The Oxford Dictionary defines a blurb as ‘a short description of a book, film, or other product written for promotional purposes.’ A great definition, yet a blurb is so much more than the word ‘description’ suggests. This is the enticer that goes on the back of your book, or the front page of your Amazon, iBooks, Kobo or other online retailer page. It is the second thing a prospective reader will look for after being drawn in by your cover. As such, the importance of a well-crafted blurb cannot be overlooked. It should be engaging, entertaining and/or representative of the … Continue reading Simply Writing | THE BLURB PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS…