Developing a Setting

Today’s writing prompt focuses on creating a setting for your story. Setting consists of more than just a location–it also includes mood and time period. Develop a setting that includes all these elements. Ask yourself where the story takes place, during which time period, and what mood you want to convey.

Developing a New Character

Today’s writing prompt focuses on creating a new character. Think of a real person you would like to write about. This could be a family member or friend, a historical figure, yourself, or even an animal. How would you describe this character to someone else?

The Writer

Use the following writing prompt to write a scene.

You have to submit the first five chapters of your novel to your agent soon. As the deadline approaches, you notice that specific scenes from your book are coming to life and occurring to your friends and family. What are these scenes, and what is causing this to happen?