What do you see?
That's it. Just describe whatever you are looking at. Really look. Be specific in your description. Bring the object or scene to life.
(10 minute exercise)
Write an action scene
Experiment with short sentences and sharp words to add urgency and pace. Read it aloud. Does it sound dynamic?
(250 word exercise)
I'm thinking about...
What strays into your mind when you are consciously thinking? And where does that thought lead? And then where do you go? See where this one takes you.
(10 minute exercise)
I remember a lane...
When and where? What was it like? How did it smell? How did you feel? What little details make it memorable?
(10 minute exercise)
Hidden treasure
Describe something precious. Or go on a quest. Or is treasure something unexpected? Take this one wherever you like.
(As long as you like.)
A memory of rain
Whose memory is this? What is the setting? Who was there? Conjure the details: sounds, smells, atmosphere. Why is the memory important?
(10 minute exercise)
Teach me how...
Teach me something familiar to you. Something everyday, ordinary. How you make your tea. How to catch a bus. How to use a mobile phone.
(5 minute exercise)
Everyone has a story
Is this your story? Or someone you know? Or make up a character. You could even use a random name generator and see what story you feel the name suggests.
(Short story exercise)
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