Pick three scenes from your manuscript and rewrite them from the other character’s point of view. How do the dynamics in the scene change? What … Read More “NaNoWriMo writing prompt: How the other side sees it”
A person fakes his own death and has started a new life incognito…but then crosses paths with an old friend. What does he do? … Read More “November writing prompt: Unmasked”
Write a short story or poem that begins with the following sentence: He was supposed to be dead.
Write a short story or poem set in an abandoned building, be it a house, school, or old mental hospital.
Write a story focused on two characters: One who desperately wants to find a way in, and one who desperately wants to keep the … Read More “Halloween writing prompt: The gatekeeper vs. the gatecrasher”
Our “1,000 Words” writing prompts take a picture – beautiful, wacky, abstract, or otherwise – and ask the writer to write whatever comes to … Read More “1,000 words: Before they hatch”
Think about the meanings and expressions related to the word “glass.” For example: glassy-eyed; glass half empty/full; glass of water, wine, etc.; eyeglasses; smooth … Read More “Writing prompt: Glass act”
Write a short story that takes place at the 45th annual International Tooth Fairy Convention.
Write about your (or your character’s) favorite summer of all time.
Tennessee Williams’ plays often take place in summertime, when the sweltering Southern heat helps drive characters to their breaking points. How would a brutal … Read More “Summer writing prompt: Heat wave”
The best-selling books on our list are a varied bunch, with authors ranging from an acclaimed novelist to a former president. Read More “The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)”
Before querying agents make sure to do or not do each of these items. Read More “The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents”
We hear whispers that indie authors can make just as much as – if not more than – traditionally published authors. But who are these mythical indie authors, and how are they making it work? Read More “Successful self-published authors share their top tips”
