#first sentence

[saxamophone]

writing patterns

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there's a pattern! Thank you for the tag @citrusses :)

I'm one shy of 10 published fics, but let's give it a go!

I seem to like a short first sentence, yeah? I kept this to first sentences only, and avoided putting the next sentence that explains a bit more in here. So, that's interesting! I actually think the short ones are better than the longer openers.

Also I like to catch people mid-stare, cool, cool.

where all the veins meet (E)

It was all Dean's fault, really.

2. Just Like Heaven (E)

Draco can feel him before he speaks.

3. The Boys of Summer (E)

Draco shrugs off his coat, hair staticky, and kicks the door shut behind him.

4. Touch Your Lips Just So I Know (E)

Harry stares at the snow falling outside the window as the fire burns low and the shadows grow long.

5. Heart to Break (M)

Draco's skin prickled, and he knew.

6. Never Miss a Day Again (T)

Draco sidled up—he actually sidled, there was no other word for it—and leaned on the counter next to Harry, who was making margaritas at Hermione and Ron’s taco Tuesday.

7. All These Things and More (M)

Harry pulled at the collar of his dress robes.

8. Back From the Raging Blue (M)

Draco stared at the ceiling.

9. The Greenhouse (M)

Draco stares at the fanged geranium growling on his worktable. 

Everyone else has already done this so I'm tagging to be like...hey. hi, hello I did this as well, can we continue to chat here. @arminaa8 @nv-md @tackytigerfic @skeptiquewrites @tackytigerfic @academicdisasterfic @lqtraintracks

#drarry fic #fanfic #first sentence #drarry #dreville

[tracingpatternswrites]

Writing patterns

Thanks for the tags @puuvillaa and @blitheringmcgonagall - this was fun!

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (or however many you have) posted fics and see if there's a pattern!

Married at first sight - Wolfstar

I’m out of my mind. 

Rekindle - Wolfstar

Sirius wakes with a jolt, which is weird because he barely sleeps these days.

Unbound by you - Wolfstar

“Padfoot! Padfoot! PADFOOT!!!”

dream a little dream of me - Wolfstar

He doesn’t know how he gets back to Grimmauld Place.

The Patchwork of Us - Wolfstar

Remus turned his collar up against the wind as he stepped out of the station and onto Church Road. 

A very merry Christmas - Jegulus

“IT’S CHRISTMAS!!!!”

Ropes - Wolfstar

Ropes - sometimes black like the ink on Sirius’ skin, sometimes a bright red, like the blood that collects in the wake of sharp blades and sharper teeth.

over blackened water - Jegulus

He’s floating, soaring, flying.

Yes sir - Wolfstar

There’s a knock at the door to his office and Remus sets his pen down with a frown. 

The Malfoy Gambit - Narcissa character study

Narcissa had always loved the Manor.

What's the pattern? For one who doesn't mind wordy and long sentences, my first sentences seem to be quite short.

No pressure tags for @heartofspells, @impishtubist, @artemisia-black, @mundrakan if you want, and anyone else who might want to play.

#tag game #first sentence #pattern finding

[sassy-cissa]

writing patterns: first sentences

thank you @lettersbyelise for the tag!

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there’s a pattern!

I guess my pattern is…I have no pattern. Lol

I try to start a fic so it's captures the readers attention, but I doubt that happens as I'm still an "unknown" in most parts. I write what I enjoy and if others read…fabulous. If not, oh well.

So here we go:

thank you @lettersbyelise for the tag!

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there’s a pattern!

I guess my pattern is…I have no pattern. Lol

I try to start a fic so it's captures the readers attention, but I doubt that happens as I'm still an "unknown" in most parts. I write what I enjoy and if others read…fabulous. If not, oh well. Oh and they are all Drarry.

So here we go:

thank you @lettersbyelise for the tag!

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there’s a pattern!

I guess my pattern is…I have no pattern. Lol

I try to start a fic so it's captures the readers attention, but I doubt that happens as I'm still an "unknown" in most parts. I write what I enjoy and if others read…fabulous. If not, oh well.

