![]() ![]() This is especially effective in short or flash fiction, when it’s important to introduce the central conflict as soon as possible. Make them wonder what the heck is going on, and make them want to find out. When I say ‘ask a question,’ what I mean is to present a question to your reader. I don’t mean to literally ask your reader a question–this would probably come off as a little cheesy, and you almost never address the reader in a fictional narrative. I mean do so with a scenario in the opening scene to add mystery and intrigue to your story. Here are a few ways to catch your reader’s interest right off the bat: 1. That feels like a lot of pressure! But it’s not that hard. In the same way that a compelling opening shot will hook a moviegoer or Netflix-scroller, a compelling opening sentence will hook your reader. In this article, we’ll teach you how to write a stellar first sentence to hook your reader and ensure that they not only buy your book, but stay invested all the way through! This guide on how to write a strong opening sentence covers: Even after a cover caught your eye, even after the synopsis sounded pretty good, how many books did you put back on the shelf when the first few paragraphs just didn’t land? Think about the last time you went to a bookstore. Your opening scene is no exception.įirst they’ll judge your cover and whatever excerpt or blurb you’ve got on the back, and then you’ve got that first chapter or prologue to catch them. ![]() It’s not so different when you’re writing a book! Readers make judgments super quickly. If you’re not hooked, you’re not going to keep watching, and once you’ve clicked off, there’s a big chance you’ll never come back. How many times have you picked a random show on Netflix, tried it, and then given up because it just didn’t quite hit? Those first five minutes or so are vital, and showrunners know it. ![]()
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