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Blurb Your Enthusiasm: A Cracking Compendium of Book Blurbs, Writing Tips, Literary Folklore and Publishing Secrets

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SKU: 9780861542178

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Discover the secrets behind captivating book blurbs in “Blurb Your Enthusiasm.” Explore writing tips, literary folklore, and publishing secrets from Penguin’s blurb wizard, Louise Willder. A joyful celebration of books, perfect for bibliophiles and word lovers. Uncover the magic of 100 words and learn how to judge a book by its cover. “A small masterpiece” – Jenny Colgan, Spectator.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780861542178
  • Publisher: Oneworld Publications
  • Publisher Imprint: Oneworld Publications
  • Height: 201 mm
  • No of Pages: 352
  • Spine Width: 30 mm
  • Weight: 386 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0861542177
  • Publisher Date: 12 Apr 2022
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Width: 132 mm

11 reviews for Blurb Your Enthusiasm: A Cracking Compendium of Book Blurbs, Writing Tips, Literary Folklore and Publishing Secrets

  1. Aswin Rajesh

    This book is a gem! Louise Willder’s passion for books is infectious. The publishing secrets were particularly insightful. Highly recommended.

  2. Shambhavi Kalash

    Absolutely brilliant! A must-read for anyone interested in publishing or writing. Louise Willder’s expertise is evident on every page.

  3. Twinkle Israni

    An absolute treasure trove of knowledge! From writing tips to publishing secrets, this book has it all. A delightful and inspiring read.

  4. Rahul Rajak

    A delightful read! Willder’s wit shines through. Some tips were truly helpful, while others felt a bit basic. Overall, a worthwhile purchase for aspiring authors.

  5. Navneet Kumar

    While I enjoyed the book, the writing tips provided were quite elementary. It is more suitable for those new to writing than seasoned writers.

  6. Ireen Ahmad Mir

    Loved the literary folklore and behind-the-scenes glimpses. The writing tips were okay, but the blurbs were inspirational. A fun and fast read.

  7. Abhay Kumar Rajak

    I found this book somewhat useful, with bits of genuinely helpful advice. However, the structure could have been significantly better.

  8. Syed Muneeb Ali

    Charming and informative. A perfect blend of writing advice and literary anecdotes. I especially loved the discussion of different blurb styles.

  9. Aditi

    Enjoyable, but I expected more depth. The blurb examples were fantastic, but the writing advice felt repetitive. Still, a good gift for book lovers.

  10. Shekhar Singh

    A mixed bag. Some chapters were brilliant, others less so. I loved learning about the history of blurbs. Could have been more organized.

  11. Prateek Verma

    A pleasant and light-hearted read. Some sections captivated me, while others felt a bit tedious. An enjoyable book overall for bibliophiles.

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