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There’s nothing more crucial to the success of your book than having a killer opening chapter, and there’s nothing that can kill your book quicker than an unsuccessful one. The first chapter of any novel is responsible for introducing a compelling character that readers will become invested in, establishing the key tonal and thematic elementsContinue reading “How To Write a Killer Opening Chapter”

So you’re ready to sit down and start writing your new book. Only, you’re realizing that although you’ve spent the past few days, weeks, or maybe even months mulling over this epic story idea, you have no idea where to begin. Start a story too early, and you risk boring the reader with meandering vignettesContinue reading “Where to Start Your Book”