What this is
Mastering Story Openings is a 2-hour online creative writing workshop focused on the craft of opening pages in fiction and narrative writing. The session covers the critical first 10 pages of a story and five key narrative functions that make openings compelling and effective. A live Q&A component runs throughout, allowing participants to engage directly with the instructor in real time. The workshop is designed for writers who want to sharpen their storytelling instincts from the very first line.
Who should go
This workshop is ideal for aspiring fiction writers, screenwriters, and storytellers at any level who struggle with hooking readers from the start. It suits both beginners looking for a structured framework and intermediate writers wanting to diagnose weaknesses in their existing work. The live Q&A format makes it especially valuable for those who learn best through direct interaction and feedback. Log in a few minutes early to test your audio and video connection before the session begins.
Good to know
This is a fully online event, so no physical venue attendance is required — check the event page for the platform being used (Zoom, YouTube Live, etc.) and ensure you have a stable internet connection. The session is listed as 2 hours but may run longer due to live Q&A, so clear your schedule accordingly. Payment and registration details should be confirmed on the organiser's booking page; check whether foreign credit cards are accepted at checkout. Having a notebook or document open to take notes during the session is strongly recommended given the technique-focused content.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.