10 WORST Ways to Start a Book

I’m breaking down the 10 WORST ways to start your book! Your opening chapter is super important, so get ready to take some notes. I’m telling you all the writing mistakes to avoid when it comes to crafting the first chapter of your novel, including “telling” instead of “showing,” giving too much backstory too early, launching into a world-building info dump, and more. If you want to know what NOT to do when starting a book, this video’s got you covered. Stick around ’til the end to hear about one of the biggest mistakes writers can make when starting their book–trust me, it’s a deal breaker. Steer clear of these terrible ways to start your novel, ditch the common, cliche story openings, and instead start with something that will immediately hook your readers and leave them wanting more. 🤯

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