Hi, so, I've been working on and planning and idea for a few weeks now, and I'm happy enough with the idea I've come up with, I think it is something I can really work with. I know where I want to go with it, etc, However I'm having extreme diffuclty trying to write the first paragraph. I want something that really going to draw the reader in and something thats either going to get them thinking or something that will make them want to continue reading. Only problem is I'm having a severe block at the moment. Any advice, help or ideas? Would really be appreicated!
You need to hook the reader. Make your opening lines as dramatic as you can make them. Dive straight into the action.
A few examples.
You could start with a death, murder, argument, funeral, battle, fight, suicide, broken heart, tragedy, disaster, shock, horror, bullying, treachery, jealousy, adversity, hatred, revenge.
Dialogue is a very good way to start.
I hope that helps.
Hi there
I agree, just get started, even if your not immediately satisfied with the first paragraph, you'll find that sooner or later it'll all just slot into place.
Good Luck, and stop worrying:):):)
Hello Terri
I think the best thing is just to write, as Christopher says above. It might be you have to write out of order of the plot, but thanks to computers you can chop and change. I'm sure a great opening will come into your mind as you start to relax (as you write) and then you can capture that thought and work on it till you're happy with it.
Hi Victoria, I like your opening line too - it's really captured my imagination.
All the very best of luck.