Holiday & Seasonal – Words & Deeds

November 23, 2017

A Writing Prompt for Villains (and Thanksgiving)

You know that moment when you’re writing something and what you’re writing gives you an idea for something else to write? Well, while writing last year’s “Happy Thanksgiving Writing Prompt,” I couldn’t help but think about how it could be turned into a writing prompt for villains (and Thanksgiving). Seem wrong? Of course it is! It’s villainous! How to Make...

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October 31, 2017

Horror or Humor? A Writing Prompt

Tis the season to be scary, so why are so many “horror” movies funny instead? What is the boundary? What makes a story horror or humor? Explore the answer with this hilariously scary writing prompt. Are You Writing Horror or Humor? Interestingly, what determines whether a story is funny or scary is less the topic and more how the topic...

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May 2, 2017

A Spring Writing Prompt in 3 Acts

Well, 3 parts. It’s not a play or theatrical piece (or cohesive whole), so “acts” may be a bit of hyperbole. But don’t worry – it’s definitely a spring writing prompt for exercising different skills. 3 Takes on a Writing Prompt for Spring Technically, these are 3 different writing exercises that relate to the idea of Spring. After much debate,...

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December 15, 2016

Holiday Heaven or Hell: A Writing Prompt for Points of View Practice

What do the holidays mean to you? Have you been looking forward to Christmas since December 26th, 2015, or dreading the holiday’s approach since big box stores starting playing carols in September? Why do people even have such different points of views in the first place? Explore the reasons with this writing prompt: Holiday Heaven or Hell. What Makes the...

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November 24, 2016

A Happy Thanksgiving Writing Prompt

If you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, you probably aren’t used to people asking you what you’re thankful for every single November. If you do celebrate Thanksgiving, you’re probably sick of it. But if you step outside the holiday mentality (and put the mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and Black Friday ads down for a moment), I’m sure you can see how turning that...

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April 1, 2016

An April Fools’ Day Writing Prompt

Happy April 1st! April Fools’ Day: The day of mild to malevolent trickery, laughter, and hurt feelings. If you’ve ever played a trick on someone for April Fools’, or if you were unfortunate enough to have a major one played on you, then you probably have some strong emotional memories about April 1st. Time to turn that torment into writing inspiration! Here...

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March 17, 2016

An Irish-inspired Writing Prompt for St. Patrick’s Day

No, it’s not about green beer or skipping work to do shots. Although I guess that could end up part of it. This writing prompt for St. Patrick’s day is inspired by combining old celtic lore with the modern day holiday. A St. Patrick’s Day Writing Prompt Pick a Faerie & Modify It Pick a type of fae and change...

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December 23, 2015

The Holidays Are a Great Time For People Watching (And Writing About Them)

Remember the people watching writing prompt? It’s fun under normal conditions (and great for characterization research and inspiration), but it’s even more interesting during the holiday season. See, on an average day, you get fodder for how people act on average days. For many people, the holidays are not average days. No, during the holiday season, people work unusual hours, spend...