Show NotesThe first thing a first chapter must do is hook the reader with one or more catchy opening sentences. Learning how to write the first chapter of a book is difficult, but mastering how to write a great first sentence is at least as important. We will cover ways to hook your reader and more on Episode 16 of Writing Pursuits. Links:https://www.writingpursuits.com/captivate-podcast/1/WritingPursuits.com (WritingPursuits.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writingpursuitspodcast/ (@WritingPursuitsPodcast) https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ (Three Story Method Certified Editor) https://www.kathresemckee.com (KathreseMcKee.com) https://www.mailerlite.com/a/w0b4qwbvfg (Mailerlite (affiliate link)) https://www.yourfirstchapter.com (YourFirstChapter.com) Mentioned in this episode: Get Your First Chapter Rubric at FirstChapterRubric.com Is your first chapter ready? Be confident! What if you had a resource to help you figure out the strengths and weaknesses of your first chapter? An objective, informative rubric to go by? If your first chapter doesn’t work, then you have probably lost a customer for life. Or a chance to sign an agent or get a publishing contract. Don't leave things to chance. This rubric will help you identify the problem areas in your first chapter and figure out how to fix them. Be ready for queries. Be ready for readers. Get the results you dream about. Go to FirstChapterRubric.com.