How to Keep Your Readers Turning Pages

ByMarnie Pehrson Kuhns August 29, 2017January 31, 2018

Are you writing fiction or considering writing fiction? How would you like to keep your readers turning pages and unable to put down your book? When people find a book so engaging they can’t put it down, they’re more likely to share it with their friends.

In this video I share techniques for keeping your readers engaged and reading. I illustrate my points using a scene from An Uncertain Justice, a novel based on a true story about my 2nd great grandfather who was murdered atop Lookout Mountain in Georgia. The book is about the last legal hanging in the state of Georgia.

I hope you enjoy the scene and glean some ideas for how to keep your readers engaged.

To learn more about creating page-turning books that sell, click here.

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Marnie Pehrson Kuhns

Marnie Pehrson Kuhns is a best-selling author and musician who helps subject matter experts leverage their wisdom and stories to create visibility, education, influence and sales in the marketplace. Whether she’s helping you distill your wisdom into books and information products or create visibility for your company, Marnie focuses on creating connection and loyalty.

Marnie helps her clients lead with their stories, connect from the heart, educate their market, and create loyal customers who send word-of-mouth referrals.

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