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Old 05-24-2013, 11:42 AM   #37
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Originally Posted by BeccaPrice View Post
Should the catchy dialog be from the first story, or can it be from any one?

how about this: [...]
I like it. I was just starting to think it was a little long and not catchy ... and then the zing. I think it works.

I don't think it matters which story the excerpt comes from, the point is to try and catch the readers attention, and if possible display the mood/style of your story telling. Your sample appears to do that.
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