One sentence book hook
When/After/Before [inciting event], [protagonist name] must [goal or urgent action], or [major consequence].
Eg, “When a forgotten map resurfaces, disgraced archaeologist Ronda Peters gets one last chance to redeem her career.”
Expanded book hook
Introduce the Protagonist
[Protagonist name] is a [brief description: role, flaw, or defining trait] who [what they want most].
Introduce the Conflict
But when [unexpected problem, antagonist, or discovery], [protagonist] is forced to [difficult choice or dangerous action].
Raise the Stakes
If [protagonist] fails, [what terrible thing will happen].
And the deeper they go, the more they realize [twist, secret, or escalating danger].
Teasing Question / Final Hook
Now [protagonist] must [final dilemma] before [deadline or looming disaster].
But [provocative question or twist]?
Eg, “When a forgotten map resurfaces, disgraced archaeologist Ronda Peters gets one last chance to redeem her career.
But the map points to a city buried beneath a war-torn desert, and powerful forces will kill to keep it hidden.
If Ronda fails, the discovery of a lifetime will vanish forever.
If she succeeds, she may uncover a secret that could rewrite history, or end her life.
Because someone else is already searching… and they’re willing to bury the truth with her.“
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