Can you create a story based on the first and last sentences from public domain novels?

One way is for inspiration. If you're a writer, those sentences can spark ideas for a new story. For instance, if the first sentence gives a mood and the last one a conclusion, you can build a plot in between.

Another one is 'All children, except one, grow up.' from 'Peter Pan' by J.M. Barrie. It immediately makes the reader curious about that one child who doesn't grow up and draws you into the story of Neverland.

As of July 2023, the last classic novel to enter the public domain in the United States was 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This means that the copyright on this novel has expired, and it can be freely used, reproduced, and adapted without permission from the original copyright holder. For example, it can be made into new stage plays, films with different interpretations, or used in educational materials more freely.

Yes, I can. Take 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. It's about a girl Dorothy who gets swept away by a tornado to the magical land of Oz. She meets the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on her journey to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard for help to get back to Kansas. There are witches, flying monkeys, and many other elements in the plot.

Yes, 'A Christmas Story' is in the public domain, meaning it can be freely used and shared without copyright restrictions.

Well, as mentioned, 'The Great Gatsby' is among the recent ones to enter public domain. It was written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The story is set in the Jazz Age and delves into themes like wealth, love, and the American Dream. Now that it's in public domain, publishers can reprint it without paying royalties, and artists can create new illustrations for it. Writers can also write prequels or sequels to the story without legal hassles related to copyright.

Sure. 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker is a classic public domain horror novel. It introduced the world to the iconic vampire, Count Dracula. Another one is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It explores the themes of creation and the consequences of playing God. Also, 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' by Robert Louis Stevenson is great. It delves into the duality of human nature.

One well - known public domain spy novel is 'The Thirty - Nine Steps' by John Buchan. It's a classic that follows the adventures of Richard Hannay as he gets caught up in a web of espionage. Another is 'Kim' by Rudyard Kipling, which has elements of spying in the context of colonial India. And 'The Secret Agent' by Joseph Conrad is also a great one, exploring themes of terrorism and espionage in a rather dark and complex way.

One well - known public domain Japanese novel is 'The Tale of Genji' by Murasaki Shikibu. It's considered a classic of Japanese literature and offers deep insights into the Heian period's court life.

One great public domain fantasy novel is 'Beowulf'. It's an epic story filled with battles against monsters like Grendel. Also, 'The King of Elfland's Daughter' is a wonderful choice. It tells a story of a mortal man who marries an elf princess and the consequences that follow in a beautifully written fantasy setting.