So here we go:

Harry looked at the assignment memo in his hand and then back at his best friend, and boss. An Impossible Assignment T, 1.8k words

Draco rushed into the bedroom, just as Harry pulled a jumper over his head. It's All in the Shimmey M, 630 words

First, whispers meant secrets to Draco. Hushed conversations between his father and his friends in the library after dinner. All you left me (are the whispers in the wind) G, 205 words **Warning – MCD**

Draco gently set the Billywig inside the cage before closing and locking the door. Chasing unicorns, finding love E, 27.7k words

Harry held the glass of Firewhisky between his thumb and his middle finger, swirling the amber liquid negligently as he glanced around the room. Just Give Me a Reason E, 24.7k words

“Seriously, Hermione,” Harry sighed, “just let it go.” Living for a dream...loving for a moment M, 10.5k words

Draco clutched the bench he sat on like a lifeline, the wood rough beneath his hands. Every Hour Has Led to This E, 105.6k words

Draco took his time gathering his gear at the end of today's training session. Take Down Manoeuvres M, 1k words

"Yes!!" Harry shouted into his empty living room. A Text in the Right Direction (co-written with @timothysboxers) M, 9.2k words

"Papa?" What a Wonderful World T, 10.2k words Not tagging anyone, because most I know already did it. But feel free to do it if you've want. Be sure to tag me so I can read!!

#writer tag game #first sentence #sassy-cissa fics

[wibzenadarksiderwithasoftheart]

Writing Patterns (Tag Game)

Rules: list the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there’s a pattern!

Thank you for the tag @underacalicosky this is could be fun.

I already know one pattern in my fics, as many of them start with a quote, so I'll skip that and find the first sentence.

He was floating, drifting in the emptiness.

From The eternal tide is an endless rhythm that becomes the song of the heart

Obi-Wan breathed a sigh of relief when their ship finally landed in the Jedi temple’s western hangar.

From Compersion

"I know you."

From At the end, I will always be with you. 

He stared at the baby in his arms, the tiny innocent luminous being who would one day be his and so many others' demise.

From For the greater good

With a last, May the Force be with you, Obi-Wan clicked off his comm releasing a long suffering sigh.

From Rain

Obi-Wan found his Padawan in the long, soft grass near the great waterfall in the Room of a Thousand Fountains.

From Nightmares

The lone figure stood motionless on the edge of the cliff watching as the last sun was swallowed up by the horizon, turning the sky into a glowing sea of flames.

From Across time

Looking down at the mangled and crippled form that was all that there was left of his best friend and brother, seeing the hate, pain and fear blend together in the sulfur yellow eyes that had replaced beloved blue, Obi-Wan choose to be selfish, he simply could not let him die in agony.

From As one

Ahsoka was unusually quiet next to Anakin in the co-pilot seat of the Twilight when they finally emerged from hyperspace over Coruscant.

From ‘Com’Passion 

Ahsoka clenched the hydrospanner between her strong white teeth, growling a curse borrowed from her former master's extensive arsenal.

From One passionate night

I don't really see a pattern, but that's probably because these ten are very different fic with different setups… but it was fun to see, because it's not something I've thought about before. The first sentence usually comes to me from my muse, so it's something instinctive for me.

I won't be tagging anyone this time, but invite anyone who is interested to participate.

#star wars #fanfiction #star wars fan fic #writing #tag game #first sentence #my muse #Writing Patterns #my fic

[agreatartist1]

Every First Sentence Of Tetocu S1

EP 1: "Meet George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 2: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 3: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 4: "Two butts!"

EP 5: "Toilet Paper: One of mankind's crowning achievements."

EP 6: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 7: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 8: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 9: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 10: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 11: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 12: "This is George Beard and Harold Hutchins."

EP 13: "Previously on Captain Underpants..."

#Captain Underpants #Cu #The Epic Tales Of Captain Underpants #Tetocu #George #Harold #Tetocu S1 #First Sentence #Animation #Adaption #Netflix #Netflix Animation #DreamWorks Animation Television #Fiction #Characters

[lorifragolina]

writing patterns 👁️

I had it in my draft as I needed time to do it, but @medusapelagia was faster tagging me, so here we go!

rules: list the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there’s a pattern!

