Thursday has come round so quickly this week. Here’s your new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 54 words using the following words in it somewhere: GERBIL WONDERLAND ZIP AFTERSHAVE BAN…| Esther Chilton
They packed their suitcase, dreaming of a new life – a new city, a new home. They imagined the city would offer fresh experiences, a vibrant world to discover, and memories waiting to be made…| And Miles to go before I sleep...
Welcome to the two hundred and seventy-fourth edition of Fiction Monday. “A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” —Father Faber … More Fiction Monday – 274| Void Thoughts
Welcome to the two hundred and seventy-third edition of Fiction Monday. “What makes night within us may leave stars.” —Victor Hugo … More Fiction Monday – 273| Void Thoughts
Get your favorite steep (or brew) and join us in writing a poem based on Beth Copeland's "True North." Add a little fog & mystery along the way! The post Poetry Club Tea Date ✨ True North appeared first on Tweetspeak Poetry.| Tweetspeak Poetry
Your writing prompt this week is LEAVE/S It was while I was out for an autumn stroll that this week’s prompt came to mind. I loved the carpet of rustic reds, honey golds and pumpkin oranges that paved my way. But, of course, leave or leaves has many different meanings – to bequeath or to […]| Esther Chilton
It’s that time of the week again – story challenge time. Can you tell a story in 26 words using the following words in it somewhere: ORGANIC CATERPILLAR SUDOKU Last week’s challenge was to wr…| Esther Chilton
Your word prompt this week is MONEY It’s said ‘money is the root of all evil’ but it’s something we all need to survive. I remember thinking about it in a good way when I wa…| Esther Chilton
Your writing prompt this week is SHADE We had a hot summer this year in the UK, so finding shade came as a relief. I remember loving to draw when I was a young girl and choosing the difference shad…| Esther Chilton
It’s Thursday and time for your new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 41 words using the following words in it somewhere: PETRIFIED HEPTATHLON UMBRELLA CRAYON Last week’s challenge was to wr…| Esther Chilton
Your writing prompt this week is CLUB When I was a little girl I belonged to the Curly Wurly Club – I remember receiving stickers and all sorts of things which I treasured for years. For thos…| Esther Chilton
Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about something found in a library book. The post Discovery at the Library appeared first on Writer's Digest.| Writer's Digest
Welcome to the two hundred and seventy-second edition of Fiction Monday. "You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great." - Zig Ziglar … More Fiction Monday – 272| Void Thoughts
Welcome to the two hundred and seventy-first edition of Fiction Monday. “The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.”- Mark Caine … More Fiction Monday – 271| Void Thoughts
Get your favorite steep (or brew) and join us in writing a poem based on Maggie Smith’s "I Think of You, Eréndira." What will turn in your poem? The post Poetry Club Tea Date ✨ The Turning appeared first on Tweetspeak Poetry.| Tweetspeak Poetry
This week’s writing prompt from Esther Chilton is Cards “Bye, love.” Mum called from the hallway. I called back from the kitchen, where I was loading the dishwasher. Tuesday dinner was a weekly ritual from the days when the kids were still young enough to need supervising after school. Today, Mum had dropped off her … Continue reading Tarot Trauma| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
Music: I can touch hearts without a single word.Writing: And I can make a thought last forever.Music: When I end, people still feel me. I call it resonara – the echo that stays inside.Writing: When I end, people can return to me. I call it inkscape – the world a page can hold.Music: You keep … Continue reading Resonara & Inkscape→| And Miles to go before I sleep…
Welcome to the two hundred and sixty-ninth edition of Fiction Monday. “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”— Mark Twain … More Fiction Monday – 269| Void Thoughts
Welcome to the two hundred and sixty-eighth edition of Fiction Monday. “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away.”— Unknown| Void Thoughts
Love poems are the heartbeat of literature — tender, obsessive, hopeful, tragic. And while new technology like love poem generators gives us instant drafts, the real art comes from shaping them into something personal. Let’s dive into the different poetic forms you can use, with long examples, plus demonstrations of how raw generator output| Template Wind
Come on a French translation adventure that encourages us to be gentle with ourselves, thanks to a poem by Hélène Cardona. The post Found in Translation: Gently May It Sing appeared first on Tweetspeak Poetry.| Tweetspeak Poetry
Welcome to the two hundred and sixty-seventh edition of Fiction Monday. “Sunsets are proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully.” — Kristen Butler| Void Thoughts
Splashing around in words of any kind can help you form as a poet. Here are five easy ways to get splashing in a foreign language. Plus a poetry prompt!| Tweetspeak Poetry
