A question about author blurbs

At the moment, I’m in the process of requesting author blurbs for my upcoming Aphrodisia release, DARKEST FIRE–at the request of my editor. Clearly, the folks at Kensington believe blurbs by authors help a book sell. To clarify, when I say “blurb” I”m talking about those short, punchy promo-ish, “Hot, saucy, fun! This book is great! by Jane Bestseller” lines you see highlighted on newbie/midlist authors’ book covers.

I’m not sure they do much. Maybe I’ve been reading too many blogs online?

On one hand, it’s been stated on blogs and forums, by countless people, that these kinds of blurbs are completely overlooked. One blogger even stated it might work against the book, if the blurb is by an author she doesn’t like.

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So, I ask, what are your thoughts? Does a cover blurb make you take a second look? Would it make you buy a book by an unknown-to-you author? Or do you view cover blurbs as nothing but clutter on a cover?

Blurby goodness

It took me all day yesterday, but I have FINALLY come up with a blurb for Lust’s Temptation that I’m happy with. I’m hoping the folks at Ellora’s Cave, and, more importantly, my readers agree!

Lust’s Temptation

Tawny Taylor

Book Two in the Masters of Sin series.

Troi and Amun—one dominant, the other submissive, both alpha—are possessed by the spirit of Lust. Its dark demands have tested their will every minute of every day for centuries. And they’ve committed deviant, selfish acts to satisfy its unrelenting carnal hunger. But the guilt doesn’t overwhelm them until they meet Oriel. She is their salvation, their peace. They need her. But they don’t deserve her.

Life’s lessons have taught Oriel not to trust anyone, especially gorgeous men who will use anyone for their own satisfaction. Granted, they’re sexy. Charming. Her body responds to their every look and touch. But she can’t—won’t—take a chance on them. Until she realizes she can run away, but she can’t escape from the emotions they stir.

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So, what do you think? Is it good? Great? Terrible? In your opinion, what makes a great blurb/back cover copy? Do you have a favorite? Have you read one and thought to yourself, OMG, that’s freaking brilliant! Post it in the comments!

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