As a writer, it's really tough out there when you have to write articles and then get people to click on the links.
Many websites rely on clickbait headlines to get people to visit them. Sometimes, the articles are actually informative and well-written.
Other times, it's a lengthy post about something that is hardly related to the headline.
Now, let's imagine if famous authors wrote these clickbait headlines.
How exactly would they bait you?
1) Edgar Allan Poe
He thought it was an ordinary bird. But then the bird spoke only one word (The Raven)
He thought he could get away with his crime until he heard the heartbeat of his victim. (The Tell-Tale Heart)
2) William Shakespeare
Two teenagers fall in love. A few days later, they both die. Are their families responsible?
(Romeo and Juliet)
Four people get lost in a forest. Two couples emerge days later. A story of true love or something else at play?
(A Midsummer's Night Dream)
3) Charles Dickens
Miserly Man turns over a new leaf after claiming to be visited by three ghosts. Real or Hallucination? Read to find out.
(A Christmas Carol)
Successful author gets second chance at love after years of struggle and heartbreak. Find out how his family was responsible for his struggles.
(David Copperfield)
4) Roald Dahl
Poverty-ridden boy wins the lottery created by eccentric chocolate factory owner. Read on to find out why this factory owner invited only kids.
(Charlie and the Chocolate Factory)
Brilliant young girl adopted by teacher. Find out why her parents gave her away.
(Matilda)
5) Stephen King
Famous author vanishes. When he returns, he recounts a terrifying tale of kidnapping and obsession.
(Misery)
A brand new store has exactly what you need. But is it something you really want?
(Needful Things)
6) J K Rowling
He was the boy who lived. But can he save himself again when his parent's killer returns?
(Harry Potter)
Forced to compete in the Triwizard Tournament, read how this orphan boy managed to win against all odds.
(Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire)
7) Dr. Seuss
A solitary creature who always hated Christmas saves Christmas after this one incident.
(How the Grinch Stole Christmas)
An elephant claims to hear voices from a speck of dust. Real or Hallucination? What happens next will shock you!
(Horton hears a Who!)
8) Stephenie Meyer
A teen moves into a new town after being abandoned by her mother. You will not believe who her boyfriend is.
True love or an act of rebellion?
(Twilight)
Long-time resident who still attends high school, finds true love with new resident.
(Midnight Sun)
9) Mark Twain
From Rags to Riches, then Rags again. You will not believe what happened when this one boy met the Prince.
(Prince and the Pauper)
Two town boys find buried treasure. But are they also responsible for the death of a criminal?
(The Adventures of Tom Sawyer)
10) Jane Austen
Independent woman finally says yes after the wealthy snob proposes the second time. Read on to find out why she said no the first time.
(Pride and Prejudice)
Meddlesome matchmaker responsible for her friend's heartbreak. Find out how the matchmaker set up her own marriage and betrayed her friend in the process.
(Emma)
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