How do I pick my book title?

Picking the right book title can be a daunting task. However, it is important to remember that the title is the first thing potential readers will see, and your book title can make all the difference in whether they decide to pick up your book.

When it comes to picking a book title, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that your title is effective and reaches your target audience. Here are some do’s and don’ts to consider:

Do’s:

• Make the title clear and explain the contents of the book. This will help potential readers understand what the book is about and if it is relevant to them.
• Use keywords that are highly searched. This will help your book stand out among the thousands of other books available.
• Make the title intriguing and make readers want to learn more about the contents of the book.
• Keep the title easy to remember and easy to pronounce, making it easy for readers to recommend it to others.
• Use a title that is easy to find on Amazon and other online bookstores.
• Use a title that represents the tone and style of the book.
• Optional: Use a title that evokes emotion and makes people want to read the book.

Don’ts:

• Don’t use a title that is too ambiguous or unclear. This will make it difficult for potential readers to understand what the book is about.
• Don’t use a title that is too long or difficult to pronounce.
• Don’t use a title that is too similar to other existing book titles.
• Don’t use overly technical or academic language that might be difficult for a general audience to understand.
• Don’t be too creative with the title; go for something simple and memorable.
• Don’t use a title that is misleading or does not accurately reflect the contents of the book.

A good title should be clear and explain the contents of the book. It should also be easy to find on Amazon and other online bookstores using keyword searches that are highly searched for but have low competition. This will help your book stand out among the thousands of other books available.

One way to achieve this is to use a title that is a keyword that readers are searching for. For example, suppose your book is about anxiety. In that case, you can use the keyword “anxiety” in the title, making it easier for readers who are looking for information on that topic to find your book.

At Turtle Publishing, we take it one step further by helping authors find keywords that are in high demand but have low competition. This can give you an edge in reaching your target audience and making your book more discoverable. Our team also looks for a lull in the market and offers authors insight on how to reach their target audience better.

Picking the right title for your book is one of the MOST IMPORTANT decisions you have to make when publishing your book. It can make all the difference in whether your book is found or not. You can make your book more discoverable by using keywords that are in high demand but have low competition. At Turtle Publishing, we can help you in this process by providing you with the right tools and advice to make the title of your book a success.

Book a 30-minute free consult with us, and let’s see how we can help your book dream come true.

Kathy Shanks