13. How to Hook Readers in Scene One

Steps to Story

Crafting a strong opening scene is crucial for grabbing the reader's attention and setting the tone for the entire novel. 

As writers, we know this on some level, and yet when it comes to crafting that important opening chapter, we sometimes forget which elements to include.

So, in today’s episode, I'm discussing key elements that writers need to know when creating the opening to their novel.

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