Primary – January 29

“That’s all a man can hope for during his lifetime — to set an example — and when he is dead, to be an inspiration for history.” -US President William McKinley, born on this date in 1843....

Literary – January 28

David Lodge, who wrote “it is impossible to be excessive in flattery of one’s peers,” was born on this date in 1935. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist proves Lodge...

Journaling + Fiction – January...

“I don’t trust anyone who doesn’t laugh.”Maya Angelou Journal prompt: Spend at least 20 minutes writing about the warning sign you find most glaring in another’s behavior or personality....

Big Questions – January 28

Who will miss you when you’re gone? 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...

Romance – January 28

Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, author of Gigi, was born on this date in 1873. Her first fame as an author came in the form of stories ghost-written for her husband Willy, who locked her in a room until she...

Mystery – January 28

“I’m late for my daily spanking at One Police Plaza.”- Lt. Anita Van Buren as portrayed by S. Epatha Merkerson, born this date in 1952. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your...

SciFi/Fantasy – January 28

“Right action is better than knowledge; but in order to do what is right, we must know what is right.” – Frankish emperor Charlemagne, assassinated on this date in Denis Dyack’s...