This month we explore first lines from cozy science fiction and fantasy stories, an unofficial subgenre. If you want a heartwarming read, you may find it here.
Category: First Lines
A History of the Frightening & Fun Traditions of Halloween
For fun, I wrote a brief recap of the history of Celtic, Roman, European, Catholic and Native American influences on how we observe Halloween today.
Monsters, Aliens, & Horror Stories to Celebrate Spooky Season
This post is part of a monthly series that offers the first paragraphs of science fiction and fantasy titles. The stories in these books celebrate Halloween.
New School Year, New First Lines from Fantasy & Sci-Fi Reads
Back-to-school season means new books! Lynette M. Burrows offers first lines from 6 fantasy & sci-fi school novels. Discover your next unputdownable read.
Are You Hooked by these First Lines from Superhero Novels?
As a kid, I longed for novel-length fiction about superheroes but they were rare. Today I’m celebrating they aren’t so rare anymore.