How can you write a compelling opening to your stories? In this video, we 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.

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**TIMESTAMPS**:
0:00​ Intro
0:21 What is the ordinary world?
2:33 Make an Entrance
3:58 Contrast
5:06 What Protagonist Lacks
5:54 Backstory & Exposition
6:56 Foreshadow
7:55 Final Thoughts

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