Hook Your Reader With the Very First Sentence

May 18, 2009

Recently, Lev Grossman, the book critic at Time magazine, made some predictions about publishing. Among his predictions about the novel was the following: “Novels will compete to hook you in the first paragraph and then hang on for dear life.”

I agree, except on one point: This isn’t coming. It’s already here.

A novel’s first paragraph, or “opening hook,” has always been important, but it has never been as important as it is now.

Agents and editors have always looked for the hook as a way of judging a manuscript’s grabbing power. Consumers in search of a solid entertainment value for their dollars most often turn to page 1 and start reading. If the beginning doesn’t hook them, back the book goes. Baca Lanjutanya..

Need Credit Crad? So You Can Apply Credit Card Online

May 18, 2009

There are so many advantages by having credit cards. We don’t have to bring real money in much of amount during shopping that need much of money. We will not confuse and worry to bring it surrounding wherever. And the most important of it is it is so flexible. For example, we can use it on the real shop and also we can use it on online shop, yes it is a must because at now we can not avoid to shop online because it offers us the ease. So that we need credit cards! Baca Lanjutanya..

Reasons to Consider a Career As a Freelance Writer

May 18, 2009

In my original article The Down Side to Freelance Writing, I went over several points that can make freelancing miserable for some writers.

This article will counter those points and show the UP side to freelance writing - and why you might want to consider it as a career choice.

You couldn’t have picked a better time.

1. Peace of mind (and quiet) - Ahhh. That’s the sound I make when I sit down in my office. Loud music? Nah! Smelly perfumes? Are you kidding me? I’m never bothered by those sorts of things. And that annoying co-worker who always seems to find her way in my personal space (and business) - Ha! She’s a thing of the past. Yes, life is good. Baca Lanjutanya..

6 Tips For Writing Dynamic Sales Letters

May 18, 2009

Businesses depend on writing that is informative and engaging when crafting sales letters…or any correspondence for that matter. Your promotional materials must provide value to your customer and build customer relationships, credibility and trust. Letters, ads and brochures aren’t just for promoting products and services, but should also give a clear picture of the company or person behind the product. These six tips provide the mechanics of writing a sales letter that is credible, engaging and an easy read for your customers. Baca Lanjutanya..

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