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a piece of paper with the words it was a pleasure to burn

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." We all know famous lines like these, but can you identify the classic novels they come from? The post Can You Identify These 15 Opening Lines from 15 Famous Authors? appeared first on Reader's Digest.

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a poem written in black and white with the words'berraal & reget sentence

Some people get so focused on leaving a great first impression that they seem to forget how to act like a decent human being.

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the words, 11 of the best closing lines in literature are spray painted on a brick wall

Authors must be knackered by the time they get around to the end of their book, I’d understand if they just wanted to phone it in… but these guys managed to whip out one final zinger, a deeply satisfying note on which to leave their readers. Here’s my list of the best closing lines in literature... #Booklovers #Books #Literature #Literary #Writing #Goodreads

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several open books stacked on top of each other with the words, 23 opening lines of books that will make you want to read them now

The opening line of a book are like the curtains swooping up, revealing the stage as the author ushers you into the story and also another world. An opening line forms the first impression. It is the opening line that grabs your attention and hooks you into the story! There are some amazing opening lines that fill the reader in you with curiosity and intrigue to find out more. Here are 23 opening lines of books that will make you want to read them now…

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a sign that reads how to perfect the opening line of your novel five tricks for crafting your reader's first impression of your story

Opening lines define our stories in so many ways, setting the stage for everything to come. Yet, they don’t have to be as confounding as they seem—all it takes is knowing the traits of a strong opening, and then applying those to your own novel!

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the text reads, i'm sick here to read pink lace in a cage

this one's a really personal poem, tbh i'm not exactly sure what it's about or if it makes sense, but i wanna share it bc it has been there for me for a long time. these past few weeks have been SO stressful, full of exams and assingments, so whenever i felt overwhelmed, i just continued to write this in my journal. it has taken a while to write, but i really hope u enjoy!! #writer #poet #poem #pinwriter #fyp

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a quote on how to write a killer opening line that will make your readers salvadorte

Share at: ChatGPT Perplexity WhatsApp LinkedIn X Grok Google AI Everyone knows the best way to start a novel or a story is with a killer opening line. You need something that hooks the reader and immediately sets whatever mood you’re trying to set. It should be your best sentence. In fact, what follows doesn’t … Continue reading How to write a great opening line that will make your readers salivate

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an open book with the title 17 best closing lines in literature

Opening lines get a lot of attention, but what about closing lines? It's wonderful when a writer finds a deeply satisfying note on which to leave their readers. Here's my list of the best closing lines in literature...

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