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1001 Paperclips by Chad Schomber · May 29, 2026

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The secret to writing a strong opening for your story.

Key takeaway if you’re in a rush

Strong openings usually begin at the moment something changes.

  • a chase

  • an argument

  • a discovery

  • a disaster

  • a betrayal

  • a decision

  • a mistake

That moment acts like a hook pulling the reader forward.


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