Happy Tuesday, bloggers,
Did anyone struggle with this week’s topic? I can’t be the only one who had no clue on what to pick. Truly, an easy prompt is all I need. 😂 But we need to spice things up, yes?
Top Ten Tuesday, originally created by The Broke and the Bookish and now hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl, is a weekly meme. The new prompt is books I’d give different titles to. I may work for a book publisher, but I might be a little rusty on book titles.
Even though I wasn’t sure what to choose, I hope the post is a fun read for you all!
The Girl the Sea Gave Back
Truthtongue
Easy, simple, and one word that explains a lot. I don’t like long titles, which typically get turned into acronyms. Short and sweet are my fave. And I thought Truthtongue fits that.
Honor Bound
Honor among the Stars
Following the first title, I thought this new name would suit the book better. I don’t mind the original name, but I didn’t love it as I did the first.
Archenemies
Anarchists
Renegades, Anarchists…you get the idea. I thought the publisher would call this addition that. But unfortunately, it picked Archenemies. Yes, it somewhat goes with the theme of the book. But I would have loved the villain’s name on a book for once.
War Storm
Blood Wars
Not much of a change, but I thought it fit with the overall storyline of the book. Blood and war are inevitable, especially in this series. So I thought combining the two would be a nice twist, right?
Wildcard
Darkcross
I DAMN WELL EXPECTED DARKCROSS. But I got Wildcard. Yes, I’m still salty over the name. I wasn’t happy. And I’m still not happy. Just imagine Warcross and Darkcross sit side by side. I’d love it.
Although I haven’t read these I do like your reasoning behind why you chose them- especially since I’m famous for abbreviating long titles and it drives some people crazy lol
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Oooh these are great! I haven’t read these, but I agree about the last one for sure!
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This was a hard assignment. In fact I mixed it up this week and went with books which almost had a different title. <My TTT
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Man – this WAS a hard topic! I loved your answers though – especially “Blood Wars” haha! ❤
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This was a hard prompt this week! I couldn’t come up with anything so I had to change mine. But you did so good! I think I like your titles better! 🙂
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Oooh, Darkcross would be a good title!
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I don’t really like The Girl the Sea Gave Back either. I know it’s a companion novel and not a sequel to Sky in the Deep but it just doesn’t go together
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Ooh so I have a soft sport for long titles and I loved The Girl The Sea Gave Back, I thought it was in fitting with the companion novel.
Definitely agree with Archenemies though! They had one practically begging to be picked and they went with that?
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Yes to Darkcross!
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Truthtongue is a great title.
My TTT.
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I thought Wildcard was a weird choice too. I still haven’t read the book though. Here’s my list: https://speedyreadercom.wordpress.com/2019/10/22/ttt-books-that-need-a-warning-in-their-title/
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My brain couldn’t handle this week’s TTT prompt so I decided to go for something super easy instead 😅I like the changed names that you picked though! I’m even more curious to read The Girl the Sea Gave Back with the name you chose, too! Great TTT 🙂
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Your name changes are well thought out. Here’s mine: https://pmprescott.blogspot.com/
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Those are some great titles!
My Top Ten Tuesday!
Happy reading! 🙂
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This was a tough topic so well done for giving it a go. I think it’s left me with renewed respect for those who have to think up book titles as part of the publishing process.
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That first title is awkward to say. I think it needs a title that flows a little better.
My TTT.
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I love the title Archenemies, but I would love Anarchists too!
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