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Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel
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5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25
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The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write!
But don’t worry—I’m here to help simplify and clarify the progress!
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- 5 Essential Questions you MUST answer when writing your opening scene
- Whether backstory and context are essential or just a recipe for info dumping
- Why character flaws and problems are key to an engaging opening scene
- And so much more...
Sign up for my FREE Mini Course:
✨4 Secrets To Crafting a Powerful Character Arc for Your Protagonist✨
34 حلقات
Manage episode 433139461 series 3576980
The opening scene of your novel is arguably the most crucial part of your book. If it doesn’t capture readers' curiosity and imagination, they won’t keep reading. No wonder the opening scene is notoriously hard to write!
But don’t worry—I’m here to help simplify and clarify the progress!
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- 5 Essential Questions you MUST answer when writing your opening scene
- Whether backstory and context are essential or just a recipe for info dumping
- Why character flaws and problems are key to an engaging opening scene
- And so much more...
Sign up for my FREE Mini Course:
✨4 Secrets To Crafting a Powerful Character Arc for Your Protagonist✨
34 حلقات
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1 6 Key Steps to Finding Perfect-Fit Comp Titles for Your Novel (While You’re Still Writing) | Episode 26 14:10

1 5 Essential Questions You MUST Answer When Writing Your Opening Scene | Episode 25 9:58

1 9 Tricks to Overcome Writer's Block and Keep Your Writing on Track | Episode 24 16:30

1 4 Steps to Writing a Flawed Protagonist Who Readers Love | Episode 23 16:43

1 Quick Tip: 6 Steps to Establish a Writing Habit So You Can Finish Your Novel | Episode 22 10:06

1 The Timeline for Crafting a Solid Debut Novel: Writing Tips for Your First Book! | Episode 21 14:25

1 How to Write LGBTQ+ Characters with Confidence and Care: Special Guest Sam Cameron | Episode 20 53:34

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