Writer Unleashed #173: How To Write A Captivating Opening Hook
Jan 16, 2024
23:31
How do you write an opening scene that hooks your reader? An opening so captivating, it compels readers to keep turning the page.
A great opening does multiple things to lure readers in.
In this episode, we'll focus on crafting an opening hook that keeps them reading.
We'll cover:
- A surefire technique for launching your story
- Provoking questions readers crave the answer to, and when to reveal the answers
- How to make an instant emotional connection between character and reader
- Using contradiction to create mystery and surprise
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