SciFi/Fantasy – October 28

“Existence is random. Has no pattern save what we imagine after staring at it for too long. No meaning save what we choose to impose.”- Walter Long, who had a deep conversation with Dr. Malcolm...

Secondary – October 28

“The most disadvantageous peace is better than the most just war.” -Desiderius Erasmus, born on this date in 1466. Use examples to defend or attack this idea.

Primary – October 28

“Give light, and the darkness will disappear of itself.” -Desiderius Erasmus, who was born on this date in 1466. Describe the light you would like to bring into the world.

Literary – October 27

“They cannot escape their history any more than you yourself can lose your shadow.” -Zadie Smith, born this date in 1975. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist tries and fails to...

Journaling + Fiction – October...

“If you are not already dead, forgive. Rancor is heavy, it is worldly; leave it on earth: Die light.”Jean-Paul Sartre Journal prompt: Spend at least 20 minutes writing about a mercy you should show yourself...

Big Questions – October 27

What’s the most unbelievable belief among your family? 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...

Romance – October 27

“Kiss me and you will see how important I am.” -Sylvia Plath, born this date in 1932. Writing prompt: Write the scene in which your protagonist first realized the truth of this...