Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
A book’s opening words need to entice readers right away, especially readers who search for books online and who give a book only a few moments to capture their interest.
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Explore today’s news to get inspiration for your fiction. Don’t hesitate to use tidbits from and elements of current stories in your own work.
Writers only have a few pages to ensnare readers. Learn why yawns and a description of the weather are not effective story hooks.
What firsts do readers look for in stories? The introduction of the protagonist, the first clash between main character and his chief antagonist, the first meet between hero and heroine? Put reader expectations to use and write strong introductions and firsts.
Invite readers into your story with a compelling open. Readers want to be enticed into new worlds—make yours an attractive one, a world readers will willingly step into, willingly stay in while your fictional events unfold.
Entice your readers with a book opening that’s irresistible. Write compelling fiction that will draw the reader into the story from the first page, first paragraph, first words. Grab the reader with an intriguing character, an intricate plot, a convincing tone. Get a gimmick and put it to work.
Hook your readers.
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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