Hooked: Write Fiction That Grabs Readers at Page One & Never Lets Them Go
Language: English
Published by Penguin Publishing Group, 2007
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- Title
- Hooked: Write Fiction That Grabs Readers at Page One & Never Lets Them Go
- Author
- Edgerton, Les
- Publisher
- Penguin Publishing Group
- Publication year
- 2007
- Condition
- acceptable
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1582974578
- ISBN 13
- 9781582974576
- Edition
- 5th or later Edition
In Hooked, author Les Edgerton draws on his experience as a successful fiction writer and teacher to help you overcome the weak openings that lead to instant rejection by showing you how to successfully use the ten core components inherent to any great beginning. You'll find:
• Detailed instruction on how to develop your inciting incident
• Keys for creating a cohesive story-worthy problem
• Tips on how to avoid common opening gaffes like overusing backstory
• A rundown on basics such as opening scene length and transitions
• A comprehensive analysis of more than twenty great opening lines from novels and short stories
Plus, you'll discover exclusive insider advice from agents and acquiring editors on what they look for in a strong opening. With Hooked, you'll have all the information you need to craft a compelling beginning that lays the foundation for an irresistible story!
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