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.

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