Which is More Likely to Make You Pick it Up?

C.R. Misty
Aug 8, 2017 · 2 min read

Hello,

This post was inspired by a recent blog post from the writers at Draft2Digital on writing better book descriptions.

I have a published romance series and my goal is to gain more readers and so I thought I would try a different approach and write a different book description.

Please let me know in the comments which book description do you prefer?

BOOK DESCRIPTION 1

Jordan Connor just wanted to build a social media platform but she never thought that one tweet would change her life forever.

When a handsome writer named Devon turns to her asking to read his work, Jordan finds herself doing what she never does, saying yes. Now with his transcript in her hands, and a promise made to him, she finds herself in the beginnings of an unlikely relationship.

The problem is Jordan is developing feelings for Devon. This shouldn’t be happening, but it is and she is married. Unless Jordan can learn to say no, it will put her relationship with her husband Josh, to the ultimate test.

Which promise will Jordan keep? Buy this book and start reading today!

BOOK DESCRIPTION 2

This is not about wandering hearts. It’s not about a desire to cause trouble. This isn’t about insecurity, hate or revenge on a loving partner. This isn’t about a loveless marriage or a person with a screwed up moral compass.

Maybe you are confident that your own relationship is strong. Maybe you are each other’s world. Maybe you have what others are trying to find. Maybe you know in a heartbeat it can change…

A marriage is put to the test. Jordan is revealing her secrets. They tried this past summer with going through fertility treatment only for it to fail. Her husband Josh has taken a second job to support them. The long hours are starting to put a strain on the relationship and Jordan often finds herself alone. One day she meets Devon online. He is charming, fun and is also a writer. Jordan knows that she likes him but dismisses the thought at first…This is a romance.


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I write romance novels and blog about writing, designing and the experience & stuff that goes with it. http://ladymaverickpublishing.blogspot.ca/?m=1

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