The first chapter of your book is the most important. Why? Because it is the first point of engagement for the reader, and if you're seeking publication, then the literary agent or acquisitions editor.
 

Our First Chapter Frenzy weekend will help you make your first chapter a reader magnet!

We will cover:

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• ​The Hook

• Your Main Character's Core

• A Clear Sense of Setting

• Hints of clear Conflict and Stakes

• ​And, I'll teach you THE SECRET that keeps readers reading & More!

• You will also have writing time to incorporate your class instruction into your first chapter.

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July 17-18th Class Schedule

(We are in the Central Time Zone. Writing Away Refuge is not responsible for missed 

workshops due to Time Zone confusion.  Classes are recorded as well.)

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Saturday, July 17th

10:00 AM--11:00 AM CT: The Hook & Your Main Character's Core Value

11:00 AM--12:00 PM CT: A Clear Sense of Setting

12:00 PM--12:30 PM: LUNCH

12:30 PM--1:30 PM CT: Hint at Conflict and Stakes

1:30 PM--2:00 PM CT: The Secret that Keeps Readers Turning Pages

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Sunday, July 18th

10:00 AM--11:00 AM CT: That Kickass First Paragraph

11:00 AM--12:00 PM CT: First 10 Pages Perfection!

12:00 PM--12:30 PM: LUNCH

12:30 PM--1:45 PM CT: Crafting Our First Chapters (writing time)

1:45 PM--2:15 PM CT: Q & A

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