writing

Follow this Link (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. to see a list of the "100 Best First Lines from Novels." After looking over the list answer the following questions in your post:

1) How many of the lines (or books) were you familiar with? You may include the rankings those titles received as well.

2) Which first line was your favorite? Briefly explain why.

3) Which openers were effective (which ones made you want to read more of the story)? Explain why they were effective.

4) Were there any openers you did not care for? Explain why.