Book Title and the Name Below It

The title of a book, in my opinion, has an unequivocal function - be relevant to what is inside.

Picking a title is a small thing compared to the herculean task of writing a novel, but nevertheless, a vital element that should not be taken lightly. Your work will be remembered by the title and if your story is worthy enough, your name will eventually supersede the title. 

When your name is larger than the title – you’re famous!

I was a novice about such things as assigning a title to a book, and I agonized for days over each one before deciding, but in the end, I was pleased with my choices; and they are relevant to the books.

Writing a Book is Exciting

Vanguard – leading the way of the Trilogy. (It seemed like an appropriate choice.)

Warfolkan – Warrior of the Folk and defender. (Warfolkan was the name of my character  when I was playing AD&D long ago, and he is the main character of the Trilogy.)

Sagacity – profound knowledge and understanding, coupled with foresight and good judgment. (While using my old dictionary one day, and I saw the word Sagacity. I decided to use it to name a character in the story and used it as the title – a satirical name for a satirical character. (I am forever thankful that fate was on my side that day.)

As for my name on the cover below the title, ( I know it’s a famous name) which I often think confuses readers, but at this point in my novel writing career, if someone buys my books by mistake, I‘ll take the win.  

When I was growing up, I’m frequently asked if I’m related to Franz Kafka. No, I am not related to Franz Kafka, although I am big fan of his work.

I did not choose my name, nor would I ever change it, however, I did get to choose the title of the books I wrote, a challenge I pleasantly accepted.

 

Enjoy each day, speak with passion, and climb the rungs of life carefully. Wisdom and Fate walk upon the same path. Absorb the experience and learn from it.

 

“jimmy, if I were to change my name, I suppose I’d go with ‘Outrageous Awesomeness’. Mr. Awesomeness, your table is ready. Hey, Outrageous, how’s it going? Yeah, that sounds outrageously awesome!”   

“Mr. Kafka.”

“Yes?”

“Take your medication.”

“Okay.”

 

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