How to Start Your Story with a Bang by Caterina
Christakos
The purpose of creating a story is to create a world that will draw the
reader away from their own. In order to do this one must create suspense,
drama and mystery. Your reader must absolutely need to get from page to
page, to find out what happens.
There are several simple techniques to get your story going and draw the
reader in. Here are just a few:
1)Start in the middle of a problem.
Ex. A lover's quarrel, a murder, a personal dilemma.
2) Start with an unusual environment.
Ex. Alice in Wonderland, the beginning of the final frontier, a journey to
a new world.
3) Start with action.
Ex. A gun has just been fired, A woman is deciding whether to jump or not,
A hospital ER being mobilized.
4) Start with a feeling.
Ex. The soft silk slid across her skin, as she finally slid into his bed.
Hot coals burned his stomach as the bullet tore through him. The rich
velvety feel of chocolate on her tongue was theperfect end to a dreadful
day.
Don't spend the first day bogged down on details, unless they are
absolutely crucial to understanding your story. Even then, save
descriptions for later in your story, if you can. Get the reader hooked
first, then you can describe the rich incandescence of his eyes or the
exact color of her house. Remember your story should be like life, fast
paced, even at a standstill, and utterly surprising.
About The Author:
Caterina Christakos is the author of How to Write a Children's Book in 30
Days or Less. For even more writing tips go to:
http://www.howtowriteachildrensbook.com
