Dear Writers, It’s that time of year! This week, many of us will make New Year’s Resolutions! (I LOVE LOVE LOVE setting goals. I evaluate them at least every 3-6 months.) Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right. -Oprah Winfrey Let our New Year’s resolution be this: we will be there for…
Prompts and tips
A tough scene
Lately, I have been spending a lot of time on ONE scene. Adding to it. Playing with time. Using scene…and summary. Writing a lot of really great sentences, none of which were making the story more interesting. This weekend, I tried storyboarding the section of the book. And today…. I think I finally figured out…
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Here’s a prompt that really helped me get out of my rut: In your current scene pin down the moment when things change. How does your POV character’s self-understanding also change? (I hope it helps you, too!)
Today’s writing prompt…
comes from Susan Hughes. Who else is obsessed with the discovery of Richard III’s bones???? I bet it’s the seed that will start at least a few great stories!
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It’s the very first question I always ask. Answer quickly. Not too much thinking! What does this character want….and why?
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What is your book… In TEN WORDS…..or less?????
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In honor of my fifth wedding anniversary, today’s prompt is MUSHY to the MAX. Write a vow to someone you love. Your spouse. Your parent. Your child. Or maybe yourself. Write it down. Then promise that in 2013, you will follow through.
Scrolling through pictures,…
I found this. What do you think they’re talking about?
Lake Michigan, Oct 30
the word for the day is momentum. Stay safe and dry! Happy Writing!
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In honor of Sandy, today’s writing prompt is all about the weather. Does your character have a safe place in your novel? If so, go there. And then, change the weather. Let the elements add some tension and urgency! What happens next?