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You’ve probably spent hours trying to figure out how to start a novel—rewriting your first scene, chasing the perfect hook, wondering why it still feels… off. If your opening doesn’t land, or your protagonist isn’t clicking with readers, it might not be the first line that’s the problem. It’s what happens before the story kicks off.

In this video, I’m breaking down a simple six-step approach that redefines what the inciting incident really is—and shows you exactly how to build toward it with intention. If you’ve been searching for real, practical guidance on how to write a first chapter, or how to hook your reader from page one, this is the kind of writing advice most beginner authors never hear.

We’ll go beyond surface-level tips and talk about what it actually takes to write an opening that works—emotionally and structurally. Whether you’re new to writing a book, learning how to structure a novel, or just want to make your story feel as strong on the page as it does in your head, this will give you a solid foundation.

This is storytelling for authors who want more than formulas—this is about writing stories readers fall in love with.

Hi there 👋 My name is Julian Maylett. Author Coach and Story Consultant, I help writers with Storytelling, Self-Publishing, and Entrepreneurship so that they can turn their passion into a thriving business. If you like to nerd out about authorpreneurship as much as I do, subscribe for weekly videos.

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Video Chapters:
[00:00] Why Your Opening Act Isn't Working (Yet)
[01:23] The Opening Act of Your Novel
[02:03] Story Structure for New Writers
[03:22] The Dual Storyline Trigger (Bestselling Authors' Secret)
[07:22] Escalating Tension in Your Opening Act
[10:52] The "Traditional" Inciting Incident?
[13:37] Why Your Protagonist Needs a "Still Point”
[17:03] When Your Protagonist Takes a Stand
[19:15] The Aftermath: New Reality & Next Steps

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Filmed and edited by Julian Maylett

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