Query Friday: Query Tools- Amazon

 

 

 

Okay, so it's possible that I am a little too reliant on Amazon for my daily needs. I shop there. I watch TV there. I often buy my books there, paper, kindle, and audio. And if I'm really bored, I read hilarious reviews about products.

 

However, if I'm writing I try to avoid Amazon at all costs... until now. When writing the DREADED synopsis or an outline (if you are a pantser), Amazon can be a great place to find a template which you can use after you write your opening blurb. Don't believe me? Just pick a genre.

Let's try paranormal, or should I say Supernatural.

So, you can see that for each episode or chapter it gives a highlight of the Action, and the stakes or conflict. Unlike in this example, you will want to give away the ending or share the conclusion of the scene, chapter, and book. You can also explore character development, just like they have done in episode 3 above, touching on the idea that Sam is not sure he can trust himself.

Rom-Coms:

Mysteries:

The possibilities are endless. What do you think? Is this a tool that could work for you? Let me know in the comments below.