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The beginning is the most important part of your book. The first chapter--probably even the first page--is what makes agents and editors accept or reject a manuscript, and it's what makes readers decide to buy a book or pick another. But writing a compelling opening is hard because there are so many things a great beginning needs to do and so many mistakes to avoid. In this book, Sandra Gerth draws on her experience as an editor and best-selling author to teach you where to start your novel, how to avoid common first chapter problems, and how to hook your readers from the very first page. Each chapter of this practical guide includes concrete examples and exercises that will help you write an irresistible beginning. Whether you're a novice writer working on your first story or an established author with several novels under your belt, this book will help you: ● Decide where to start your book, ● Understand important elements of every powerful opening such as the inciting incident, ● Write a kickass first line, ● Hook your readers from the very first page.

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Sandra Gerth is a writer and an editor who divides her time between writing her own books and helping other writers revise and polish theirs. She holds a degree in psychology and worked as a psychologist for eight years before transitioning into a career as a full-time novelist-the best job in the world as far as she's concerned. She earned a certificate in editing from the Academy of German Book Trade and is now the senior editor of Ylva Publishing, a small press that publishes women's fiction. Under her pen name, Jae, she has published twenty-one novels. Her books have won numerous awards and have been #1 best-sellers on Amazon on various occasions. She's also the author of a series of books for writers. Rosemary Benson is an Audible #1 bestselling narrator, singer, educator, and stage actress. She has appeared across the US, Canada, and Italy, and regularly performs with several ensembles and big bands. As a passionate learner and audiobook fan, she strives to entertain, enlighten, and encourage, so she is at home in many genres. Her musical ear allows her to produce myriad accents for storytelling, while her expertise in differentiating instruction guides her abilities in nonfiction. She lives across the river from Philadelphia with her husband and a houseful of musical instruments and books.

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