Why Readers Rage Quit Your Book—And How to Keep Them Hooked

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Ever had a reader quit your book mid-way? It’s not always about the story idea—it’s often about execution. Discover the five deadly writing mistakes that cause readers to rage quit your book… and how you can fix them to keep readers hooked from page one to the final word.

Whether you’re a first-time novelist or a seasoned author, mastering scene-level storytelling is *non-negotiable*. In this video, Tim Grahl—CEO of Story Grid—breaks down the top reasons readers abandon books and delivers practical, actionable fixes to transform your manuscript into a page-turning experience.

Learn why narrative drive is the engine that keeps readers up past bedtime
Avoid exposition overload that grinds your story to a halt
Discover how to eliminate static scenes that create “meh” moments
Understand why clear character desires are essential to emotional investment
Stop breaking genre promises that leave your readers feeling betrayed
Fix your scenes with the Five Commandments of Storytelling for compelling momentum
Use minimum viable exposition and just-in-time delivery to keep the story flowing

This isn’t just about writing better scenes—it’s about writing books readers *can’t put down*. If you’ve ever struggled with pacing, character motivation, or reader engagement, this video will change the way you approach every chapter you write.

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