Haha there's two types of people: Those who see the outrageous opening and are intrigued to read more and those who are appalled, think I'm crazy, and go clicking away.
Definitely aiming to attract the former type of reader. Let me know how reading Kurt goes for you, Ishan!
Dude, when I read that hook, I was like, "WOAHH, WHERE IS THIS GOING?"
But as I think about it, I realise that such a reaction probably best captures your writing style. It grabs your attention and holds it. Marvellous.
I've seen Kurt Vonnegut's name in numerous bookshelves, but I only now understand his writing. Going to check him out!
Haha there's two types of people: Those who see the outrageous opening and are intrigued to read more and those who are appalled, think I'm crazy, and go clicking away.
Definitely aiming to attract the former type of reader. Let me know how reading Kurt goes for you, Ishan!
You made me look 😆 So it goes.
Excellent curation piece, Rick. Your satirical writing, puns, and metaphors (I love Failure Lasagna) had me grinning throughout the piece.