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Your synopsis is much more interesting. 34 words, a bit longer than suggested but I’m not sure where to cut it down. When widowed FBI Agent Amelia Candler’s colleagues suspect she scammed millions for a bogus Alzheimer’s cure, Amelia must uncover egregious family secrets and survive a deadly deceiver to prove her innocence. Aha! Does that play into it vis-a-vis the other Traveler? I think it would be stronger if you can hint to WHY she is leaving home to traverse the trail. And you can make “stops” an active verb. We can’t tell what she’s trusting her husband to do. I couldn’t think of anything better to write, but I do like P.J.’s suggestion of using the word “quest.”. She never expected to survive? Suggestions? Colin Colbeck sneaks into the deep to rescue his grandmother and stop a troll war that threatens an epic earthquake. . The first one sounds better because being a cult leader already implies that they’re manipulative. This drew their eighteen year old sons, Andrew Walsh and William Caldwell, into the feud. (Notice I fail with that…). When John Smith discovers the CEO of his company is bilking millions of dollars from investors. Sigh. (And yes, that’s a made up country, Fia’s homeland.) Lotsa changes lately, starting middle school, really hard family stuff… I’m thinking going through “La Porta” fixes things, only problem, it’s forbidden. I think you could make your hook stronger by making more of a connection between the memories of Eslan’s father and his being recruited to the school. Had no clue this would be so hard! I need a little more information here, but here’s an attempt to rework your tagline: When a tragic accident leaves her parents in a coma and her brother paralyzed, Emma Johnson stays at her uncle’s ranch in … But in a life no longer worth living, will she learn to live again…and forgive? Interesting premise, and I love the name, but there’s one thing that needs to be addressed – why is it up to Seyune? (Just thinking of the name Stein and Boston’s long and troubling religious struggles. (Okay, so I cheated a bit by using an m-dash.). My book seems a little different than most others, but what do you think about the hook line? ), a secret admirer buoys Anita's spirits, but their identity leaves her questioning the desire of her heart. What do you think? January 2018 You and Christine are right, the passive has to go. Yours is good, I just think it needs a punch, because it sounds like a good book. Yes, the book sounds good. When a hypnotist accidentally uncovers his patient’s latent memories of sexual abuse, he must …. First of all, I love that you named your town Wise. Jackie, who is your protagonist? Maybe “his owner’s?”. This is great! Not sure if you need the year, either. So I am just wondering: do you actually know what it is like to live with Asperger’s? When Thomas McCadden slips through a “Thin Place” and ends up in 643 AD Britain, he discovers another time traveler’s evil plot to disrupt history — which only Thomas can stop. No foreigner had ever been invited to dance at the Bolshoi Ballet Theater, but when a 15-year old Texan ballerina goes to Moscow, Russia to study ballet, she is determined to beat culture shock, one of the world’s most difficult languages, a frozen city awash in oligarch money and corruption, and a cast of exacting ballet teachers on her way to achieving her dream of becoming the first American woman to dance behind the red velvet curtain. This seems like lines from your book as opposed to a pitch statement. Is this an example of systematic abuse by people of power? Fighting for her sanity, a regional federal investigator of paranormal crimes delves into the world of dark magic to find her daughter’s killer. It’s probably not about that, but is there something that might fit? Okay, I’ll shut up about that now. June 2020 I’m honored that you would want my input. Having said that, I think you did a great job and I would LOVE to read a book about an Elf Changeling. If you are using “Appalachian dialect of that era”, you would probably do well to include a small dictionary or some such containing words or sayings that non-enthusiasts could flip to. That sounds good…but maybe throw the stakes in there as something to overcome…Do you see the formula I wrote at the very bottom? Naming her would help as well to get readers to care about her. From the way you wrote the pitch, it seemed to me that you were telling Jack Coal’s story. It certainly sounds like you are writing a book that can help so many. I need help, friends!!! I don’t know if it says enough! The story of a goal-orientated news producer who finds something she can’t check off a list – her husband’s disability. You’re welcome, Ann. In the example from Harry Potter, we know the man who killed his parents is after him. Your original pitch was too general. This is my kind of story! Can Victoria hide her pregnancy and find a husband before it’s too late? Thanks. When her rock star father is murdered, she must do the one thing she never expected–survive. Any suggestions to improve it would be appreciated! Without knowing why he’s stopping her, the conflict isn’t clear. I’m actually writing this as a series, targeted to young readers – 9-10 yr olds. Reworking other people’s taglines is good practice, as well as fun! Why is it important to Tarya? Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 10, 2021 at St. Paul C.M.E. It’s a bit wordy, but it does describe more of what is really happening in the story. This is my first time at this website and I didn’t think I had any idea what I was doing. Much stronger. Thanks, Heather! When young Jacqueline witnesses her stepfather murder her brother, she looks for someone to believe her, and all he wants to do is silence her permanently. She was preceded in death by two children, Jason Kearse and Adrienne Kearse, and one grandchild Damya Walters. OK, now his personal crisis. Fwiw, I live in Summerland and the town is haunted – its famous for it. Have to finish writing it first. His publicist said that if he could give the girl enough confidence to leave an abusive relationship she would provide her publicity services for free. I know you said priests and pastors, but “religious leaders” lacks punch. What: About 25 words that capture your novel, memoir, or non-fiction book. Lured with memories of his father, Eslan Scarian is recruited to an elite school where he enters the lives of others to help in times of need. With that two-sentence logline, I’d replaced “die first” with “die before her father.” “First” is a comparative term and does you no good unless you know to whom she’s comparing her lifespan. Journalists would have a field day with this. November 2010 This is off the cuff, but I'd look into those two elements. I like the play on lead and dancing, but I want to know what’s at stake. Does the embezzler have an existential crisis? Your concept sounds good. Dorianna, Bonded to the most powerful dragon in Magid, not only discovers his plot to kill her and Bond with her unborn child, but that she is also Bonded to a woman from an alternate plane of reality who is prophesied to save her. Also, entering the lives of others to help doesn’t feel like conflict. Lisa, I feel that you have tied this up too neatly. Any tips on how to do this for a non-fiction book (that does not have a main character)? Can you include what the conflict/stakes are? I’d streamline to the main character for the pitch. He, again, went after the Caldwells plus his mother and brother. This is your outline. Make sure to double-check it before submitting it. The novel, Darby, is named after a small community in the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina. Agreed. December 2013 Maybe add one intriguing adjective for Mr. Oliver. Career. Hmm..I like it. This book is about my journey as the parent of an addict whose story has already impacted millions of lives around the world, and how I’ve found treasures on this dark road. July 2016 Ran out of reply room … hopefully this will appear in the right place. I’m glad the premise comes through. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. First book and first one-sentence summary so any input would be very much appreciated. Rachelle mentioned to make the conflict clear, but that we don’t have to hint at the solution. When her new boyfriend’s mentally ill sister complicates Westlin Beck’s life, she must discover how to connect with the girl or risk losing her newfound love. <– i have no clue what I'm talking about here. June 2017 Is her belief that she’s living in a dream important to the plot? That information would help. He must track down the girl’s abusers in order to discover the girl’s true identity and reunite her with her family. You have an interesting concept here, but I just have too many questions to be hooked. A tormented fox has gained control of a powerful sword and three unlikely heroes must lead the forest creatures to reclaim the Kingdom of Sunderland. Christine – thanks! Fear has tormented and kept its victims locked in pain; this book will help set them free as it inspires them to find courage for every challenge. Sociopathology is when someone’s behavior deviates from what is socially acceptable i.e. Then you have a pitch. of a high school. MK – yes, Thomas’ heritage definitely comes into it! Sorry, I can’t help here. July 2011 Speaking of which, is there going to be a limerick contest for Hanukkah? When the ten foot-high front porch light bulb of her parent’s house inexplicably burns out, Dorothy must overcome her fear of heights and her mother’s lack of incandescence in order to help Ray find his way home. confusing? To find his murderer, to get revenge, to keep his band going? . Take two (this is going to take a