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What are some examples of bad first lines of novels?

2024-11-21 09:29
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Well, consider a line like 'I don't know how to start this novel, so here goes.' This is a bad first line as it shows the writer's lack of confidence and preparation. Then there's 'He opened his eyes, and the world was normal.' which is rather dull and doesn't create any excitement. Also, 'The day started like any other day, which was boring.' fails to engage the reader as it gives the impression that the story will be equally boring.

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What are some examples of the best first lines in novels?

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2024-11-21 14:53

In 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, 'In my younger and more vulnerable years my father gave me some advice that I've been turning over in my mind ever since.' This line makes the reader curious about what the advice was and starts to introduce the narrator in a way that makes you want to know more about his experiences and how this advice has influenced him.

What are some examples of the best first lines of romance novels?

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2024-11-28 08:35

One example could be 'It was a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' from Pride and Prejudice. This line sets the stage for the story's exploration of marriage and relationships in that era.

Why are bad first lines of novels a problem?

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2024-11-21 18:10

Bad first lines are a problem because they fail to set the tone for the novel. A good first line should give a hint of what's to come, whether it's a mood of mystery, excitement or drama. If it's a bad first line like 'He walked. Just walked.', it doesn't give any indication of what the story will be about or what the reader can expect in terms of genre or theme. Also, in a world full of many books, a bad first line means the book may not stand out among the countless others on the shelf.

Mugs with First Lines of Novels: A Unique Concept. What Are Some Examples?

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2024-11-26 21:25

One example could be a mug with the line 'It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.' from George Orwell's '1984'. Another might have 'All children, except one, grow up.' which is the first line of J.M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan'.

What are some examples of good first lines for a novel?

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2024-11-28 17:47

Another good first line is 'She opened the door to a past she thought was long forgotten.' This line is great as it creates intrigue. The reader wants to know who 'she' is, what's behind the door, and why she thought that past was forgotten. It hooks the reader right from the start.

What are some examples of the best first lines of a novel?

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2024-11-21 20:30

One great example is 'It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.' from George Orwell's '1984'. It immediately sets an off - kilter mood, making the reader wonder about this world where the clocks seem to be acting strangely.

What are some examples of interesting first lines for stories?

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2024-11-03 05:02

One example could be 'The day the sky turned green was the day everything changed.' It immediately grabs the reader's attention and makes them wonder what could cause the sky to turn green and how that would change things. Another is 'She opened the box and found a world she never knew existed.' This line creates mystery and makes the reader eager to find out more about the box and the world inside it.

What are some examples of bad first drafts of famous novels?

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2024-10-28 20:17

For 'Pride and Prejudice', Austen's first drafts probably had some rough edges. Maybe the dialogue wasn't as sharp or the relationships between the characters not as nuanced. The first draft might have had a less clear portrayal of the social hierarchies that are so central to the story.

What are some examples of great first lines of short stories?

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2024-10-27 21:50

Consider 'All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.' by Leo Tolstoy in 'Anna Karenina'. This line is profound as it sets up the exploration of family dynamics. It makes you think about the nature of happiness and unhappiness within families. Then there's 'I am an invisible man.' from Ralph Ellison's 'Invisible Man'. This simple yet powerful statement makes the reader eager to discover why the narrator is invisible and what that means in the context of the story.

Can you give some examples of first lines of cyberpunk novels?

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2024-11-13 19:26

Sure. 'The city was alive with a thousand lights, none of them natural, and Johnny Mnemonic walked through it like a ghost.' This line sets a mood of a very artificial and somewhat otherworldly city. It also introduces a character in a rather mysterious way, making the reader want to know more about Johnny Mnemonic.

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