Let’s be honest, characters are the beating heart of any story. In fact, writers spend a lot of hours developing their personalities, their motivations, their desires and so on. And that’s great; you should probably know what your characters’ roles will be in your story. But once you’ve figured that out, the crucial next step is to introduce your characters in a way that captivates your audience. From the very first encounter. It doesn’t have to be fantastical. It just needs to be right. Because here’s the thing: just as in real life, first impressions are everything in fiction.  A strong character introduction will not only hook readers but also…