The First 50 Pages: Engage Agents, Editors and Readers, and Set Your Novel Up For Success

Seeking writing success? Start at the beginning...Whether youre looking to get published or just hoping to hook your reader, first impressions are vital. Compelling opening scenes are the key to catching an agent or editors attention, and are crucial for keeping your reader engaged.As a writer, what you do in your opening pages, and how you do it, is a matter that cannot be left to chance. The First Pages is here to help you craft a strong beginning right from the start. Youll learn how tointroduce your main characterestablish your story worldset up the plots conflictbegin your heros inner journeywrite an amazing opening line and terrific first pageand moreThis helpful guide walks you through the tasks your first pages must accomplish in order to avoid leaving readers disoriented, frustrated, or bored.