The number of books we read is declining, and most of the younger people would rather watch videos on social media than reading a physical book. The market is also competitive, so it is important that authors create a unique experience people can relate to. To make your book a success, you might want to add some interactive elements that younger people and Millennials are already used to. Below you will find a few ideas to implement.
Contemporary Materials
It might be a good idea to create a book that reflects that time when it is set. If it is a contemporary story, you might add advertisements, screenshots, etc., so people can understand the context better. In case it is set in Victorian times, you can add materials and images of common household goods that people were using every day. This will make the reading experience more interactive and engaging.
Aged Look
You might want to talk about some old traditions, or customs, and for this you can make your book look aged. Or just a part of it. For example, is one of the characters happens to find an old document or letter, you can make that page look old, just like it would in the real word. After all, most people stick with traditional printed books because they would like to feel the real world and the story, and want to break away from the limiting screen display.
Questionnaires
If you would like to appeal to the interactive generation, you might even create a questionnaire that will help them relate to the content in the book. From asking questions for educational purposes to allowing individuals to relate to what they just read, there are loads of ways you can engage with your audience and make the most out of your readers’ experience.
Alternative Endings
If you grew up in the 90s, you might still remember the traditional Fighting Fantasy Books. Before the age of the internet, this was the best way of getting lost in the story. There were no images, graphics, or sound effects, only the power to get to the end of the book without dying. You can recreate the same experience, no matter if you are publishing your book in a digital or print format. Depending on what kind of reader you are, you will be able to enjoy reading and adventure at the same time.
Music
Adding music to our eBook or your digital product can also help you make the most out of the interactive features offered by the internet and communication technology. You can look for matching or custom soundtracks at Rouleau Luthier and find how stimulating other senses can improve your reading experience. Getting music for your books is a great way of making a better emotional connection with the story and the characters, too.
Book publishing is a competitive industry, and you have to find a way to make reading fun and educational when you are targeting younger people. The above tips will definitely help you do just that.
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