while)…. Is she a helpless victim or trapped in a sticky web of her own making? December 2016 I didn’t use them for my proposals, though. So for others who are stuck, try looking at another character’s conflict for a hook. When a lifetime of running isn’t enough to escape my genetic predispositions, I rely on observational humor to accept the inevitability of becoming another deranged monkey dangling from my family tree. She was blessed to be the mother of two children. July 2014 A recovering bulimic’s reawakened sexuality has unexpected consequences when her estranged husband kills himself leaving her struggling to understand what love really means. Thank you though, I’ll work on it. (It’s one thing to know and love these kinds of things, but it’s another to force it on others.) Answer the question: what’s your book about? They’re starting from Greenland ca. As her life crashes down around her, Anita’s spirits are buoyed by a secret admirer whose identity will have her questioning the desires of her heart. And if he doesn’t (goal), he will (consequence).”. July 2012 Intriguing. Thanks! What if you were more specific about how he enters the lives of others (is this dangerous? Let’s discuss the one-sentence summary, also known as a logline, a hook, or a one-sentence pitch. LOL, a little of both. January 2012 A doctor who confessed to a murder she didn’t commit must convince the prison psychiatrist she is both honest, and innocent. I’m not sure that ‘sexuality’ is the best word – perhaps ‘passion’ of ‘passions’ would be better? Evelyn, OK. I’m going to give the same advice I gave PJ — instead of a name, tell us something defining about Polly. If interested, please write me mail(AT)MichaelSeese(DOT)com. Thanks! I have three story lines: the woman who dresses as a man joins the rebel cause to prove herself, the slave who escapes from slavery to be free yet gets conscripted and a tejano character who sees the impending breakup of his country and does everything he can to stop it, including turning traitor to his family, friends and neighbors. , Your pitch needs a little bit of tweaking grammatically. How about heartbreaking family secrets? rough- but taking the basic structure and key info on- the language can be smoothed out. And Pote? It describes the conflict well and falls out of traditional patterns of these types of sentences. I had uncertainties about the protagonist, and treated the issue as having several, with one taking more priority over the rest, just as I also have several p.o.v.’s, depending on the action in a particular scene. Alright, I know I kinda missed the party on this one, but I’m finally catching up on emails. I've worked in publishing since 1995 and I love talking about books! Vampire Kellan Donnolly, son of Simon the Apostle,must choose between saving his race from extinction or true love. I would suggest just a minor change: We’ll never measure up to the Pineterest-perfect life, but if we allow ourselves to, we can find freedom in our flaws and discover that our broken places are where the Light shines through. Just trying to make sure everyone is helped. I’m intrigued!! This isn’t a pitch sentence. Good luck. My book is set in 1857, Minnesota Territory, and the bride is VERY concerned that her fiance has disappeared – one of the conflicts she had to deal with is the hundred eager bachelors, when all she wants is the one who’s gone. One plotline, 1 or 2 characters. Please critique. May 2007 Best of luck. I’ve been thinking about mine all day so here goes: When the Texas Revolution erupts, an independent minded young woman who divorced her husband, dresses as a man and enlists as a scout in only to encounter her ex-husband who wants her back. Maybe “When down-on-her-luck writer is abducted to care for …”. Five troubled teens confront demonic forces and deal with their problems in different ways; paranormal meets psycho meets budding love. The conflict is whether to risk your life and your family’s to torture, or try to overthrow an oppressor against all odds. This is the problem, the issue, or the topic of your non-fiction book. Why now? EIGHT DAYS of questionable poetry! Let’s discuss the one-sentence summary, also known as a logline, a hook, or a one-sentence pitch. that more detail is needed. What is a stake for John Smith?he must choose between destroying his career or keeping his integrity.Maybe that’s not the conflict, but put the pressure on the protagonist. It made me think “Are these teachers insanely talented, or are they so talented that they’ve literally gone crazy?”