writing prompts
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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 Journalists. We’re going to be interviewing and filming some of those involved who are passionate about all manner of birds the…
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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 using the following words in it somewhere: Last week’s challenge was to write a story in 60 words using…
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Your writing prompt this week is CHOICES In life we often have to make difficult choices. We might be forced to help one person over another, or to leave a job, have an operation, move away, go to college, buy a new car, change doctors, etc. Sometimes it’s not life changing and is a more…
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This week’s writing prompt is SIGN My chosen word this week popped into my head, literally as if it was a sign! I then started to think about other meanings to the word: road signs, a gesture, to sign something with your signature, to sign up to something, sign language and much more. What does…
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Well, summer has definitely arrived with a hot flush! We’ve been sweltering here in the UK. I hope you’re staying cool wherever you are. Here is this week’s story challenge: Can you tell a story in 30 words using the following words in it somewhere: Last week’s challenge was to write a story in 55…
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This week’s writing prompt is: OUTSIDE There are lots of meanings to the word outside. Does it mean outside as in outdoors? It can mean that you’re left out of something – for example, you’re on the outside looking in, while everyone else knows what’s going on. You could add an ‘r’ to the end…
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Your writing prompt this week is BLUE This word is so much more than just a colour (and the Smurfs!). There’s music – the blues; it’s used to describe a mood; there are various aspects to it spiritually; it can also be saucy and a naughty joke; or perhaps it means something else to you.…
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Hello there. How are you? Having a good week? I hope so. Here’s your new story challenge: Can you tell a story in 45 words using the following words in it somewhere: Last week’s challenge was to write a story in 15 words using the following words in it somewhere: Here are your entertaining stories:…
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Your writing prompt this week is PAPER When I think of this word, stationary bursts into my mind – notebooks, writing paper, envelopes, cards, gift wrap, diaries, etc. I used to love exploring stationary shops and would always come away with a bag full of all sorts. What about you? Is it the image of…
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We’re almost in June! Where is the first half of the year going? I hope your week is going well so far. Here’s your new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 15 words using the following words in it somewhere: Last week’s challenge was to write a story in 50 words using the…
Esther Chilton 