The first five pages of your novel or memoir may be the key to making a sale, nabbing an offer of representation from a literary agent, or getting a book deal from a traditional publisher. Writer's Relief Explains Why Your Book’s Opening Pages Are More Influential...
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Novels And Books: Why Your Opening Pages Are Key To Landing A Literary Agent, Part One
If you think the opening pages of your novel are only so-so, read this post. Literary agents want your first five pages to be amazing. Here are some common openings that don’t work in books.
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