Reality Writes Ep. 01.18: Book Title Tactics—Baking Up the Best Names
Hello, fellow cozy mystery buffs and pun aficionados! It’s time for another cozy episode of “Reality Writes.” This week, The Tech Guy and I dive deep into the art of book title creation in Episode 01.18. Ever wonder why some books grab your attention right from the shelf? It’s all in the title! From the agony and ecstasy of brainstorming to the final publisher edits, titles are a huge part of a book’s success. Coming up with book titles is one of my favorite parts of the writing process.
We even whipped up some hilariously punny titles with the help of AI—like a mystery called “Bread or Alive”! I’ve loved creating titles for all my series, but particularly my Bakeshop Mysteries and Sloan Krause Mysteries. And speaking of puns, did you know a Harvard study says they’re a sign of high intelligence? Join us for more tidbits like that, and get ready for practical tips on crafting perfect titles.
Get comfy, press play, and step into our world. What’s the quirkiest book title you’ve seen? Drop it below! Catch the latest episode now, and let’s keep this cozy chat rolling!
Fixing to Die … that was the first cozy mystery I saw! Since it used a southern term and I was living in the south at the time, it cracked me up. Especially with the dog and the look on his face on the cover!