Poetry writing prompt: Snowball effect
Ever heard of a snowball poem? It’s a constraint in which a poem starts with a one-letter word and each word after it grows in … Read More “Poetry writing prompt: Snowball effect”
Writing Prompts
In the bag
Stuck inside lately? Live vicariously through your character for a bit with this writing prompt: What’s on the list of things your character would never, … Read More “In the bag”
St. Patrick’s Day Writing Prompt: 24 hours of luck
Describe a day in the life of a regular, ordinary, run-of-the-mill leprechaun.
Valentines for villains
It seems like protagonists get all the love – literally. But doesn’t the villain in your story deserve a little romance, too? Write a love scene … Read More “Valentines for villains”
Winter writing prompt: First snow
Write about the very first snowfall you can remember.
Fresh beginnings
Write a short story that begins with one of the following lines: Though she wasn’t one for gossip, Mrs. Jamison knew exactly who had … Read More “Fresh beginnings”
Looking forward, looking back: A writing prompt for a new decade
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”
Dear St. Nick
If your character was to write a letter to Santa, what would it say?
Thanksgiving writing prompt: Surprise!
Write a short story or poem that begins with this line: “They’re bringing what to Thanksgiving dinner?”
Food for thought: Our favorite Thanksgiving writing prompts
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”
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How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer
How one author brings home six figures each year without a day job – and how you can, too. Read More “How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer”
How to create complex, dynamic characters in fiction
Creating truly memorable characters requires time, patience, and trust. Read More “How to create complex, dynamic characters in fiction”
How to foster more empathy in your memoir
A successful memoir hinges on empathy – for your characters, yes, but also for yourself. Here’s how to convey it in the page. Read More “How to foster more empathy in your memoir”