Tag: creative writing
Writing prompt – cafe observations
Go to to a cafe. Listen, observe. Make notes. Be specific: the thinning grey hair; the yapping dachshund; the coffee cups without handles. Read through your notes, highlight words and phrases that interest you. Write these at the top of a new page. Using these as inspiration,
write for at least 10 minutes without censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
If you’d like to share your writing or your experience of this and other writing prompts, please do – in the comments section.
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Writing prompt – what are you thinking?
Notice your thoughts. Sit quietly for 5 or 10 minutes. Notice the thoughts that arise. At the end of this period, quickly make a note of what you can remember.
Circle words , phrases or ideas that interest you. Write them at the top of a new page.
Now write for at least 10 minutes using these words as inspiration. Write without censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
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Writing prompt – what if? #5
What if you could have an upgrade. What would the new version of you be like?
Write for at least 15 minutes without censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
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Writing prompt – objects
What do these objects bring to mind? Make a quick list – 5 minutes.
Now read through your list and write for 10 minutes or more without censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
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please do – in the comments section.
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Why good writers keep journals
Writing prompt – three words IV
Use the following three words in your writing.
Tarnish, oval, wilt.
Write for at least 10 minutes wihout censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
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Write & Thrive, new workshops – 2016
Write & Thrive 2016
From January 2016, Write and Thrive will be offering two new writing modules, in descART.es Lounge, Unit 1, The Exchange (next door to Matthews Yard). Advance booking is required.
The modules are designed to enable participants to build on learning from each workshop and develop from week to week.
Each module is self-contained. However, participating in both may provide additional benefit as one topic overlaps and enhances the other.
Modules are open to all, no prior experience is required.
Module 1 – Writing fiction: get started, keep going
Starts on Tuesday, 19th January 2016. 7-9 p.m. for 5 weeks
This module is designed to enable participants to start or return to writing fiction, helping to overcome barriers and develop a regular writing routine. The workshops are planned to encourage curiosity, experimentation and creative expression; helping participants to ignore the inner critic and unleash their creativity.
By the end of the module participants will have practiced techniques to generate ideas and material for writing fiction and have learned ways to establish a regular writing routine.
Cost: £50 per 5 week module (£40 for Matthews Yard members)
Book your place here
Module 2 – Stories of your life: writing for personal development, self-discovery & wellbeing
Starts on Tuesday, 1st March 2016. 7-9 p.m. for 4 weeks
An introduction to the many health and wellbeing benefits of writing. This module is an opportunity to reflect on, make sense of, remember and celebrate aspects of your life and to explore some of the support and wellbeing benefits that writing can offer. The workshops will provide you with the opportunity to develop a richer self-awareness, and experience writing as a flexible tool that can support you through life’s ups and downs.
Cost: £40 per 4 week module (£35 for Matthews Yard members)
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Where can I find a workshop?
The workshops are running in descART.es Lounge, Unit 1, The Exchange (next door to Matthews Yard), CR0 1UH
Send me an email at writeandthrive@gmail.com if you’d like more information.
Write and Thrive Croydon – 2016 – new modules coming soon
From January, Write & Thrive will be offering two, themed, 5 week modules:
Module 1 – will focus on writing fiction
Module 2 – will focus on personal development and writing for wellbeing
Advance booking required.
Details and tickets available soon
Get your name on the mailing list. Email: writeandthrive@gmail.com now.
Steve Wybourn, creator of writeandthrive
Writing prompt – what if? #4
What if you had a spare brain?
Write for at least 10 minutes without censoring or editing. Let the words flow, see where it goes.
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