She kept the clock running backward, just to see which regrets would return first. They didn’t line up in order.Some were small – a text she never replied to, an invitation she turned down without much thought.Others were heavier – the time she stayed silent when someone needed her voice, the day she chose the … Continue reading When regrets come back→| And Miles to go before I sleep…
Get your favorite steep (or brew) & join us in writing a poem based on “[at the end]” by L.L. Barkat. Where will your "ending" lead us?| Tweetspeak Poetry
I hope you’re having a good week. Here’s a new story challenge: Can you tell a story in 46 words using the following words in it somewhere: DUMBFOUNDED VITAMINS WATERFALL THUMB GARLIC Last week’s c…| Esther Chilton
Your word prompt this week is KIND The first thought that comes to my mind for this word is being kind. If you look around at the world today, there’s not enough kindness; it can seems as if …| Esther Chilton
Hi there. I hope you’re having a good week. Here’s a new story challenge: Can you tell a story in 70 words using the following words in it somewhere: SCAB PILATES TEAPOT GLADIATOR PLANK…| Esther Chilton
This week’s obscure English word is gazump. It’s generically used to mean an action by one person that defeats the action of another, usually in business. It has a particular meaning, though, from real estate practises. Specifically, it describes the act of cheating a buyer after an agreed price has been reached, usually by accepting … More The obscure word of the week is gazump| Matthew Wright
He slammed the door and left mid-argument. Hours passed. The anger faded, but the silence stayed. She swept the broken glass, reheated the food, folded the clothes – everything he never noticed. When he finally returned and said nothing, just walked past her, she didn’t stop him.Because in that quiet, she finally saw it clearly. … Continue reading The Aftermath of the Fight→| And Miles to go before I sleep…
Your writing prompt this week is FAITH For many, this word equates to religion and a particular faith. For others, it may mean a lack of faith. I like to think about it in positive terms and having…| Esther Chilton
It’s time for a new story challenge. Here are your words… Can you tell a story in 44 words using the following words in it somewhere: TRIATHLON DOLPHIN STYLISH ARISTOCRAT TOFFEE Last we…| Esther Chilton
Your writing prompt this week is BIRDS This week’s prompt came to mind as I’m off to the Global Birdfair at Rutland (UK) on Friday as part of the Society of Environmental Writers and Jo…| Esther Chilton
It’s that time of the week again, and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for the weekend. Before then, here is another story challenge for you: Can you tell a story in 24 words…| Esther Chilton
June is the time to begin gathering flowers and planting seeds. Come do so in a poem!| Tweetspeak Poetry
The bottom line with the phoenix, regardless of its colors, is the bird's rebirth or regeneration, most usually from the ashes of a fire that consumed the prior bird. The post Poetry Prompt: The Phoenix appeared first on Tweetspeak Poetry.| Tweetspeak Poetry
It’s been a short week with the bank holiday on Monday, but it’s still zoomed by. I hope you’ve had a good week. Here’s your new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 38 words using …| Esther Chilton
Welcome to the two hundred and forty-eighth edition of Fiction Monday. “Trust in what you love, continue to do it, and it will take you where you need to go.”—Natalie Goldberg Stories From Last Wee…| Void Thoughts
Welcome to the two hundred and forty-seventh edition of Fiction Monday. “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.”—Confucius Stories From Last Week Never Fade Away by SarahD…| Void Thoughts
Welcome to the two hundred and forty-sixth edition of Fiction Monday. “Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet.”—Maya Angelou Stories From Last Week Connectio…| Void Thoughts
A free e-book exclusive for Tweetspeak patrons, just in time to celebrate Poetic Earth Month!| Tweetspeak Poetry
From bridges to baseball, to fun food at the fair, Iowa's got something for everyone. Sandra Heska King will meet you there.| Tweetspeak Poetry
Wendy Wisner makes meaning in the prose world, while she sometimes tries to unmake it in the poetry world. Join her in "making less sense" with a fun poetry prompt! The post Making & Unmaking Meaning: Interview with Wendy Wisner appeared first on Tweetspeak Poetry.| Tweetspeak Poetry
I was inspired by a quote I saw today. It was about how we are all unique and have our own story to tell. There are so many benefits from not only journaling, but telling our stories as well. We can work through feelings, think creatively, express ourselves, share our ideas with others, let others| A Flourishing Rose
I hope you’re all having a great week. It’s Thursday and so it’s time for a story challenge: Can you tell a story in 24 words? You must use the following words somewhere in the st…| Esther Chilton
I’ve always loved the sea and walking along the beach. Though I’ve never lived close to it and don’t often have the opportunity to go. But ever since my first visit – to Bou…| Esther Chilton
