Tag: character development

Writing prompt – Post apocalypse

writeandthriveLeave a comment

Take a notebook to a public place. Observe  for a while. Make a note of what might change, in a post-apocalyptic world.  Now answer the following questions:Natural-History-Musuem-London

  • What causes the apocalypse?
  • What remains, one year on?
  • What’s the biggest challenge for survivors?
  • What, if anything, is positive about this post-apocalyptic world?

 

Imagine yourself as a survivor. Write for at least 15 minutes, without pausing to edit or censor. Let it flow, see where it takes you.

If you want to share your writing in the comments section, it would be great to see how you get on.

 

Writing prompt – post apocalypse –  Tweet this

Advertisement

Writing prompt – character development

writeandthriveLeave a comment

Take a notebook to a public place. Observe someone for a moment. Make a note of their appearance, their mannerisms, and, if you are able to hear, some of their conversation.  Now imagine some extra details by creating a list of questions that you will answer about them:

Your list could include:3582448109_5d8301fc7b_z_1

  • what is their home like?
  • who lives there with them?
  • if they have a job, what is it?
  • what is their secret?
  • etc etc

Generate a list of questions. Then answer them.

Now write a scene featuring this character (make sure you give them a name).

 

Write for at least 15 minutes, without pausing to edit or censor. Let it flow, see where it takes you.

If you want to share your writing in the comments section, it would be great to see how you get on.

 

Writing prompt – character development –  Tweet this