Why are so many articles hiding the nut graf until paragraph four? I cut a draft from 1,600 to 1,100 words last night and the argument finally showed up on line 3.
, I completely get it. It drives me nuts when the main point is buried like that, especially when cutting my drafts can feel so tedious. I’ve found that using tools like Scrivener helps keep my structure clear, so I can spot the argument right from the start.
I’ve found that starting with a strong hook can really help. Instead of burying the main point, try leading with it or framing it right at the beginning — it’s a game changer. Have you thought about reworking your opener to make it pop right away?