Lit Match

First Chapters: Fourth Wing (with Savannah Gilbo)


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Abigail is back with book coach and editor Savannah Gilbo!

Today, Abigail and Savannah analyze the first chapter of the bestselling fantasy novel FOURTH WING by Rebecca Yarros. Together, they discuss why these opening pages hook readers and set up big picture expectations for the story. Some key elements they take deep dives on include:

  • How to raise the stakes (and why they're so important)
  • Structuring multiple scenes in a single chapter
  • Romantasy as a genre and New Adult as a category
  • Character development and relationships
  • Plus, more!
  • Come study this popular fantasy novel with Savannah and Abigail and let us know why you think the opening pages hook readers. 

    P.S. Do you enjoy analyzing stories and the writing craft? Learn more about Savannah and Abigail's virtual book club, Book Notes. Sign up for their next meeting or purchase a recording of a past meeting >>  

      

    Follow Abigail and Savannah: 

    www.abigailkperry.com | www.savannahgilbo.com 

    @abigailkperry | @savannah.gilbo 

     

    Resources mentioned in this episode:
    Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
    The Writer’s Guide to Beginnings: How to Craft Story Openings That Sell by Paula Munier

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