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How to Start A Story: “The Ordinary World” Technique (Video)

Published July 10, 2021 | Last Updated November 13, 2023 By Nicole Bianchi Leave a Comment

I’m excited to share a new video with you today! 

How can you write a compelling opening that captivates readers? In this video, I dive into how to hook readers with the concept of “The Ordinary World” from Joseph Campbell’s story structure “The Hero’s Journey”. Discover five ingredients for powerful openings whether you’re writing a fiction or nonfiction book, a screenplay, or a short story.

I hope you enjoy the video! It would be awesome if you could give it a thumbs up and leave a comment. Do you have any other story opening tips to add to my list?

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Hi, I’m Nicole! I help creatives, business owners, and writers take their writing and copywriting to the next level and grow their online audience. I’m also a published writer of essays and short stories. As a Christian, I seek to follow in the tradition of artists like Johann Sebastian Bach, dedicating all my work Soli Deo gloria.
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