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10 Opening Line Ideas

Last night I dreamt I was at my funeral again.

"I didn't do it!" screamed Daria.

"Go away!" signed Abhishek.

Perth had been without vampires for months.

My name is Emmanuel Ekhasomhi, at least, that's what I told him.

Dear reader, I wish I could tell you that it ends well for you.

Alastair was usually more interesting.

Scarlet was known for being outgoing.

Mike had grown accustomed to seeing zombies on a regular basis.

I only ever met one man I'd call truly crazy.


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A blank page can be very daunting. Whether you've planned the perfect story or are suffering from writers' block, you still need to write that first line.

Use our opening line tool above to help inspire you to get started. It's ideal for novels, short stories and the opening line of dialogue in a movie or stage play.








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