Your book title is one of the most important decisions you will make as an author. It is often the first thing potential readers notice, and it plays an important role in communicating what your book is about, who it is for, and why they should be interested.

These exercises will help you clarify your book's central message, identify your ideal reader, and explore different approaches to naming your book. You will also consider how a subtitle can add context, communicate the value of your book, and make its subject more immediately clear. By the end of this workbook, you will have a collection of ideas and a clear brief that you can use with AI to develop and refine potential titles and subtitles.

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Find Your Book Title and Subtitle

A strong book title should capture the essence of your book and make the intended reader curious to learn more. Use these exercises to clarify your message, explore different possibilities, and develop a title and subtitle that work together.

Remember: Your title doesn't have to be final yet.

You can use this workbook to explore ideas and create a shortlist. You may find that your preferred title changes as your book develops. The aim is to identify promising options that you can evaluate and refine before making your final decision.

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Your AI Writing Brief

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