working with me is easy!
Fill out the form below to get the ball rolling.
I’ll get in touch within one business day to discuss your project.
We schedule your book description and unleash the magic!
I look forward to hearing from you!
Talena
Brenna Bailey, queer contemporary romance author
“Descriptions are a key piece of book marketing, and I am glad I put mine in Talena’s hands. She is an expert copywriter, and her knowledge and experience make her the ideal person to work with to give your book a description that shines. I’m grateful to have Talena on my team, and I highly recommend her services!”
– Brenna Bailey about creating original descriptions for the queer contemporary small town romance Juniper Creek Golden Years Series
Books: A Tale of Two Florists, Of Love and Libraries, Wishing on Winter, Forever in Flowers
“I’m grateful to have Talena on my team, and I highly recommend her services!”
About Me:
Hi! I’m Talena Winters, an independent fiction author, editor, and copywriter. I’ve been writing marketing copy for over twenty years and book descriptions for nearly ten. I’ve helped many other authors create marketing copy that sings, and I can’t wait to help you do the same with yours!
Talena
TC Marti, fantasy author
“Talena was easy and fun to work with, and kept in regular contact throughout the process. In the end, my book description shined and she also gave me quite a few awesome shorter descriptions and ad ideas. Highly recommended!”
– TC Marti about an original description for the urban fantasy Cursed Mage (Catenarian Chronicles)
“In the end, my book description shined. Highly recommended!”