Literary – June 8

Algernon died on this date. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist’s fate is revealed in a way that only your protag understands.

Journaling + Fiction – June 8

“Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm.”Publilius Syrus Journal prompt: Spend at least 20 minutes writing about causes and effects of the most extreme example of poor leadership you’ve experienced. Fiction writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist is at the helm when the seas unexpectedly grow rough.

Big Questions – June 8

What would you do if you knew you had one week left to live? 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 sources or implications of your response. Fiction writing prompt: Write a scene that forces a character in your story to answer the question, or spend 15-20 minutes answering...

Romance – June 8

Frank Lloyd Wright was born on this date in 1867. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist is surprised to discover that s/he is not her/his partner’s only partner.

Mystery – June 8

“Never underestimate a man’s ability to underestimate a woman.”- Sara Paretsky, born this date in 1947. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist is denied respect by a group of peers because of his/her gender.

SciFi/Fantasy – June 8

“Pioneering basically amounts to finding new and more horrible ways to die.”- John W. Campbell, born this date in 1910. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist cannot determine if her/his closest ally is real or an imposter.

Secondary – June 8

Francis Crick, who with his colleagues James Watson and Maurice Wilkins discovered the double-helix structure of DNA, was born on this date in 1916. Using observations of your family and friends, explain whether genetics or the environment play a greater role in a person’s development.

Primary – June 8

“Television is chewing gum for the eyes.” -Architect Frank Lloyd Wright, who was born on this date in 1867. Explain why you agree or disagree with his opinion.