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Your first line might be the most important sentence in your entire story because it has to draw readers in. But too often, it's boring. In this video, I’m workshopping real opening lines (submitted by you!) to illustrate what makes a strong first sentence that sparks curiosity and makes us want to keep reading. SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER ...
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