Consider the following "challenge" quotes. Which ones would make good story starters? Write a one paragraph story idea for each one. Add enough detail to firmly set the idea in your memory.
Those pithy sayings that stay with us are often the result of word play. For example: But when writing a poem or short story, too much of this turning of the phrase can make the writing seem trite. Today's challenge is to read your work critically and look for tired, worn-out, overused, or too cute phrasing. Strangely enough, this is usually not difficult to find in the writing of others. But we tend to fall a little in love with our own wit and have trouble letting go of it. Consider the following "challenge" quotes. Which ones would make good story starters? Write a one paragraph story idea for each one. Add enough detail to firmly set the idea in your memory. Stay cool. Have a great week. See you Wednesday!
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AuthorCheryl Hicks is a writer and an artist. She is happiest when she can combine the two pursuits. |