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Writing Prompts 37
We made it, y’all! It’s 2021! Here’s some prompts to kick off your first writing sessions of the year.
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On the Red Line, Part 5
The train came to a stop at the next station. Though none of the passengers were listening, the announcer lady said, “Arrived at Sable Heights. Next stop: Broad Street. Transfers at Broad Street for Yellow Line.” The loud clatter of skateboard wheels startled the group. A tall, muscular young man boarded — jumping into the…
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Idea You Can Steal 47: Threat to the Colony
Family is visiting tomorrow, so I’m giving you your Idea to Steal a day early. Enjoy!
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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.