creative writing
TNB hopes to inspire young writers with weekly writing prompts
A person writes with a fountain pen in this photo. (Aaron’s Burden/Unsplash) Theater New Brunswick began posting weekly writing prompts on its social media pages on February 14 to engage and inspire writers young and old. Jena Elizabeth McLean, artist-in-residence at TNB, is responsible for the weekly writing prompts which included phrases such as “today …
PICK OF THE WEEK: Writing tips for young writers
Bradford Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) wants teens to write – and win prizes – in February Writing is an art that anyone can do with a keyboard and a little time. That’s why the Bradford Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) wants teens to write – and win prizes – in February! Check …
In memory of Betty White, thank you for being an inspiration – The Temple News
ETHAN CARROLL / TEMPLE NEWS Betty White, an iconic actress, passed away on December 31, 2021, leaving an everlasting mark on the entertainment industry and fans like me throughout her eight-decade career. I first saw White when I was five years old watching “The Golden Girls” at my grandmother’s house. While others may remember her …
Five Creative Writing Tips To Help Manage Anxiety
Poet and artist Blake Auden shares tips on how to use writing to manage your mental health I have suffered from anxiety for most of my adult life and have tried a range of therapies, techniques and approaches to manage my mental health – but nothing has really helped me like this. writing. Many studies …
Controversial writing guest book takes center stage at Hudson School Board meeting
HUDSON, Ohio — Dozens of community members attended the Hudson City School District’s school board meeting on Monday to show their support for the district, two weeks after a controversy erupted over the use a writing incentive book that many parents felt was inappropriate. Dressed in white, supporters stood, cheered and cheered as council members …
8 essential writing tips for Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is a simple program used to create all kinds of documents. Whether you need a professional looking document for work or just to create a school project, Microsoft Word is a perfect choice. While the majority of Microsoft Word tutorials and guides focus on productivity, few cover the aspect of creative writing. Microsoft …
New project encourages exploration of Ypsi’s public art through writing prompts
A new collaboration between the non-profit community writing center YpsiWrites, the University of Michigan Art Museum (UMMA), and Ypsilanti community schools (YCS) will encourage residents of the Ypsi region to connect and reflect on public art. YpsiWrites co-founder Cathy Fleischer says the idea came about after talking with Grace VanderVliet, curator for museum teaching and …
Celebrate National Poetry Month with daily writing prompts
The first anthology, “COVID springIs available from Hobblebush Books. Want to contribute to the next volume? follow us on Facebook Where Instagram for the daily writing prompts (from April 1) created by New Hampshire Poet Laureate Alexandria Peary. New Hampshire Poet Laureate Alexandria Peary has designed 30 poetry prompts for the month of April. Follow …
Writing instructions and resources for children
These writing instructions for kids will help build the imaginative juice and help them build their creative writing skills. By Shana Liebman Through Shana liebman September 15, 2020 Great Family Outings: Get Activities In Your Inbox! Whether or not your child is participating in a distance learning program, practicing creative writing at home is a …
ALA Editions publishes free PDF of coloring pages, writing prompts and uplifting quotes
CHICAGO – Librarians around the world continue to serve their communities in countless innovative ways. Take time for yourself with “Stay well, stay inspired», A free PDF of leisure activities published by ALA Editions. With excerpts from “Check it out! A coloring book for library lovers, “This diary is late, “The librarian’s book of quotes,” …
Creative writing prompts | Chicago Institute of the Arts
Need help pouring the juice out of creative writing? Try to start with a little art and the prompts below. Who knows where your imagination will take you … These activities are ideal for ages 7 and up, but can be enjoyed by learners of all ages. Younger children can benefit from the help of …
Five essential writing tips backed by science
We are all hallucinating. No one dropped LSD in the water supply, they didn’t have to. “Reality”, an ambiguous term coined to designate a common set of shared facts, is a construct that we have created in an attempt to reassure us that a master plan exists. It is not. In his latest book, “The …
Marin students hear writing tips from a prolific author
Author Gordon Korman speaks to students at Hidden Valley Elementary School in San Anselmo on February 9, 2020. Children from three schools in the Ross Valley School District gathered for the presentation. (Alan Dep / Marin Independent Journal) Author Gordon Korman speaks to students at Hidden Valley Elementary School in San Anselmo on February 9, …
How augmented reality can be used to write prompts
Augmented reality is a form of technology that enhances the real-world environment around us with computer-generated images and information, creating a hybrid scenario that can be added to all kinds of experiences, including learning. . See also: Can augmented reality shorten the learning curve? AR can be used through devices such as tablets equipped with …
Schools united to be inspired by writing
STUDENTS from two local elementary schools found inspiration to write scary stories during a day together at Turton Tower. The historic 16th century building was the setting for the first day of school liaison between St Cuthbert’s RC Primary School in Darwen and St Michael with St John CE Primary School in Blackburn. Fourth grade …
Top 5 Configurations You Need To Help You Work Smarter!
