Writing Prompts

It’s the start of a new decade. How has your protagonist changed over the past 10 years? What moments in his or her life were … Read More “Looking forward, looking back: A writing prompt for a new decade”

If your character was to write a letter to Santa, what would it say? 

Write a short story or poem that begins with this line: “They’re bringing what to Thanksgiving dinner?”  

Don’t let a full belly stall your writing routine. These festive exercises will help you write through even the strongest of food comas. Read More “Food for thought: Our favorite Thanksgiving writing prompts”

The table is set for a perfect Thanksgiving dinner: The turkey is beautifully burnished, the rolls are steaming, and the mashed potatoes are brimming with … Read More “A cozy Thanksgiving murder mystery writing prompt”

Write a story or poem from the perspective of a lesser-loved Thanksgiving side dish. 

There’s a big contest coming up, and against all odds, your monstrous protagonist – be it a mummy, vampire, zombie, witch, or something equally spooktacular … Read More “The monster match”

The bad news: Your character has been captured by a monster who intends to eat him or her for dinner. The good news: The monster … Read More “Last meal”

Write about a time your character uncovered something that should’ve stayed buried.