The First Draft Pro Blog
We freaking love stories
You do too? Well, well, well. That smells like BFF potential.
When should you use a prologue?
Guidelines for determining the necessity and effectiveness of a prologue.
How to end the beginning hook of your story
Techniques for concluding your opening in a way that maintains reader interest.
4 things to avoid when beginning a story
Common pitfalls to avoid when crafting the opening of your story.
How to write a great first chapter
Strategies for developing a first chapter that sets the tone for the entire narrative.
How to write a great beginning hook
Techniques for creating an opening that grabs the reader’s attention.
How to pick a style that suits your story
Selecting a writing style that complements your narrative’s tone and content.
Understanding figurative language
Employing metaphor, simile, and other figurative language to enrich your writing.