10 - Hole in my soul: They were talking about getting rid of the Munson trailer. (Steddie) 9 - The Celestial flame: The battle was violent, but short. (Harringrove) 8 - Lust in the Arena: The emperor curled his mouth in a smile, in the instant he laid his eyes on the warrior at the center of the arena. (Harringrove) 7 - What if...? A cabin by the sea: Neil Hargrove was an asshole. (Harringrove) 6 - Teaser and the firecat: “Ehi, you freak!” Yelled the jock in green letterman. (Steddie) 5: An Unexpected Birthday present : “Please, please, I’m there…oh god, fuck!” moaned the blonde guy, grinding on the other man behind him, pushing inside him. “Oh please, please…” (Harringrove) 4: A Queen in Pink: Hargrove had been annoying since his very first day in Hawkins High. (Harringrove) 3: Heaven and Hell: The dancers were moving in unison in the center of the room. (Harringrove) 2: The Blood and the Lust: The arson was devastating the villa on the hill, the flames burning everything around. (Harringrove) 1: Let's try to be in love: “Fuck me if it’s not Steve Harrington from Hawkins High” It was Steve Harrington from Hawkins High, and indeed he fucked him. (Steddie)

I don't know if I can see a pattern here. I like to start with a short phrase to put the action in place, but really I just flow with the story and let the fingers do their things!

If someone wants to do this game, please, even if you're not tagged. If you want me to tag you in the next game, please let me know (or if you don't want, same thing :) ) @eriquin @ariesbilly @strangerthngs4life @darleenjade @dragonflylady77 @lovebillyhargrove @farrah-fawcett-spray @hoegrove

#writing #tag games #first sentence

[stricktlyco]

"Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich, with a comfortable home and happy disposition, seemed to unite some of the best blessings in existence; and had lived nearly twenty-one years in the world with very little to distress or vex her."

Emma, Jane Austen

#until now #i just love how this sentence beckons the chaos that will follow #opening #opening sentence #first sentence #quotes #emma #jane austen #quote #booklr #bookblr #handsome #clever #rich #blessings

[trulybetty]

First sentence fic prompt:

There was no way he was leaving--not like this.

There was no way he was leaving – not like this.

Joel scrambled to his feet, his legs felt foreign underneath him as he tried to find purchase on his feet, “No!” he shouted as he stumbled to grab ahold of one of the kitchen chairs.

“Joel,” Charlotte choked as she swallowed a sob, “I need you to leave, I need–” her voice cracked and hot tears threatened to fall, “please, just go.”

Whiskey confidence on his breath speaking truth on his lips he reached out for her, “Charlie, I can’t go, I don’t want to leave, please. Please, tell me how I fix this,” he paused a small distance from Charlotte who had her arms crossed at her chest, her hands holding on tight at her sides as if it were her last reserve from falling apart, “please,” he begged.

Charlotte’s steely green eyes met his dark pleading ones, “I don’t think you just get to fix this, Joel,” she said, her voice a whisper that somehow cut through the tension that had filled the room like a scream. “You lost your last chance to fix anything when you let me leave Boston alone.”

thank you @jomiddlemarch, this was a good one that took a few turns before where it settled and it has inspired me to pick this up into something bigger! 🙌

#betty talks #jomiddlemarch #first sentence #joel x ofc!charlotte

[johaerys-writes]

First Sentence Tag Game

I was tagged ages ago by @pikapeppa and @musetta3, thank you both!

Rules: post the first sentence of your last ten fics. If you haven't written ten fics, share as many first-sentences as you have.

I always love doing this tag/seeing others do it, and trying to see if there are any patterns in the first sentences 👀 So let's see what we have!

1. you're a walking disaster, and yet— (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, T)

The Pelides’ house is big. Very big. 

2. what the gods plan (for you and me) (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, T)

The spear snaps in Achilles’ hands in an explosion of wood, the two halves of it now useless. 

3. A World With You (Dorian Pavus/Trevelyan, DA, E)

Tristan always hated the cold.

4. Cool Guys Don't Look At Explosions (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, Gen)

The merchant that showed up at Phthia’s gates that day is an interesting fellow. 

5. Twin Flames (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, E)

Phthia’s hall is packed tonight. Patroclus doesn’t think he’s ever seen it this full. 

6. Sacrilegious (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, E)

Achilles is a pious man. 

