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Writing Prompts 36
Who else is grateful that 2020 is nearly over? Here’s your last batch of writing prompts for the year.
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What Happens When There’s No Conflict?
An important lesson that I learned in my college philosophy classes was the value of indirect proof. Part 1 of this two-parter is what most people think of when you mention logical arguments and proofs: speculating what could be if a particular thing existed or reasoning out the consequences of something being true. However, in…
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Idea You Can Steal 46: “Drive the outsider from our midst!”
November is a month for counting blessings, few they may be this year. I hope my prompts and free story ideas have blessed your writing sessions. Speaking of which, here’s your free idea for November.
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Why Conflict is Necessary
Two years ago, I wrote a post where I asserted that every story must have a conflict. What I didn’t expand on then is why this is the case. That’s what I’m going to address today. This is one of my more philosophical posts, so grab a drink and get comfy. And though you and…
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Writing Prompts 35
Hey everyone. I’m sure my fellow Americans have a lot on their minds with the recent news. So I’m going to make this intro short and sweet. Here’s a set of writing prompts to help get your mind off whatever brand of insanity you’re dealing with and spark your imagination.
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Idea You Can Steal 45: The Robot Child
Tomorrow is Halloween! Hope all of you have a happy one, however you’re celebrating this year. Here’s a bonus treat for your candy basket.
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On the Red Line, Part 4
“Now departing for Nielsen Quay. Please stand clear of the doors,” the recording warned. Sakari leaped onto the train just as the doors were closing. Cara and Mia caught a pole as the train took off, but the force pushed Sakari onto his knees. “You okay?” David asked him.
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Idea You Can Steal 44: Lost in the Clockwork City
I ended up with a full plate of work this month. So I’m sneaking this story idea to you under the table before I hit the grind again.
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Writing Prompts 34
Spooky times are here again. Though considering how 2020 has been, who’s afraid of witches and ghosts anymore? But enough of those depressing thoughts. Here’s some writing prompts for you to enjoy along with your favorite seasonal treats.
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On the Red Line, Part 3
The noise inside the train shifted. First, a whoosh as the train left the tunnel. Then, the click-clack of the wheels dipped beneath the rush of wind. From the sounds alone, the four passengers knew that they were traveling above ground now. Mia restarted the conversation with “So, where were you two when the weirdness…