Welcome to The Writer's Segment. So...I am very passionate about writing and thought it might be interesting to start blogging a little bit of what I'm doing, how I'm doing it or tips and tricks.
This first segment is about writing an engaging title for your story or novel etc to grab people's attention. But first of all, this does not at ALL have to be written first. In fact, it is easier and more effective to figure out the title after the book is finished and/or in progress. Why? Well, you know the story much better and that might mean the title doesn't fit the story as well anymore. You also know all those tiny little details and clues that really subtly draw out the meaning. Perhaps, in the book your protagonist is on a search for someone who may or may not exist, but the character needs to find him for some reason or another. Instead of something like The Missing Clockmaker maybe the missing clockmaker was actually disguised as another person and at the end reveals his true character and a more intriguing title that also ever so subtly points to the resolution of book; The Revealing... or something similar.
You need to grab the attention of people.
You should have it somewhat unique from other titles.
It should tie into the rest of the story or secretly reveal some of the plot/resolution.
Another helpful hint, is to be able to relate to your readers. If, for example, you are writing a book where the main character is a sophomore in high school, try to have the title reflect shared emotions, feelings, or actions that other high schoolers can relate to.
The title should accurately express the type of story you will be reading. For example, The Hunger Games, is very accurately named because that is what the story revolves around. If you are looking for a cozy read about the love between a dog and his owner that title will have an entirely different approach and sound to it.
That's all for now! We'll see how this goes!
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