How Do You Write The Introduction To A Novel?
Though we’ve all heard the old adage that, “Everyone has a book inside,” that doesn’t mean we can all write them. As many ideas as we may have rolling around in our heads, few will hold still long enough to be committed to paper. The most common complaint I’ve heard from aspiring writer friends is that they don’t know how to begin. With a few preliminary steps, you can give that novel in your head a chance to see the light of day. Once you have some semblance of an idea for your novel, sketch at least a rough outline of your plot. Many writers prefer not to use outlines but it is a useful tool if you’re having trouble starting. Decide how you plan to present this novel. Is your novel going to be in third person or first? If it’s in third, will the perspective be limited to one character or will it move between several? Is it going to be in past or present tense? Think long and hard about these questions. If your novel is an emotional, internal journey, first-person can enhance a reader
