Writing is a way of exploring our lives, whether we write nonfiction or fiction. But sometimes it’s hard to dig deep into places we’d rather forget. But to create real characters who jump off the pages we have to explore … Continue reading
Some opening sentences can set our minds spinning, especially if we have to finish the sentence. We end up being taken to places we might never think of on our own. But spurred by the Muse, off we go, perhaps … Continue reading
This sweet photo is sure to spark some creativity. What do you see here? Who is this garden fairy? What is she reading? What does she do when no one is watching, when the night is dark and all are … Continue reading
Here’s a little prompt to help you dig into your own life and maybe be able to translate that into your writing. You can do this as yourself, or, for a true challenge, become one of your characters and do … Continue reading
Here’s a bit of a challenge to end January. It’ll make you really dig deep and wake up that sleeping Muse. Read the instructions carefully, then set that timer and begin to write. No planning, no outlining, just write and … Continue reading
Here’s a fun little suggestion to start off your writing time on this Hump Day (Wednesday). Get out that timer and have some fun with this one! Ready? Get started! If your best friend were a bowl of cereal, what … Continue reading
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
Here’s a fun photo to set your mind whirling. What is this thing, just a bug, or is it something quite different? Where did it come from? What does it want? What will happen if it doesn’t get it? Let … Continue reading
Here’s something from your own life to write about. We only write the best when we mine our own experiences, so this is good practice for all writers. And it’ll give you a touch of nostalgia you might need during … Continue reading
Here’s a strange little sentence to open your writing day. Where will it take you? What is the situation and why is it happening? Have fun with this one! Set your timer, 15-20 minutes, copy the opening sentence, and start … Continue reading