tips for writing a strong novel opening (in 3 steps) đ
âĄď¸ related videos: ⥠opening lines |    â˘Â đŻÂ what makes an effective novel opening? (...  ⥠first scenes w/ âŞ@lynndjung⏠|    â˘Â what makes a good FIRST SCENE? | reacting ...  happy nanowrimo :) hope everyone's having a good writing month so far. these are three main elements I use as a foundation for developing compelling first scenes / chapters in a novel. 0:00 intro and disclaimers 1:56 establishing shot 6:24 characterization 10:24 tension and conflict _____ / about / i'm kris (she/her), a speculative fiction writer documenting my writing process, ongoing projects and chatting about craft âď¸ / published work / SWAY WITH ME UNTIL WE BLEED (sci-fi, cyberpunk): https://www.augurmag.com/sway-with-me... / where to find me / đ newsletter: https://kmfajardo.substack.com/ website: https://kmfajardo.com/ twitter:   / km_fajardo  instagram:   / krismfajardo  tiktok:   / krismfajardo  goodreads:   / krismfajardo  đ§ music: Sam Celentano - Golden Idea - https://thmatc.co/?l=9E5C2E9D #authortube #writing #nanowrimo
what to CUT OUT of your book âď¸ line editing tips + how to trim word count for overwriters
how I brainstorm + outline my books đ§ (updated)
a guide to editing & polishing your scenes âď¸ line-editing YOUR writing // open workshop ep. 3
how I write stories *faster* âł a dialogue focused / non-linear writing method
Revising Vs Rewriting A Story
spilling *the tea* on my book deal đľ how does a book get traditionally published? (Q&A)
how I write my short stories âť world, character & theme
How to Develop a Writing Routine (how I've written 10 novels w/ a 9-5)
đ my top tips for writing effective character descriptions
the writing advice no one taught me | writer pep talk for when you're in a slump
why you canât finish writing your book đ beginner-friendly tips + writer pep talk
reading my bad (problematic) YA fantasy book đ | writing mistakes from my first novel
If Your Dialogue Sounds Flat, THIS Is Why
7 Mistakes That Scream âAmateur Writerâ
âď¸ fix your first draft in 10 steps // developmental editing tips
First Draft MISTAKES New Writers Make â Avoid these common pitfalls!
The Secret to Writing Likeable Characters
The Secret to a Well Paced Plot (and it's ridiculously easy) | Writing Tips
HOW I PLOTTED A BOOK IN 1 DAY // *detailed* plotting process and secret novel tips!
