Story hooks

To force structure on a story too early is inevitably to force the story itself. You don’t want to impose structure; rather, you want the story to find its own

You hear the term contribution almost as soon as you enrol in the PhD. It’s something you wrestle with as you write your research proposal - you need to convince your chosen institution that your research will make a contribution. Funders are particularly keen to hear about contribution too, is their scholarship money going to…

Learn how the Hook grabs readers from the very first page with an irresistible question that piques their curiosity and keeps them reading.

If you've created a unique story premise, you're only halfway to hooking readers. Discover two ways to write a gripping story hook in your first chapter.

My kids and I recently finished reading The Shakespeare Stealer by Gary Blackwood. At first my kids weren’t really into the Elizabetha...

The exposition of a story explains key context and establishes your reader's expectations. Learn how to write exposition that hooks readers.

Guest Post: Hook, Line, and Sinker - How to Hook Your Reader with Just One Sentence. Hooking your reader soon is one of the most important things.

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A great historical voice is a key factor in writing a powerful period story. Finding a balance of authenticity and accessibility makes all the difference.

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