How can you condense a story into 280 characters? It isn’t easy, but it is doable. Most formulas include: Protagnist (species/identifiable aspect like kid or grandma, omit names unless famous) + Problem (what do they want & why is it important)+ Resolution (the takeaway)+ Your Story’s Voice. I’ve entered a Twitter contests and have also asked for CP feedback. Check out the resources below. May the ❤️s be in your favor.
Pitch Resources
🔰Writing a Killer Logline
🔰How to Write A One Sentence Pitch
🔰25 Word Pitch
🔰PitMad Tips (Useful for Twitter events)
When pitching, think about the tone of your story (funny, lyrical, informative, creepy, etc). Use specific words in your pitch to enhance that emotion.
#KidLitCliffsNotes Quick Tip