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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5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)
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Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir
As an older adult, you have a wealth of wisdom and memories to share with the world – but sometimes fear can get in the way of putting yourself on the page. These tried-and-true tips will help you get started. Read More “Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir”
How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”