Best practices for drafting and writing your novel's first chapter Web Version »

Engage Agents, Editors, & Readers With Your Novel's First Chapter, Part 1 So how do you write an effective first chapter? What exactly are readers looking for in your novel's opening pages? And how can you make sure your story has the best beginning possible? In Part 1 of this two-part tutorial, literary agent Maria Vicente discusses the best practices for drafting and writing your novel's first chapter. Read More...

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