How to make summary that does not suck

[Zenomew]

Hi, Any tips on writing better summaries that don’t suck? Mine always feel either too vague or too boring

 

[RepresentingWrath]

Jay's Synopsis Formula will work on your novel.

This is actually an answer to an earlier thread, but it's best to share as a full thread. Why? Because it works. It does not matter if your story is slice of life about a GENDER-BENT BLOB OF ENERGY. My synopsis formula works. All you have to do is answer these FOUR QUESTIONS and you can create...

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[Deleted member 84247]

I've never written a good synopsis.

 

[georgelee5786]

Asking chatgpt to summarize this thread

 

[Hoshino]

Hey leo summarize this page-nya.
“ The webpage serves as a platform for users in an online community to share updates and announcements. Among the users mentioned are SailusGebel, Jay, Envylope, En-Chan, and Vampy. Georgelee5786 is highlighted as the 2024 Shovel Duel Champion. SailusGebel has specifically contributed a formula for writing a novel, indicating a focus on creative pursuits or writing techniques. The objective of the page is to engage users in the community and facilitate interaction and information exchange. The content seems to cater to a variety of interests, with a notable emphasis on sharing personal achievements and creative works..”

Summary of the first chapter also works...nya.

 

[melchi]

To be fair, Ai really good at summaries.

I asked co-pilot to write me a summary of a certain princess chapter.

The protagonist is killed during a late-night walk and reflects on a life filled with regret. Reincarnated as a baby to vampire-like parents, they find love and care for the first time. Vowing to cherish their new life, they embrace this second chance with hope.

 

[Zenomew]

This is what I got from ai for my story but.....it feels kinda bad

"Being a hero was everything to me... but if this is where it all leads, then I’m done."

The world is on the brink of destruction, and its last hope—the legendary hero—has been put out of comission. Now, the impossible task of saving everyone falls to his childhood friend, a simple village girl who never asked for any of this. But with fate closing in, she has two choices: step up as (fake) Hero or let the world burn.

No pressure, right?

 

[Navillus]

I've never written a good synopsis.

I don’t think that’s true… as your summary’s certainly did well in attracting me to read your story several times nyow-nya.

 

[Deleted member 84247]

I don’t think that’s true… as your summary’s certainly did well in attracting me to read your story several times nyow-nya.

Awe, thank you.

 

[Valmond]

Awe, thank you.

What kinda witchy powers did you use on this one?

 

[Deleted member 84247]

What kinda witchy powers did you use on this one?

I'm equally surprised as you are. I think my synopsis are one of the weakest parts of attracting attention to my stories.

 

[Valmond]

I'm equally surprised as you are. I think my synopsis are one of the weakest parts of attracting attention to my stories.

Writing those are hard no doubt. I’ve changed mine many times over the years. I think it boils down to something small, but hits the heart of the book.

Though, in the end. This probably won’t do much, since even if you hit it right. Whether people stick around or not is another matter.

Either way, a good one does increase bringing others into the story.