Burbs, what are they?

A blurb is a description praising a book. It follows a format that is simple and short. Effectively making it the selling point. Distinguishing between buying or ghosting a book.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire blurb:

Mentions previous books. Persuading readers to catch up before spoiling the end. 

Shares awards and accomplishments the book has made. Applying plausible readability and 

The book thief exemplar:

The tagline "Death has never been busier" and the "country is holding its breath" give the reader an ambiguous meaning. Just those few words give an impactful emotion, hooking the reader's attention. 

The blurb had been split into subheadings. Each one is a declarative sentence (statement). However, the last is imperative. Requesting readers that it's worthwhile. This is a common appearance in blurbs because it entices readers to take the book away. 

Blurbs do contain reviews from the press. In this example, The New York Times called it, "brilliant and hugely ambitious." promoting the book's qualities. 

Hobbit blurb:

- Gives a short description of the book then goes onto the Hobbit trilogy and the author J.R.R Tolkiens.

Contains 3 different presses. One is the Times Literary Supplement, which is a press that specialises in literature. Another is the Daily Mail whose reputation is preceded as honest and critical. And finally, the observer, whose emphasis is on foreign coverage, showing a worldwide view. The publisher has likely chosen these three outlooks because it shows a representation from different standpoints. Those who synchronise with one press more than the other, are more compelled to read the book. An effective way to convince a wider audience. 

The Great Gatsby Blurb: 

The first paragraph consists of a description of the setting and character. 

The blurb text is presented in a way that complements the theme of Art Deco, the 'Jazz' era. 

The writer used The New York Times to give the book credibility. Suggesting someone of high status and knowledge has reviewed the book. 

The last paragraph goes into the biography of the author and sums up his career in an enlightening way, bringing the blurb to a closure.