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"The Art of Storytelling: Techniques to Hook Your Readers"
Do you love a good story? So do I. Some stories have you hooked on the first paragraph, some on the first sentence or even the first word! How do writers manage to grab your attention that way? If you can grab your reader's attention early in your story they are probably going to read the entire thing because they simply have to know how it ends. But how can you do it? There are several ways.
>For your first word use something shocking or unexpected.
>.Make your first sentence or paragraph display an exciting or frightening theme.
>.Introduce your first character quickly with something about them that's quirky, mysterious or inviting.​
.>Build your story without any unnecessary delays, boring intervals lose readers.
.>Be sure to remain true to your original point of view to avoid confusion.
.>Tell your story like a master storyteller, picture stories around a campfire.
.>Make it sound like you personally know everything that happened.
.>Have some unexpected twists and turns early in the plot.
.>Use realistic dialogue whenever you can, it engages readers.
.>Show don't tell, have your characters interacting with their environment.
.>Learn how to use description efficiently and effectively.
>.Create believable, living characters readers can love or hate
.>Tie up the lose ends
>.Make the ending a surprise, whether positive or negative, make it satisfying to the reader.
There are other ways, but these are a good starter.
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The Power Of Memories In Shaping Our Creative Journey
What did you most enjoy as a child? Can you remember, is it still real to you? Your memories contain a wealth of creative material. By writing about your memories you have the power to revive others memories and emotions and that is what a good writer does, they connect with readers on a deep level.
What is the most painful or sad memory you have? Can you bring those emotions to the surface and write about them? Without the powerful tool of emotion your writing will fall flat and dull. No one will want to read you if your writing is dull, why would they want to waste time on literature that holds no emotional value, unless you have written something technical they have need of.
What are your first memories? How old were you and what did you feel at the time? What pets did you have, what were they like and did you have a strong bond with them? Do you have memories of love in all of its forms, or a perfect day in nature, these are powerful subject matters. Have you ever lost someone you loved, be it by separation or death? Can you write about the depths of despair you felt?
Take full advantage of those memories, make them work creatively for you. Add to others understanding and lives by sharing yours.