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the writer's block |
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There has always been a lot of emphasis placed on the first line. Many consider it the hook: the sentence that will entice—or deter—the reader from pressing on. To an extent this is true. First lines are important. However, I would argue the emphasis put on them is misplaced. Writers should worry less about crafting the perfect first line and more concerned about crafting an opening that builds momentum.
The only thing more terrifying than letting another human read your work is having to pitch your work in two sentences or less. Two sentences that have the power to peak or deter interest in the idea you may have spent days/weeks/months/years working to create. Let’s be honest: No one enjoys being dismissed or rejected. In fact, it sucks. But unfortunately, as writers, we are playing a game of failure and so it is important to make sure we are taking the time to do the little things that will help us decrease this margin of failure.
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