This guide is based on a guide authored by Lora Cowell and originally published at HUHS Library Media Center LibGuides.
Your task begins with reading (or reviewing) your book. As you read, think about the following literary elements in your book and how you will present them in your book trailer. Consider...
What is the significance of the title?
Is there an obvious or implied theme or message?
Is there a larger lesson or moral to the story?
Try listing 3-5 words that you feel embody the theme of the book.
In what time and place is the story set?
What is the ambiance or mood of the time/place?
How does the setting effect the narrative? the characters?
Who are the primary characters?
Can you describe them and their roles in the story.
From whose point of view is the story told?
How does this effect the story?
Is an intended audience obvious?
How does this effect the story?
What conflict or dilemma drives the story?
What rising action leads to the climax of the book?
Is there a resolution?
Are there any powerful quotes that grabbed your attention?
Are there any recurring words or phrases that resonate as you read the story?
Book trailers, like movie trailers, offer audiences a preview what to expect from a book. It is the editor's job to develop a trailer that highlights the mood and tone of a book, providing just enough information about the plot to "tease" the reader, making them want to find out what happens.
You will be creating a book trailer designed to entice your classmates to try a book you've recently read. Your trailer should:
Each book trailer should be a between 1 (one) and 2 (two) minutes in length. Respect for the intellectual property rights is important. Adhere to copyright law, applying fair use guidelines, provide a written listing of all resources used and include an appropriate single screen fair use disclaimer.
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children The Outsiders Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie Frankenstein The Knife of Never Letting Go Of Mice and Men Some Girls Are Undone The Cemetary Boys Ruby Red |
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Compare this official book trailer for Wintergirls to this student made book trailer. What devices did each use to capture the reader's attention?
Compare two different takes on The Maze Runner, here and here. How are they similar? How do they reflect the reader's point of view?
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