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CC tests Nyx and Ran's wonderful new beginning

Does your first chapter make a promise the rest of your book can keep? In this workshop session, Adam Simon and the group put Ciara Craig's (CC) new first chapter to the test. Through a "retelling," we see if the core conflict—a high-stakes rivalry between archaeologist Nyx and the pirate captain Ran—lands with the audience. In this video, we discuss: The Retelling Test: How a reader’s summary reveals what is actually sticking (and what isn’t). The Indiana Jones Comparison: Building a distinctive protagonist who feels familiar yet unique. Balancing Stakes: Why Nyx’s secret as a "Triple" is her driving force, and how to reveal that information without "info-dumping." Establishing Chemistry: Refining the "enemies-to-lovers" dynamic and ensuring the sexual tension or rivalry is palpable from page one. Character Agency: Ensuring the protagonist doesn't just feel defeated, but leaves the reader with a hint of their next move. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the Retelling Test 00:29 - The "Perfect First Chapter" Aphorism 00:45 - Kim’s Retelling of the Chapter 02:12 - Analyzing Reader Emotions: Excitement vs. Defeat 04:24 - Exploring the Magic System: What are "Triples"? 07:15 - Showing vs. Telling: Dream walking and World-building 11:05 - Closing Advice on Flexibility in Revision