Emily%27s Diary - Chapter 1 -

So, close the door. Sit down in the quiet. And listen. Emily has something to tell you. Have you read a compelling "Emily's Diary - Chapter 1"? Share your thoughts on what makes a great diary opening in the comments below.

Example (Hypothetical): "October 3rd. 11:47 PM. The rain hasn’t stopped for three days." emily%27s diary - chapter 1

My name is Emily, and I hate writing introductions. Mrs. Alvarez says a diary is a "dialogue with the self." That sounds exhausting. Mostly, I just need somewhere to put the noise. So, close the door

I ate lunch in the art room. Mr. Chen leaves the door unlocked. I drew a tree that looked like a lung. It felt right. emily%27s diary - chapter 1

I told myself not to stare. I stared anyway.