I have to admit to having a very sweet tooth, though I’m disciplined and try to only have sweets and chocolate as a treat. One of my friends doesn’t like sweet things at all (I know! Sh…| Esther Chilton
Well, it’s nearly the end of another week. I hope your week has gone well. Here is a new story challenge for you: Can you tell a story in 15 words? You must use the following words somewhere …| Esther Chilton
Using 'Where the Wild Things Are' as inspiration, come create your own wild, secret place poem.| Tweetspeak Poetry
How was your weekend? Cold, if you live here in the UK! Here’s an apt new limerick challenge for the start to this week: SNOW Least week’s prompt was CHANGE. You came up with some great…| Esther Chilton
Writing Prompt 150 words or less. Genre of your choice. Please respond to the following prompt. Use either. They fell and got up. Or I fell and got up. (150 words max). Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You may also post comments on responsesu by others. Please keep all conversation G-rated. Please note: Your comment wi...| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Use the following three words in your response, doughnut, caring and dragonfly. (100 words max). Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Please complete the following scene. Please complete the following scene. I was sitting on the couch, when I heard scratching at the door. I stood up and considered what I should do next before I open the door. (100 words max). Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You ma...| Writing Works Wonders
This week’s writing prompt is: DREAMS Do you have a dream you yearn to fulfil? Maybe yours has come true. Or perhaps you’ve had strange, funny or recurring dreams. But not everyone remembers …| Esther Chilton
TWT’s 5th-Week prompt was -Stones, thank you for reading. If you haven’t had a chance to read the 20-word stories of previous week, click here. There were four entries last week and all of them were beautifully crafted. I am sharing my favorite one below. Hope you’ll enjoy. Thank You, everyone, for participating. I won’t budge, nor will […]| Bookish Bubble
TWT’s 3rd-Week prompt was -Nostalgia, thank you for reading. If you haven’t had a chance to read the 20-word stories of previous week, click here. There were three entries last week and all of them were beautifully crafted. I am sharing my favorite one below. Hope you’ll enjoy. Thank You, everyone, for participating. The world may change us. […]| Bookish Bubble
TWT’s 2nd-Week prompt was -Vivid, thank you for reading. If you haven’t had a chance to read the 20-word stories of previous week, click here. There was only one writer who participated last week. He wrote multiple tales for the prompt; I am sharing my favorite one below. Hope you’ll enjoy. Thank You, Jude, for participating. Astride the […]| Bookish Bubble
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Please use the following three words in your response. Cat, Demolition, peace and warmth. (100 words max). Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You may also post comments on responsesu by others. Please keep all conversation G-rated. Please note: Your comment will not ap...| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Please use the following three words in your response. Mayday, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day (100 words max). Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You may also post comments on responsesu by others. Please keep all conversation G-rated. Please note: Your comment will not ...| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Please use the following three words in your response. Green, magic, rainbow. Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You may also post comments on responsesu by others. Please keep all conversation G-rated. Please note: Your comment will not appear immediately, because all...| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt 100 words or less. Genre of your choice. Persuade us what is the best way to eat a black and white cookie? The black-and-white cookie is about 4 inches in diameter usually and has a line down the middle. The frosting on one side is chocolate and frosting on the other side is vanilla. Enjoy this writing prompt. Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of t...| Writing Works Wonders
Writing Prompt Use the following words in your response animal of your choice perpetuate astronomical Responses may be posted here as comments, or phoned or emailed in to us! You may share your response by clicking “Read More” or “Leave a Reply” at the bottom of this page. You may also post comments on responsesu by others. Please keep all conversation G-rated. Please note: Your comment will not appear immediately, because all responses are moderated by our team. We generally review t...| Writing Works Wonders
January 29 – February 04 is the fifth week of 2024 in the Gregorian calendar. During this week, we complete the Solar Term of Major Cold (Jan 20 – Feb 04), and have the micro-seasons o…| SeasonWords.com
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