Did you know that agents and publishers often decide if they like a manuscript within just a few pages? The opening of your manuscript are where you establish your voice, the tone, the point of view, and your characters. And the opening pages are where you hook the reader and get them emotionally invested in your story so they feel like they can't put the manuscript down.
This special two part clinic will give you the knowledge and tools to make your opening pages shine! Sign up for the webinar to attend, ask questions, and learn or the clinic to submit pages for feedback.
This Clinic Will Cover:
- POV
- Voice
- Tone
- Feedback on your pages (clinic writers only)
Born and raised in Italy, Miriam Cortinovis (they/she) moved to Chicago as a teenager and has since earned a BA in Creative Writing and an MA in Writing & Publishing from DePaul University. After an internship with Aevitas Creative Management and more than a year working at ArtHouse Literary (USA), they joined the amazing team at the Ki Agency in 2025, continuing to expand and support their list in everything and anything speculative.
Cancellation Policy: You may cancel for a full refund up to 5 days prior to the start of the class. Cancellations requested after this period will be ineligible for refunds.
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