writing
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Nowadays the only things I receive through the post are bills and junk mail. I remember the days when I had a couple of pen pals. One was from the States and another from Hong Kong. I was about fifteen at the time. I used to love writing letters with my fountain pen and then…
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How’s your week going to far? Hasn’t Thursday come round quickly?! Here’s a new story challenge for you: Can you tell a story in 40 words? You must use the following words somewhere in the story: HAMMOCK PLAYBOY ALLIGATOR BASSOON TENDER The previous prompt was to tell a story in 24 words using the following…
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When I was growing up, I loved Batman and Robin – you know, the ‘proper Batman’ – the series featuring Adam West. I thought it was fantastic and completely believed in him and everything going on around him! Remember the POW! BIFF! BAM! I thought they were genius. My favourite villain in the show was…
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Where did the weekend go? I can’t believe it’s Monday again. And that means it’s limerick time. Here’s a new one for you. Your word this week is: FRIES Last week’s prompt was SOCKS. You came up with some funny limericks: Nicola Daly: There once was a snazzy young fox Loved posing in pink frilly socks…
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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 story: MINIBAR SQUEAMISH ANAGRAM The previous prompt was to tell a story in 46 words using the following words in…
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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 Bournemouth – I’ve always felt that there’s something special about it. I love the feel of the sand between my toes and…
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Happy Monday! I hope the sun is shining wherever you are, even if it’s a bit chilly. Here’s a new limerick challenge for you. Your word this week is: SOCKS Last week’s prompt was DUDE. You came up with some laugh-out-loud limericks: Keith Edgar Channing: People do stuff that drives me quite crazy, Like loafing around,…
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Well, another week has almost come to an end. Before it does, here’s a story challenge for you: Can you tell a story in 46 words? You must use the following words somewhere in the story: DEADBEAT CAT FIESTA SEPTIC BATTERY The previous prompt was to tell a story in 39 words using the following…
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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! She must be completely mad!) but relishes savory foods. I like both, but sweet edges it every time. I…
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I’ve read a few Claire Douglas books over the last couple of years and I think she’s getting better and better. Claire writes in my favourite genre – psychological thrillers. I really liked the premise for The Wrong Sister and when I started reading, I didn’t want to stop. Here’s the blurb: You’ve known her…
