Got Writer's Block? Here, Have Some Writing Prompts!
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Writer’s block is such a bitch. Prevention is worth more than cure here, of course, and one of the best ways to prevent the dreaded writer’s block is to write your story ideas down as they come to tinker with them later.
But in case you didn’t do that, here are some prompts and story ideas that might get you rolling. One could be used as a journaling piece or memoir.
What do you think about doing a series of essays on your most embarrassing moments – those times we’d prefer to forget? I think the experience would be both humbling and liberating at the same time. It’s very empowering to embrace our human frailty.
At last, the people came back to worship.
Once enough people returned to the earth, to honor the mountains, the woods, the streams, and the seasons, the Mother returned and brought with her the Maiden and the Crone.
“Hail to the Resurrection of the Goddess, may the Feminine save us all!”
The Goddess yawned and stretched.
“It’s not that simple,” she replied. “Humanity must redeem themselves.”
When Cassandra woke up and saw the rose on the pillow next to her, elation flowed through her.
Then she saw the note underneath.
Instead of words of love and devotion after a beautiful night together, this was an epistle of desertion.
Seduced only to be abandoned.
Cassandra vowed revenge.
Embarrassing moments make great stories.
When was the last time you wanted to crawl under a rock and hide?
Why?
What’s the story?
Go.
“We only have 5 minutes!”
“So what do you want me to do about it?”
“Nothing! There’s nothing anybody can do about it!”
“And you’re telling me this why?”
Anne hesitated, then figured she had nothing to lose.
“Since we’re doomed no matter what, wanna make out?”
Imagine a world where the scaffold of shame made a comeback.
How would this happen?
What broken rules would result in this public display of disgrace?
How long would this punishment endure?
Who would be the hero or shero who would make this stop?
What would be their driving force?
In case these aren’t enough, there are plenty more prompts to be found here and here.
8 Nudges to Write Fantasy With These Gorgeous Writing Prompts!
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I’m going to come straight out and just say it. I’m proud of these!
What’s not to love about beautiful images with a chunk of story to get your creative juices flowing?
It’s that time of year again.
When the faery folk come to dance upon the earth.
So light the way for them beneath the ancient tree.
If you remain still, you might get a glimpse of them.
Be careful though.
If they suspect a trap, they will grab you and imprison your soul in the tree for 1000 years.
“Dance with the Devil, you handsome darling. If you please me, all your dreams will come true.”
“Are you saying you’re the Devil?”
The sensuous woman smiled and shrugged.
“I never thought of the Devil as a woman. So what dance?”
“Tango. Of course.”
“You can’t be serious!”
“I am. Lie upon the yellow lines and the genie will come to grant you three wishes.”
“I thought genies lived in bottles and oil lamps.”
“Times have changed. Genies are now captive beneath the cement of roads and sidewalks.”
“What if a car runs over me?”
“That’s how the portal opens.”
“You must think I’m an idiot.”
“No. That’s the chance you gotta take. How badly do you want this?“
Isabelle knew she was disappearing into the world of words, but she didn’t care.
Carlos begged her to stay, but she shook her head.
“I’d rather cease to exist physically if I get to enjoy all the pleasures of fantasy, of the erotic and romance.”
“What do you want, Isabelle, from the ethers of imagination? You will cease to be.”
”I know, darling Carlos. But ordinary life is mundane. I can’t bear the mundane.”
Bernado’s heart pounded. This was the portal. it had to be.
But how could he get past that brick wall?
If he didn’t, Celeste was lost forever and their parents would perish from heartbreak.
Fern yearned for the glory of humans. As psychic beings, plants healed, soothed, gave solace, and offered insight.
But there was no power. Plants were at the mercy of humans and animals.
Until the day a sad looking woman came into the forest undergrowth and lay down on top of Fern.
Fern felt her sorrow, and knew its time had come. This woman no longer wanted to be human.
“How about if we trade places?” Fern whispered. “You become me and I become you.”
The woman looked right at Fern.
“Is that possible?”
She was emerging. She could feel herself coming back to flesh, blood, and bone.
After so many centuries held captive in the trees, she would be free at last.
“Why now?” she asked. “Why let me go now when the world is so changed?”
“Because we need you to convince humanity to protect us.”
“Why would I do that?”
Ophelia threw herself into the water, but instead of the death she sought in her despair, she found conviction.
She deserved life. Only revenge would do for her father’s death.
Hamlet would suffer.
SO HERE THEY ARE, THE FANTASY WRITING PROMPTS! I HOPE YOU LOVE THE IMAGES AS MUCH AS I LOVED PUTTING THEM TOGETHER. AND I HOPE THEY GET THE STORIES SPINNING!
PEACE,
MONTGOMERY
Original Writing Prompts for Fantasy and Writing Inspiration for Journaling...or even Memoir!
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Hey y'all,
Cole has busted out some pretty fabulous memes in the form of writing prompts and inspiration! Their style is different from mine, but that makes for broader perspective and more choices for all the writers out there to find those pearls of inspiration to get those creative ideas flowing and the pen moving across the page or fingers dancing over a keyboard. Things tend to flow from there. So enjoy!
On another note, this weekend, I'm heading for my first festival as a vendor for the first time in a coon's age. Imagine Orcas Island, with sacred music, late night dance parties, aerialists, fire dancers, nature, beauty, and lots of rain - that's where I'll be with Cole and my partner, Morgen, trying to tell some stories and sell some books. I have an updated and revised version of The Golden Pedestal for the kiddos with some gorgeous new illustrations, as well as Ella Bandita and the Wanderer for the adults. I'll also have some older copies of my original collection of stories, Ella Bandita and the Wanderer, which will go for a $4. A lot has changed in the self-publishing world since the DIY booktour odyssey I did in 2005/2006. One positive change on my end is that I'm not doing this alone. That is a huge relief!
I hope it's a good weekend, and if anybody reading this happens to be on Orcas Island for Imagine this weekend, come find us. In the meantime, enjoy Cole's writing prompts and inspiration!
Peace,
Montgomery
Writing Prompts! Come and Get 'Em!
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Hey y’all,
Are you a writer? Or someone who likes to write?
Do you love fantasy?
Do you love fables and myths?
Do you love the idea of taking fables and myths in a different direction?
Did you like that prompt above?
If so, have a look-see at these bits of inspiration to get your creative juices flowing! Some are also rather pleasing to look at, if I say so myself. ;-)
Most of these are take-offs on myths and fables, but there are also two suspense prompts, and Rogue and Babe promise to make a romp of a romance – or a spoof of a romance if that’s how you roll.
The possibilities are endless…
FYI, these prompts are original and unconnected to my creative work, so use them however you like and enjoy!
Happy writing,
Montgomery
If only women would think like this more often...
The best treasures are intangible...
Scheherazade deserved so much better...
True love will challenge you...
Come on...run with this. I dare you.
Bloody murder mystery? Or suspense? Race against time!
I'd be terrified too if I had to rely on the police.