What are the best first lines in fiction?

From the pithy to the provocative, the classic book opener comes in many different forms. Hephzibah Anderson explores the art of the perfect first sentence.

How to Write A Good First Line 20+ Examples of Great Novel

Fiverr - Can you recognize any of these iconic first lines

Literature's greatest opening paragraphs - the best opening lines

First Lines from Women's Fiction - Lynette M. Burrows

The Book Trail Best First Lines in Crime Fiction - The Book Trail

First Lines from Women's Fiction - Lynette M. Burrows

How to Write a Strong Opening Sentence [With Examples]

This resource includes 16 posters with quotes from popular YA books. It is similar to my other Famous First Lines posters, but this set includes

Famous First Lines of Young Adult YA Books / Classroom Posters / Reading

The Book Trail Best First Lines in Crime Fiction - The Book Trail

robert mccrum, the 10 best first lines in fiction

The Best First Lines of Books (And How to Write Your Own)