7. Don't Go Far Off (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, T)

Achilles restlessly paces the camp. 

8. Caught In The Flames (the 'To Flirt With Fire' remix) (Keith/Shiro, Voltron, E)

The first days in a new school are always testing.

9. At the Edge of the Universe (Keith/Shiro, Voltron, E)

Keith’s fingers tighten around the control stick in a death grip. 

10. Battle Tactics (Achilles/Patroclus, TSOA/Iliad, T)

Achilles glared at the map before him. 

The first couple things that stand out for me is that a) WHOA I've written a lot of Patrochilles lately haha, and b) Most of the time, when the fic is in Achilles' POV, the sentence starts with 'Achilles' 😂 how predictable

Tagging forth to @baejax-the-great @elveny @in-arlathan @midnightprelude @pinkfadespirit @figsandphiltatos @gwensparlour @copper-dust @petrowriting @monstersinthecosmos @thechaoscryptid @acquitarte @starlight-vld @chalkofthevalley @ticktockclockwork and anyone else who would like to do this!

#first sentence #tag meme #patrochilles #sheith #pavelyan #johaerys writes

[toribookworm22]

First Sentence

Thanks @axl-ul for the tag!

No pressure tagging: @the-forgotten-sunfish @cljordan-imperium @unstablewifiaccess @she-who-fights-and-writes & my open tag!

Rules: share the first sentence from a work of your pick!

First sentence of the second book in my secondary series anyone?

Ash lands on my outstretched fingers, barely warm against my dead nerves.

#writeblr #writers of tumblr #writing tag game #first sentence #secondary series

[nnschneider]

Rules: List the first line of your last 10 (posted) fics and see if there's a pattern.

Tagged by @wurzelbertzwerg. I checked my AO3 catalog and here's what I have:

Extremes in Dating

It was after 5 o'clock on Friday and all Edward Ferrars wanted to do was shut off his brain for the next 60 hours.

What Starts in Vegas

Catherine hated hangovers.

What Happened to Mr. Bates

Emma Woodhouse was shown into the sitting room even though it was not her day to call.

Northanger Federated ¹

Kitty Morland dreamed of easy success when she bought her one-way ticket to New York City, imagining herself in the role of a plucky rags-to-riches heroine who would have the city at her feet with a well-timed laugh.

Blindspot

Weddings were not always a celebration of love.

Henry's Night In ²

Henry Tilney had always considered himself upright and decent.

Archimedes Hammer

Aziraphale stared at the view screen, willing his eyes to see the space station that Hermes's long-range sensors had detected an hour ago.

Drummer Boy/Lazy Dad

"Go," she said to me.

Bones of Saint-Sang

John Willoughby did not like his wife.

Cost of Wishes

Marianne had locked herself in her room to cry alone and bitterly.

Notes 1&2: these were originally posted a long time ago but I finally posted them on AO3.

Patterns?

I like to include a character by name in the opening (8 out of 10 times).

The opening usually isn't long. The run-on for NorFed is really more channeling the character's excitement.

I'd guess that I mostly do AUs, but only 5 are clear AUs, 3 are horror/Halloween friendly riffs on cannon, 1 is absolutely canon compliant, and 1 is a canon compliant Christmas carol parody.

I'd guess mostly Northanger Abbey, but only 3 are NA, 3 are S&S (that many? wow), 1 is Emma, 1 is P&P, and 2 are Good Omens. So, mostly Jane Austen.

#tagging game #fanfiction #first sentence

[ohmysatan42]

Goat opening sentance

#Greatest of all time #Goat #First sentence #Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy #Books #Douglas Adam's #Restaurant at the end of the universe #Quote #Funny #British humor

[bigoldonnielee]

"In a flurry of sniffs and a wagging yellow tail, the only thing between me and him is my door, my service dog, and my groceries."

#first sentence #sneak peek #writeblr #writers on tumblr #horror #horror writing #original fiction #Dogthology

[wardenrainwall]

Alright, tagged by the lovely and wonderful @morganlefaye79 to post the first sentence of my last 10 fics... So here we go

1. In Spite of It All - Blackwall x Evelyn (OneShot Complete)

Evelyn let her eyes slip shut, utterly content.