Creative writing is hard work. You usually write intricately woven fantasy worlds stories. And it takes a lot of visualization and planning. Not to mention the fact that you need to structure your thoughts well. Today we are going to help you make this job easier. We have 5 configurations it will make your creative …
Author Robin Stevens shares his writing tips with Norwich students
A group of students from Norwich learned some tips about the book trade during a visit from a best-selling author. Best-selling author Robin Stevens speaks to students at Jane Austen College, Norwich. Image: Inspiration Confidence – Credit: Inspiration Trust Robin Stevens, author of the young adult crime drama Murder Most Unladylike, shared some of his …
Creative Writing Tips You Can Apply to Your Freelance Writing Career
Nurturing a successful freelance writing career can be quite difficult; It takes hard work, dedication and, of course, creative ingenuity. Obviously, there is a difference between writing creative fictional works like novels, short stories, and screenplays, and writing online content for informational or marketing purposes. However, even with the disparity between these two popular forms …
15 writing prompts to start your school year with a little creative writing
When I was a kid, back to school always started with a brand new binder, an exciting new classroom and the classic writing assignment: “What did you do during summer vacation?” Seriously, how many times have you written this essay in your life? You’re probably not going to go back to school this year, but …
Creative Writing Tips From Harvard School | Arts
Harvard School of English is home to a powerhouse of renowned creative writers. As lecturers and professors, they devote countless hours to imparting the skills of their trade to students. The Crimson asked four faculty members who teach fiction writing classes to share their creative writing wisdom. “You can create a whole world in your …
8 Tips for Writing Short Stories from a Creative Writing Dean
I like stories. Presumably this applies to all fiction writers. Novels allow us to weave complex narratives that evoke authentic worlds and intriguing characters. The advantage of a novel is that it gives a writer the time and space to build a fictional, yet believable world. It can also be argued that it gives writers …
10 spooky writing tips from horror writers
When you think about it, the horror genre doesn’t make sense. We sit and look at pieces of paper with words on them, imagining monsters that we know are all made up … and it scares us so much that we have to sleep with the lights on? Seriously? Writing scary horror is no easy …
5 writing tips: Jeff VanderMeer
Jeff VanderMeer is the author of the famous Southern Reach trilogy and novel Thick headed. VanderMeer shares his five writing tips. Writing a rough draft of a novel can seem quite difficult on its own. But once you have a draft, the work just begins because for most novels, editing is the key to success, …
20 writing prompts to start your summer writing
Summer is the prime time for creative writing. With school on hiatus and the sun shining, this is the perfect opportunity to get out and pick up some paper. Maybe this summer you can finally get down to a big project, or maybe you want to relax with some fun experiences. When I was in …
James Lee Burke on writing, inspiration and sequel
Sorting out the Holland family in James Lee Burke’s novels requires careful study. In his new book, house of the rising sunBurke’s main character is Hackberry Holland, an occasional Texas Ranger prone to alcohol use and violence in equal measure. Hackberry Holland’s grandson – also named Hackberry – has taken the helm of Burke’s recent …