| August 31, 2004 |
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The Hook Project
Call  me Ishmael. He died with a felafel in his hand. Dog carcass in alley this morning, tire tread on burst stomach. No, we're not spouting nonsense, simply repeating some of the best literary hooks ever to snag a reader. If an eye-catching cover can compel you to pick up a book, then these gripping first sentences are designed to keep you from putting it down. And a successful hook lures readers and reels 'em in. This site collects the best literary beginnings as submitted and voted on by avid readers everywhere. Browse by author, genre, or title, then see how your favorite writers stack up. From the pen of contemporaries like David Sedaris and Steven King to the classics of Charles Dickens and Mark Twain, you'll find the best hooks come in all shapes, sizes, and writing styles. Go ahead, take the bait. (in Literature) |
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