What is a good way to start a story?

Starting with a thought - provoking question can be great. Like 'Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wake up in a world where everyone had forgotten your name?' This makes the reader start thinking and gets them engaged in the story right away.

You could start with an exciting action scene to immediately draw the reader in.

One good way to start a story is by creating an exciting hook, like a mysterious event or a surprising character introduction.

You could start with an exciting action scene to hook the readers right away.

Start with a strange character. Maybe a person who is wearing a long black coat, a wide - brimmed hat that shadows their face, and has an air of secrecy about them. They could be standing in a crowded place but seem completely detached, as if they are in their own world filled with secrets. This kind of character piques the reader's curiosity.

You could start with a description of your hunting partner or the dog that accompanies you. Say something like 'My old hunting dog, Max, his eyes full of eagerness and his tail wagging uncontrollably, led the way into the dense forest that morning. It was a sign that this hunting trip was going to be different.'

Begin with an eerie setting, like 'The old, dilapidated house stood alone at the end of the overgrown lane, its broken windows like gaping mouths in the moonlight.'

Begin with an interesting dialogue. For example, two characters arguing about something mysterious or a strange statement made by one character to another. This immediately grabs the reader's attention and makes them curious about what will follow.

Starting with a shared interest is also good. Say both characters are at a book club or a concert of their favorite band. They start chatting about the book or the music, and that common ground can be the beginning of a love story. It gives them something to bond over right from the start.

One good way to start a short story is with an interesting dialogue. For example, 'I can't believe you did that!' This immediately grabs the reader's attention and makes them wonder what 'that' is. It also gives a sense of character and conflict right from the start.