Come up with a mathematical formula to express something you know/believe. (Example: Long Saturday run + Frappucino = Happiness) It was a simple enough formula. Constant movement + trust no one = survival. Kat had lived by this formula in the five years since society’s collapse and it had served her well. When you’re always … Continue reading Prompt 8-Formula
Month: January 2018
Prompt 7-Wind Interpreter
You are the wind’s interpreter. What is it saying? Legends say that everything has a voice. If you only stop and listen, you can hear the earth speak to you. I don’t know how true that is, I’ve never heard of earth interpreters, but I know the wind can be understood. I come from a … Continue reading Prompt 7-Wind Interpreter
Prompt 6-Worth It
Write about something presently in your life that is “worth it.” Kita glared daggers at the locked cabin door, silently daring the captain to break it down and reprimand her. She had pilfered both his keys so he couldn’t just unlock it and saunter in like he owned the place. Which he did, it was … Continue reading Prompt 6-Worth It
Prompt 5-Town Name
Give your city (or town or region) a new name that reflects what type of place it is, and explain why you chose that name. L.F. My town is a strange little place. Its proximity to the state capitol means it is a fairly heavily populated area. Its proximity to two other major metros (Boston … Continue reading Prompt 5-Town Name
Prompt 4-Future Diary
Write a diary entry, dated 10 years in the future. January 25th, 2028 Been a while since my last entry. The turn of the year is always a bit hectic with family coming to visit. I’m just so glad we have the space for everyone to come and be together. Building the guest house was … Continue reading Prompt 4-Future Diary
Prompt 3-Art
What is your favorite work of art? What do you love about it? “I don’t think there’s anything left here Lara,” Midge announced. The crumbling walls at the edge of the town didn’t scream invitation to him. “We’re still too close to the Dome. Other scavengers will have picked it clean.” His companion stood in … Continue reading Prompt 3-Art
Prompt 2-Speak Up
Have you ever spoken up when you saw something going on that was wrong? Were you scared? What ended up happening? Hushed whispers, the scratching of pencils, and the turning of pages floated through the library. A diminutive young woman sat with legs folded under her as she pored over a notebook, chewing the end … Continue reading Prompt 2-Speak Up
Prompt 1-Lazy Day
What is your favorite way to spend a lazy day? The artificial rain of the Dome pattered against the window of the fourth story apartment. Arms folded across his chest, Shane watched the rivulets of water run down the pane in meandering patterns as he sighed in defeat. Nothing was going to get done today. … Continue reading Prompt 1-Lazy Day
A Note on Format/Content
[Updated: 1/29/18] Content I've skimmed through the book of prompts and a lot of them are what I'd call "interview questions" or diary prompts. ("What is your favorite room in your home or apartment?" "Describe your ultimate sandwich.") Some are more detailed, others are much shorter, but most are "something something you something something." The … Continue reading A Note on Format/Content
A Fresh Start
Every January, people make resolutions to better themselves, eat healthier, exercise more, etc. "New Year, New Me!" we all cry. Then, come February, we've forgotten our goals or have just plain given up. Some may say "well I'll try again next year" while some will later come out of the dark winter re-energized and re-invigorated … Continue reading A Fresh Start
Closet Full of Notebooks 