It’s Hump Day again, another Wednesday, and time to dust off that timer and let your creativity have free rein. Here’s an actual sign I saw posted on a fence while I was waiting in my car in line at … Continue reading
Category Archives: Woman of 1000 Words
Author Anne Schroeder Thank you Susan for inviting me into your world of clever mystery. I’m an early admirer from your very first novel and have watched your career with admiration. What is it I do? My writing is set … Continue reading
Here’s a prompt that’s rather appropriate since we’re in the “dead of winter” right now. It’s sure to start your creative juices flowing. Set that timer for 10, 15, or 20 minutes, and start to write! Where will this journey … Continue reading
Meggidy Mags I’m going to say it straight out, and I don’t want you to forget it: The world is your bed. You have the right to sleep whenever and wherever you choose: in the middle of the floor, on … Continue reading
Today’s post is a bit different. It’s not about writing. It’s about kindness. That’s a great way to start off a new year. Kindness in its most elemental form is defined by small actions, by everyday things. But how can … Continue reading
Some of the best things happen when we juxtapose things that don’t go together. Surprises can be fun. Set your timer for 10 minutes. Start with, “I wouldn’t lie to you.” Use these words or phrases as part of what … Continue reading
by: Author Brandy McKay Today, we have writer/author Brandy McKay, giving those of us who are on the fence about this writing-thing, who wonder if we really can do it, can accomplish a life-long dream, the wisdom and advice to … Continue reading
Here’s a sentence to start you muse humming. What do you see in this sentence? What will happen from this point? Who is, or will be, involved? Let your imagination run wild while your timer counts down those 10 or … Continue reading
I wrote this for my writing group, SLO NightWriters, and thought it might be of interest to other writers out there. I’ve used examples (in italics) throughout from my own writing, illustrating what I’m saying and what I’ve learned through … Continue reading
Here’s an interesting holiday photo for you to sink your teeth into… what do you see in this image? How does it make you feel? What might be happening to it, because of it, or from it? Set that timer, … Continue reading