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Crafting Powerful Openings: In Media Res vs. Wide-Lens Beginnings in Your Writing
Episode 29
Episode Highlights:
- Mastering the Art of Beginnings: In this craft-focused episode of The WriterSpark Podcast, we explore different techniques for starting your book, scene, or chapter. The way you open your story can set the tone for the entire narrative, making it crucial to choose the right approach. We delve into two popular methods: starting in media res (in the middle of the action) and beginning with a wide-lens view that establishes the world and setting before zooming in on the characters and plot.
Get Inspired:
The opening of your story is your first opportunity to hook your readers and set the tone for what’s to come. By experimenting with different techniques like in media res and wide-lens beginnings, you can create powerful openings that immediately engage your audience. This episode will inspire you to think critically about how you start your chapters and scenes, giving you the tools to make your writing more dynamic and effective.
A QUICK LOOK AT MOVIES, BOOKS, and COURSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Star Wars, Episode IV
Murder in Devil's Cove (Pippin Lane Hawthorne) (https://amzn.to/3raRg0q)
- How to Begin Your Book or Scene
Resources
- WriterSpark Online Courses: Learn more about our online courses! Enroll Now!
Thank you for listening!
Listen and Subscribe: Join us on this enlightening journey to rediscover your passion for writing by following us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or your favorite podcast platform. or wherever you listen. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find our discussions helpful!
Connect with Us:
- Join the WriterSpark Community: Connect with fellow writers, share your progress, and get exclusive content by joining our Facebook Group.
Thank you for tuning in! Keep sparking your creativity and igniting your passion for writing. Happy writing!
Y'all, there are some great podcasts for writers out there. Check them out to continue learning:
Essential Guide to Writing a Novel with James Thayer
Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast with Savannah Gilbo
Master Fiction Writing with Stuart Wakefield
Writing Fiction 101 with A. N. Writer
Fiction Author Business School with Liesel K. Hill
The Shit No One Tells You About Writing with Bianca Marais, Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra
Note: Some of the links here may be affiliates so I may earn a small amount from them. This doesn't impact you at all.
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By Melissa Bourbon
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Episode 29
Episode Highlights:
- Mastering the Art of Beginnings: In this craft-focused episode of The WriterSpark Podcast, we explore different techniques for starting your book, scene, or chapter. The way you open your story can set the tone for the entire narrative, making it crucial to choose the right approach. We delve into two popular methods: starting in media res (in the middle of the action) and beginning with a wide-lens view that establishes the world and setting before zooming in on the characters and plot.
Get Inspired:
The opening of your story is your first opportunity to hook your readers and set the tone for what’s to come. By experimenting with different techniques like in media res and wide-lens beginnings, you can create powerful openings that immediately engage your audience. This episode will inspire you to think critically about how you start your chapters and scenes, giving you the tools to make your writing more dynamic and effective.
A QUICK LOOK AT MOVIES, BOOKS, and COURSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Star Wars, Episode IV
Murder in Devil's Cove (Pippin Lane Hawthorne) (https://amzn.to/3raRg0q)
- How to Begin Your Book or Scene
Resources
- WriterSpark Online Courses: Learn more about our online courses! Enroll Now!
Thank you for listening!
Listen and Subscribe: Join us on this enlightening journey to rediscover your passion for writing by following us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or your favorite podcast platform. or wherever you listen. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find our discussions helpful!
Connect with Us:
- Join the WriterSpark Community: Connect with fellow writers, share your progress, and get exclusive content by joining our Facebook Group.
Thank you for tuning in! Keep sparking your creativity and igniting your passion for writing. Happy writing!
Y'all, there are some great podcasts for writers out there. Check them out to continue learning:
Essential Guide to Writing a Novel with James Thayer
Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast with Savannah Gilbo
Master Fiction Writing with Stuart Wakefield
Writing Fiction 101 with A. N. Writer
Fiction Author Business School with Liesel K. Hill
The Shit No One Tells You About Writing with Bianca Marais, Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra
Note: Some of the links here may be affiliates so I may earn a small amount from them. This doesn't impact you at all.
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