Monthly Archive: February 2021

Think of a popular drink…

For this writing prompt, think of a popular drink and write a character description to match. End the paragraph with the phrase, “His/her/their favorite drink is…”

3 Ways to Write the Perfect Twitter Pitch

Writing a Twitter pitch is one of the most difficult tasks for many writers hoping to be published. We’ll show you three effective ways to turn your 100k word story into a compelling 280-character hook.

5 Steps to #PitMad Success

Twitter pitch parties like #PitMad are a great way to land an agent. But just crafting the perfect pitch doesn’t guarantee that outcome. Here are five steps to set you up for true #PitMad success.

Describe a scene…

For this image inspiration writing prompt, look at the above photograph and describe the scene in detail. Instead of focusing on what has happened or will happen, spend your energy recasting this image for someone who can’t see it.

Write a manifesto from…

For this writing prompt, imagine the perfect society. A world without war, without pain or suffering—a utopia. Write a paragraph describing why this society works as a true, perfect utopia. Then write a manifesto from a rebel who means to destroy it.

Describe a spring morning…

For this writing prompt, write a paragraph describing a spring morning. Tap into as many senses as you can to bring that experience to your reader. (Bonus points if you include taste.)

Describe a storm in two…

Describe a storm in two ways. First, write about it as if you are someone who is absolutely entranced by the beauty of a storm. Next, write about the exact same storm, but filter it through the lens of someone who is terrified of storms.