Talkin Shop: First Lines (brief)

I used to attribute the following statement to a notable lyrical poet, but after consider searching for the attribution to that particular wordsmith—or an attribution of anything even resembling the quote—I guess I'll step up on my soapbox platform and take the blame for it.  If anyone wants to debate that... let's sit down for a cup of coffee and spend some time talkin shop.

If one isn't otherwise presenting itself to you, here's a guideline for your consideration:

The first line of a story should be a simple statement of fact.


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