Tag: writer
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Weekly writing prompt: Galaxy
What do you think of when you imagine a galaxy? A swirl of stars and planets, space dust and other wondrous sky stuff? Or are you going straight for the chocolate bar? Is that a thing where you live? I know in Britain and Ireland there are galaxy bars but I honestly can’t remember if […]
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Should you get your books translated?
I’ve pondered over this question back and forth for several years and I’m still not sure what the answer is. I’ve even reached out to translators who haven’t replied. It’s funny how people say they are looking for translation work and don’t know why they can’t get it, but when you actually contact them they […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Hare
This week, write 100 words about a hare. It could be a March hare, or a harebrained scheme, or something else entirely. It’s up to you! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link to […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Light
How do you describe light? This week, write 100 words about it. Traditionally, an artist’s talent lay in his ability to depict the way light fell on things. How do you cast light on the right aspects of your story and leave the less important areas in shade? How do you take care not to […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Success
This week, write 100 words about success. It can be fictitious or non-fiction, up to you. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link to this challenge page. Comment on this post with a link […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Justice
This week, write 100 words about justice. You could interpret this as injustice if you prefer. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link to this challenge page. Comment on this post with a link […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Noise
How do you describe noise? This week, write 100 words about noise! It can be a noise or the concept of sound. Interpret any way you like! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Face
This week, to stretch your writing muscles, write 100 words about a face. Is it a cliff face? A human face? Does someone have to face up to something? Are people facing off? Interpret this however you wish. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Glitter
This week, write 100 words about glitter. As ever, how you choose to interpret the prompt is completely up to you. Fiction, non-fiction, description, character motivation… the possibilities are endless. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Party
This week, write 100 words about a party. This could be a celebration, a political party, a party wall, “I shall not be a party to it”… the choice is yours! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to […]