. Thanks for the reply! You’ve given a great setup, but I’m not sure what the conflict is after Chapter 1. much better – and as a Minnesotan, I’d love to read it one day. Holy! But you don’t have a clear antagonist – perhaps the conflict could be more specifically defined? She’s aiding the ghost in committing a murder? If that’s not entirely accurate, at the very least your semicolon should be a comma. (Minor thought – “airline pilot” is almost redundant. , “When a delinquent and a lonely teen are thrown into new foster homes, the only way the girls can escape their disappointments and fears is to work together to find a way out – but working together is a challenge in itself.”, It’s hard to describe the “way out” without giving too much away …. There are six different styles/decodes depending on how the serial number is formatted. Question: About whom is this story? When Jacob accidentally kills a teen heart-throb, he must find a way to evade revenge-seeking fans and the consequences of a lethal pact. I am ready to read your story. The current sentence structure is passive “It takes….” Consider making it more active: “an unwed mother’s miraculous ability teaches Casewell Phillips…” And I would omit saying exactly what her miraculous ability is. @MK, Christine and Dannie – Just wanted to say thank you so very much for your feed back and advice. Thanks for the help! I like the “werewolf afraid of blood” concept! But it sounds like things are happening TO Tess (I know they are). Perhaps “Emma must (do some action) to overcome a growing desire to enter the (whatever) forest and deprive her of her family…and perhaps her life” Whatever would fit there. And, if you can, get some other people, that you know you can trust, to read your work and see what they think about the dialogue. (or whatever his name is) It’s not a mystery, is it? It’s perfect. June 2007 Is he trying to save the victim, or perhaps himself? ), and how am I going to work through the topics (is this a fill in the blank workbook? When drought strikes 1954 Wise, WV, it takes an unwed mother’s miraculous ability to feed the town to teach Casewell Phillips what love and forgiveness mean. Thanks. What’s the conflict? I don’t think I’d word it that way. . But I really like your concept. He must help the girl overcome the trauma and help the FBI track down the pedophiles that abused her. The conflict has more to do with the past than the present; their new foster homes are safe and supportive. Oh, thanks! Accustomed to arranging life to suit himself, psychopathic Jack Coal makes the biggest mistake of his life when he abducts a young mother and her daughter, imprisoning them in the underground tunnels near Burlington Wisconsin, and gets to experience the caustic results of his own Karma as he is hunted and tracked by the woman’s most recent, unknown admirer, enlisting the aid of a black Chow possessing a myriad of intuitive abilities. I’ve had the hardest time trying to describe the pull without going into to much detail. They “become the victims.” Consider switching the sentence construction so that it’s more active: “When a sociopath [to use Dannie’s suggestion] begins killing the holy men of Boston….” I think that might make the sentence stronger. Thank you for the suggestions- dropping weak words and tightening is exactly the inout that is helpful. (If this shows up in the wrong spot, blame it on my browser, it didn’t load the right reply button). Perhaps give away less of the plot. LOL your first version had me thinking she was trekking alone! These books all sound intriguing! Hmm it looks like your website ate my first comment (it was extremely long) so I guess I’ll just sum it up what I submitted and say, I’m thoroughly enjoying your blog. Dolly was employed at Allen’s Food Plant in Montezuma for several years. I appreciate it! I think it’s implied and also your logline shows greater conflict without it. OR Tony Pizzano, here. That is high praise! Your tosser is pretty close, but there’s a backstory which is more of the main story in which our hero makes a pact with his assistant to make a go at living life to the fullest, something he’s never been able to do, then killing themselves if it doesn’t work out. It will also help if they aren’t into your genre, so that you know that if they say they like it, you have a real winner. Who cares about these other guys, John is missing!! Answer these questions and I think you’ll have a better pitch. Is it Alaska during the Gold Rush? […] those following the traditional path to publication, Rachelle Gardner discusses writing a one-sentence summary, Janet Reid zeroes in on how to properly query multiple manuscripts and clarifies an author’s […]. After the death of (whom? When Robert retires, he decides to become an artist but his old-fashioned paintings appall his young artsy wife, and that is only the beginning of Robert’s troubles…. This is too general for me. August 2014 Yes, the plot is that West is learning how to deal with Laurel’s disorder and her dad’s detachment. Anita’s spirits are buoyed by a secret admirer whose identity (passive), "will have her" <- I'd keep it present tense. So are they in the small town, or a big city? 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