The Bestseller Code. Book Summary

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Jodie Archer & Matthew L. Jockers

What’s inside

This book analyzes what makes a book a bestseller, using a data-driven approach. It delves into the success patterns of hit novels.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the elements that contribute to a novel’s commercial success
  • Gaining insights into the book market’s trends and patterns
  • Learning how data analysis can be applied to literary critique
  • Identifying successful writing practices for aspiring authors

Key Points

  • Introduction to algorithmic critique of literature
  • The role of themes and topics in bestselling works
  • Characteristics of protagonists in bestsellers
  • The significance of style and readability
  • Data patterns from a survey of New York Times bestsellers
  • How data can predict market trends in the publishing industry
  • The intersection of creativity and analytics in literature

Who’s it For

  • Writers
  • Publishing Professionals
  • Literary Agents
  • Data Scientists
  • Book Marketers
  • Readers Interested in Literature Analysis

About the author

Jodie Archer, a former publisher, and Matthew L. Jockers, a co-founder of the Stanford Literary Lab, explore the data behind bestsellers.