2. Love Lost Love Found - Cullen x Briar & Blackwall x Briar (WIP)

Cullen had spent the last three days trying to figure out how he would tell her, and as she stepped into the doorway of his office, a slight smile on her face, he regretted not killing the man on sight. 

3. Drowning in Sorrow - Blackwall x Rija (OneShotComplete)

Thom was angry with her. 

4. These Lies we Live - Cullen x Inquisitor & Blackwall x OC (Someday my Insp will Come)

“This is absurd. What is the point in me even attending?” This wasn’t the first time they had this hissed argument, but it would be the last.

5. Letting Go - Blackwall x Evelyn (OneShot Complete)

In Thom’s long life, he had experienced fear, worry, and maybe even terror. But when Evelyn disappeared through the Eluvian and he couldn’t follow her - he was certain his heart had stopped.

6. A Mooring Found - Blackwall x OC (MGIT) (Oneshot Complete - Ish - Someday I might write the whole story.)

Eloise paced the ramparts over the gate, her hands twisting a small linen handkerchief, while her eyes constantly darted to the road.

7. In Another Time - Blackwall x Evelyn (AU) (In Progress - The whole story is in my head - I just can get it to come out and play)

“I want to go home, ” Evelyn’s final words, a soft plea, one he couldn’t refuse her.

8. Confessions for the End - Blackwall x Evelyn (OneShot Complete)

The pain in her hand had Evelyn staggering backward, knocked off balance, distracted. 

9.  Secrets Kept - Cullen x Clara (Complete)

Hands braced against the edge of the desk, fingers curling so as not to disturb the mess of papers that littered the surface, Clara angled her hips, rising up onto the tips of her toes as the man rucked her skirts up and entered her in a smooth thrust that had the air leaving her lungs.

10. A Restless Day - Blackwall x Evelyn (OneShot Complete)

Evelyn woke early and felt a bone-deep restlessness. 

I haven’t had much motivation whatsoever as of late, but going through this reminded me of all the stories I’ve started and want to work on and all that.

I also am not entirely sure who to even tag anymore - so... consider yourself tagged. Yes, you, if you want to do it. :)

#tagged #first sentence

[wandering-words]

Ooh yes please 🌹

This is from random WIP #4:

One of Ava’s greatest comforts is the small restaurant tucked in between two larger buildings on her block.

#this is the #first sentence #actually #abbott elementary #ava coleman

[ginervacade]

First sentence prompt! The quiet small town was unaccustomed to strangers-being another anonymous blip on the map in the middle of nowhere-however here in the main street diner there they sat.

First of all my love, thank you for the ask!

Second of all, I got nervous because I couldn’t decide what to write and it kinda became a cowboy AU 😂

The quiet small town was unaccustomed to strangers-being another anonymous blip on the map in the middle of nowhere-however here in the main street diner there they sat.

“ Who might you be?” Julie asked, looking between the four boys, elbow on the table, chin in her hand batting her eyelashes at them all the way Caleb had taught her and Willie from the time they started working there when they were.. what, fourteen maybe?

“ Afternoon little lady,” the one with the dark hair and piercing green eyes like they had captured the spirit of the forest in their depths, focus Julie!, tipped his hat to her with a smile.

“ Afternoon,” she replied, “ You didn’t answer my question sweetheart.”

The taller blonde one rolled his eyes, “ Reginald hush. My apologies ma’am, but we were lookin’ for a man by the name of Covington. You wouldn’t happen to have heard of him?”

“ I just might have,” she flashed him a smile, “ Hey Willie!,” she called over her shoulder.

“ Tell Caleb I’ve got him a couple a real cute boys out here with instruments say they was lookin’ for him”, she winked at the one in just a pair of overalls.

I don’t particularly like it but there ya go. Thanks again for the ask!!

#julie and the phantoms #fanfiction #writing prompts #first sentence #jatp #reggie peters #alex mercer #julie molina #luke patterson #bobby shaw #willie nolastname #caleb covington #cowboy au #btw overalls is meant to be Luke #I wanted to keep his sleveophobia #but I didnt figure Alex or Bobby would let him get away with a vest and no shirt #peterpatterlina #rulie #jukebox #willex #sunset curve