How to Write Your Opening Chapters
Do you have a brilliant idea for a novel but don't know where to start?
Join Chloe Timms, author of the speculative, acclaimed feminist novel, The Seawomen.
Chloe will reveal the key ingredients of a winning first chapter, how you can hook readers with a thrilling premise or unique voice. She'll offer her top tips for seeding in the world or setting of your story and creating the right tone. She'll also be sharing pitfalls and problems you might face - and how to avoid them! All this to help you write a novel opening that will capture readers and may lead you to future publishing success.
As an author who gained an agent based on the first chapter of her novel and a judge for the 2025 Women's Prize Trust's Discoveries, Chloe is the ideal person to get you started on your novel!
Discoveries is open for submissions until 13 January 2025. For more information, visit: www.womensprize.com/writers/discoveries.
This masterclass will take place online via Teams. It will also be recorded so if you are unable to attend live, you'll be able to catch-up and access the recording for up to two weeks after the event has taken place. The session will end with a brief Q&A, so come ready with your questions!
Joining Link:
You can download Teams free on your computer, or join via the web: https://www.microsoft.com/en-ww/microsoft-teams/download-app
