Published writers have the fortunate advantage of starting a novel or short story; however, they like. They're an established name with an existing fan base. Their readers, agents, and editors already know that they are more than capable of selling books. But, if you're an unpublished writer, things are not quite so simple, and agents and editors are not quite so tolerant or lenient.
As an unpublished writer, it is absolutely essential that you grab the reader's attention right from the beginning. Metaphorical hands should erupt from the first page, seize your reader by the collar, and yank them, helpless, into the narrative.
This means one thing and one thing only: ACTION.
Don't start your story with description, start it with something actually happening. That means few adjectives and no adverbs. Your opening few paragraphs should be stuffed full of verbs and nouns!
Sherry Soule is a writer and freelance editor for The Fiction Editor. She can improve your novel with helpful suggestions and edits. She is based in San Francisco, California, but is available worldwide. As a fellow writer, she respects the written word. Sherry specializes in romance, horror, and suspense fiction. Check out her blog for struggling writers: Dark Angel Writing
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