I am wondering about the title of my book, 'The Stonewalls of My Mind.'
A professional reader of my book has said that the title tends to make the book look more serious than my previous title 'Is it about that boy?'
She also says that because Stonewall is a leading LGBT campaigning group people may get confused by that.
The subject matter is quite serious, the use of torture to change a gay boy's sexuality. Stonewalls also relates to the work I do which has had a very positive therapeutic effect on my life.
However I also like my original title, 'Is it about that boy?' which is more playful. My book is not a misery memoir. I have interweaved the more serious events with the fun side of my life.
What do you think? Which is more likely to sell to the book?
Definitely 'Is it about that boy?'
Title and cover play a huge role in getting a potential reader to buy. This one ticks all the boxes.
Instant reaction, & which title would I veer towards to see if I liked the book - 'Is it about that boy?'