I tried to write an epic
Like those who've come before
It had to grab the reader
It had to leave them wanting more
How to start an epic
I've a line but it's not mine
I could use it, as have others
I think most will think it's fine
But, it's been used so very often
By writers we all know
Four words that grab the reader
Four words that make us go
We see these words and wonder
Where will our writer lead
Will we go to foreign countries?
Will we see someone in need?
I'm five verses in now,
I've not even started yet
I think I'll use the four words
They're the best I'm gonna get
So here is my beginning
In the sixth verse, and last line
I guess it's here where I'm beginning....
Once upon a time...