Hello, amazing fellow creatives! Here’s to more fun perusing the library’s new releases to see what strikes our fancy. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I’ve retitled Story Cuppings to better fit the premise of the podcast.
As writers, we hear all the time that we’ve got to hook readers in just the first few pages or else. We’ve got to hook agents in the first few pages or else.
Whether you’re looking to get published or just hoping to hook your reader, first impressions are vital. Compelling opening scenes are the key to catching an agent or editor’s attention, and are crucial for keeping your reader engaged.
JEFF GERKE, THE FIRST 50 PAGES
Well then, let’s study those first few pages in other people’s stories, shall we?
Today I snagged from the New Release shelf:
Now I recall there being quite the to-do over The Warehouse, so I admit I have high hopes for this one.
If you do not see the audio player above, you can access the podcast here.
I do so love a good genre-blend, and this combination of science fiction and mystery has already got me intrigued with just a few pages. The protagonist’s narrating style mixed with the concept of an illness that causes one to time travel (!) promises to be a bloody good read with time never truly being on anyone’s side.
And as always, I love hearing what’s on the shelves of your own libraries. Libraries Rock!
Read on, share on, and write on, my friends!
Jean Lee's World 
And it is good my dear x
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It’s been a long time since I’ve read science fiction, but this book has an interesting premise.
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I agree! Martin Amis’ TIME’S ARROW came to mind, which actually made me apprehensive (I couldn’t finish that one) but the mystery angle really hooked me. 🙂
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Fascinating, Jean. Beautifully read, and persuasively examined.
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CATH! Oh, I thank you. I’m so happy to see you back online! I hope your students are being kind to you and you’ve had some glorious reading adventures. 🙂
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My students are lovely, thank you. Full of enthusiasm, and willing to be taken on some challenging or crazy flights. I’m having fun with the reading and the writing. It was lovely to sit back and let you lead me, though. Nice Podcast.
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Thank you kindly, Cath! I’m really enjoying this approach, and I think I’ve finally found the niche I want to use. After jumping to different themes for a year, having a set method takes a lot of stress out of the act…though Blondie is determined to chime in more this year as well… 🙂 xxxxx
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I like the sound of this one. It’s ages since I read any sci-fi! Well read and analysed as always Jean… and now I’m going to re-examine the beginning bit of novel which I’ve just written. Cxxx
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Hee hee! I’m sure your start is wonderful, Chris! I’m noticing that a lot with reading all these different stories…a start with a little bit of motion goes a long way in engaging imagination!
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I have motion!!!
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Thanks, Jean. Your dedication to the format and to keep putting out content is ab fab!
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I’m a’tryin, Pam! It’s a little activity that helps me stay sane. 🙂 xxxxxx
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I know, right, but too much can also make you go the other way! At least it does me. 😂
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Ooooooh yes. I hear ya there! xxxxxx
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♥️💕❤️
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This sounds such a great read. Definitely hooked me on this one xxxxxxxx
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Thank you, Friend! I know, this one’s got me intrigued, too. Stay warm and safe, you and Hawklad both! xxxxxxx
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