Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Writing Notes

The best way to hook readers is to start your story in the middle of the action. A powerful beginning packs the most meaning into the fewest words.
Buildup
Focus on object of desire
What he longed to possess
Was she trying to entice him?
Aggressively pursue her
Remember the trust x put in you
Temptation in his path
Commit to faithfulness
Withstand the pressure to yield
Desire builds
Focus on the object of your desire
Tempted
Intense temptation

Show the good life. What happens if you lose: Problems
What are things like now? Career/job Conflict
Cash Corruption
Car/transportation Cheating
Condo/housing Conniving
Credit/loans Theft and stealing
Connections/friends Gambling losses
Choices/trapped Con game
Causes/nothing to live for
Health

Characters
Hero Helper
Military Protector
Police officer Rescuer
Detective Leader
Paramedic Provider
Nurse


DIVIDERS Careless remarks Angry words Unforgiving attitudes Prideful thoughts Bitterness
CAUSES Isolation Abandonment Loneliness Guilt Fear Shame

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