How to Write a Captivating Opening Chapter

Following on from last week’s episode about first sentences, this week we discuss first chapters. Enjoy – and tell us about your favourite opening chapter in the comments 🙂

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Writing the perfect opening line

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For more about our hosts and our books:

Dyrk Ashton: paternusbooks.com
Michael R. Fletcher: michaelrfletcher.com
Rob J. Hayes: robjhayes.co.uk
Jed Herne: jedherne.com

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4 approaches to story structure

Featured book: The Thunder Heist by Jed Herne.
Today, we discuss our different approaches to story structure. Enjoy!

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8 books to make you a better fantasy writer

Hey everyone! Jed had some annoying medical things this week, so we’re doing a mini episode where Rob J. Hayes and Dyrk Ashton discuss the books that have taught them the most about writing. Enjoy!

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