Opening Hook Scorecard
Readers decide in seconds whether to keep reading. Paste your opening (roughly your first 300 words), rate it honestly against 8 proven hook criteria, and get a score plus targeted fixes for your weakest spots.
Step 1: Paste your opening
0 words. The scorecard works best on your first 200–300 words.
Step 2: Rate each criterion
Read your opening once, then score it on each criterion. Be honest — a harsh score now beats a bored reader later.
Learn: three annotated sample openings
Study these before you revise. The notes explain exactly what each opening does right or wrong.
Go Deeper with the Book
Opening Hook Scorecard is just the start. Freelance Writing Made Simple by Kimani Upshur, M.Ed. takes you deeper into the craft of writing that earns readers — clear chapters and practical guidance you can use today.