How
to Write a Dedication Page in a Book
When writing a dedication page, think about the people who
were the most influential when the book was being written. Dedicating a book to a very special person is
certainly a way that you can show your appreciation, and feelings for them.
- A dedication page in a
book precedes the main body of the book.
- On the dedication page, the author names
the person for whom the book was written.
- Dedications can be just
two words, such as For Mom or several paragraphs. It can be as short as
""Dedicated to..."" or can be a page long. It depends
on what you would like to say.
- It is a permanent gesture, and will be a keepsake that a person can hold for life.
- Your own heart felt
words, written by you for an individual or a group if you like, will
always be appreciated and cherished.
- If possible, you may want
to add a short story that tells why you would like to dedicate a book to
that person, and how they inspired you."
Steps:
1. Make a list of who helped you or inspired you
in writing the book. Include close family and friends, editors and fellow
writers. Also include historical figures, if applicable. Jot down a few notes
about the role each person played. 2. Decide how many people you want to thank.
3. Determine the style of dedication you want to write. A dedication can be a short chapter explaining how the idea for the book came about and how various people helped along the way, or it can be as short and simple as "To my ma."
4. Read some dedications by your favorite
authors. Take notes
on how they begin their works.
5. Write a short dedication and a
long one. Decide which expresses your feelings better.6. Consider adding a quote. A statement that summarizes what you are trying to do with your book can add power to your dedication.
