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November 13, 2017

Write a short story that revolves around this notion that the phrase “happily ever after” can involve something more...

November 6, 2017

Write a short essay about a particularly resonant memory. Then try rewriting the same memory either in another language,...

October 30, 2017

Write a story that takes place in a setting where a similarly surprising and perhaps inexplicable phenomenon exists year...

October 23, 2017

Write a poem dedicated to a beloved snack from your childhood, exploring how it has changed or remained the...

October 16, 2017

This week, try out an exercise to make your own fiction more timeless. Search through your writing for an...

October 10, 2017

Think of a time when you’ve responded in a stressful situation with a defense mechanism of your own. Write...

October 2, 2017

What musicians are part of the soundtrack of your life? Choose several musicians or band integral to your soundtrack,...

September 25, 2017

A feeling of helplessness or lack of control over the weather may also contribute to snappish behavior. Write a...

September 18, 2017

Think of several public landmarks located in your city, and integrate them as cues or red herrings in a...

December 12, 2016

Facebook or Twitter Status: Write a poem using the words from your latest status update or a friend’s status...