In this video, I'll share everything you need to know about prologues in fiction. I'll cover what they are. I'll cover when to use them (and when NOT to). I'll cover how to write a prologue that hooks readers from the very first page.

We'll dive into the common mistakes writers make with prologues. We'll discuss why some readers dislike them. And, we'll explore examples from popular books and movies. By the end, you'll understand how to use prologues. They enhance your storytelling.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:45 Why Avoid Prologues?
03:29 Why Use a Prologue?
05:00 Tip#1 Set Promises For Tone
05:30 Tip #2 Establish the Genre
07:02 Tip #3 Keep it Concise
08:58 Tip #4 Make Sure It's Necessary
09:21 Tip #5 Establish the Conflict
10:13 Tip #6 Don't Involve the Protagonist Directly.
11:29 Conclusion