Literary – January 19

The mother of Julian Barnes, born on this date in 1946, complained that his first, and critically acclaimed, novel was nothing more than a bombardment of filth. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your...

Journaling + Fiction – January...

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”John Quincy Adams Journal prompt: Spend at least 20 minutes writing about a project or initiative...

Big Questions – January 19

What won’t you share? Journaling prompt: Spend 15-20 minutes writing your answer in the spirit of exploring yourself and the world around you. If you can answer with a simple “yes” or “no,” explain the...

Romance – January 19

Paul Cezanne was born on this date in 1839. Writing prompt: Write the scene depicted in this 1867 painting from the point of view of your protagonist.

Mystery – January 19

“The justice I have received, I shall give back.”- Patricia Highsmith, born this date in 1921. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist gives back.

SciFi/Fantasy – January 19

“All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.” -Edgar Allan Poe, born this date in 1809. Writing prompt: Describe your protagonist’s recurring dream.

Secondary – January 19

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