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5 Book Title Mistakes That Block Book Sales
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5 Book Title Mistakes That Block Book Sales

Book Revenue Killers Authors must Avoid

Creativity Boost · Iredafe Owolabi

July 22, 202513m 28s

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Show Notes

Top 5 Common Book Title Mistakes That Could Be Hurting Your Sales


In this episode, author and coach IBI shares critical insights for authors struggling with book sales, focusing on common pitfalls in titling books. Drawing on his extensive experience, he outlines five prevalent mistakes: creating titles that are riddles or puzzles, using clever wordplay, relying on niche industry jargon, crafting ambiguous or abstract titles, and employing passive language. He emphasizes the importance of clear, strong, and relatable titles to attract readers and boost sales.


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00:00 Introduction: Struggling with Book Sales?

01:33 The Importance of a Strong Book Title

02:25 Common Mistakes in Book Titles

06:02 Avoiding Clever Wordplay and Jargon

09:47 The Dangers of Ambiguity and Abstraction

11:17 Creating a Clear and Compelling Book Title

12:30 Conclusion: Join the Publishing Profits Challenge

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