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EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 48 MIN

Prologues...Yes or No?

from Story Nerd · host Valerie Francis, Melanie Hill, Kathleen Foxx

Boy, prologues are tricky things. How do you know if your story needs one? If you do want to use one, how do you make sure it enhances your story, or detracts from it? Kathleen and I discuss all this and more in today's Hook Your Reader episode. Enjoy! -V.   The Hook Formula: the works-every-time method for describing your book in a way that captivates readers and makes them beg for more. Submit your query letter and first 10 pages writing sample at storynerd.ca. For your FREE First 10 Pages Checklist, visit valeriefrancis.ca/checklist To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website. To subscribe to Kat's Keynotes (Substack), click here. Watch us on YouTube!

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