What kind of sentence can help you start a story?

Yes, of course. In a story, we can break some grammar 'rules' for stylistic effect. Like 'But the old man, he had a secret that no one could ever guess. He had seen things in his long life that defied explanation, and this secret was about to change the lives of those around him.' This use of 'but' at the start gives a sense of contrast or unexpectedness right from the beginning.

Sure you can! 'But' is a common word that can be used to introduce a contrast or exception at the beginning of a sentence in a story.

Yes, you can. 'But' can be used to introduce a contrast or unexpected element at the beginning of a sentence, adding variety and intrigue to the narrative. For example, 'But she never expected what happened next.'

Sure you can. It's not a strict rule against it. Many authors do it to add emphasis or create a certain flow.

The lone figure was a fisherman named Ben. He had just received some bad news about his family's finances. He was so lost in his thoughts that he didn't even notice the heavy rain. Ben had always found solace in the sea, and on this stormy night, he was trying to figure out how to make ends meet. Standing on the deserted pier, he watched as the waves crashed against the pillars. He knew he had to be strong, like the pier that withstood the force of the ocean.

A love story could start this way. Say the sentence is 'As the sun set, their eyes met across the crowded room for the first time.' Then the story could be about two people from different backgrounds. They start to talk, and they find out they have a lot in common. But there are obstacles in their relationship, like family differences and career goals that might keep them apart, but their love overcomes all in the end.

You might start a story with: 'The old clock struck midnight, and everything changed.' It immediately creates a sense of drama and anticipation. It implies that something significant is going to happen as a result of this moment at midnight.

One possible start could be: 'The night was darker than a witch's cauldron.'

Well, a good start could be 'In a world far away, where dreams were made of stardust.' This evokes a sense of fantasy and adventure. It gives the reader a feeling that they're about to embark on a unique journey.

Well, something like 'In a faraway land, a magical creature was born with a special power to bring happiness to everyone' could work. This sentence creates a fantasy setting and leaves room for creativity in how the story unfolds and is played out.