Writing Excuses 19.48: Beginning With A Thrill
Dec 1, 2024
Dive into the art of captivating storytelling with insights on how to hook your readers right from the start. Discover the difference between beginning with tension versus a thrill, and learn to introduce conflict effectively. The discussion uncovers the concept of micro-tropes and how borrowing from different genres can enrich your writing. Explore emotional scenes by balancing comfort and discomfort, and get inspired by the power of a well-crafted 'meet-cute.' Plus, reflect on the narrative disruption that drives conflict!
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Starting with a Bang
- Start your story with a compelling question to hook readers.
- Establish the story's tone early on, like in detective shows with a cold open murder.
Building Suspense
- Don't drop the body immediately; build suspense.
- Start with small things going wrong to set the tone before the major problem.
How Catch Him Genre
- "How Catch Him" stories focus on the detective's pursuit of a known killer.
- This creates tension by showing the killer's flaws and impending actions.