How to Write a Killer First Sentence (Analysis of 1984, The Gunslinger, & More)

ProWritingAid is the essential toolkit for storytellers ✍️. Sign up for your free account and start using ProWritingAid to help craft, polish, and edit your writing today: https://bit.ly/StoryLabFirstLines ___ What is it about the first sentence of a book that can either hook you or lose you? In this video of Story Lab, Hayley Milliman explores the art of crafting a powerful opening line. Discover the magic behind five of the most memorable first sentences in literature and learn how you can apply these techniques to your own writing. Be sure to watch till the end for a practical exercise where Hayley shares strategies for creating first sentences that immediately engage and intrigue your readers. ___ ⏰ Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Why is the first sentence so important? 1:48 - Analysis of famous first lines 1:49 - "1984" by George Orwell 3:00 - "Shatter Me" by Tahereh Mafi 4:04 - "The Gunslinger" by Stephen King 4:58 - "Bad Dirt: Wyoming Stories 2" by Annie Proulx 6:13 - "Paradise" by Toni Morrison 7:00 - 5 tips to craft a strong opening line 8:05 - Exercise: Crafting your own first sentence __ 📚 About Story Lab: At Story Lab, we break down successful stories to uncover the secret formula for writing your own masterpiece. Powered by the story scientists at ProWritingAid, we combine art and science to help you master storytelling. #FirstLines #WritingTips #StoryLab #ProWritingAid