Build WritingHey there, poetry enthusiasts! 🍂📝 As the leaves start to turn and pumpkin spice lattes make their grand comeback, it can only mean one thing: October is here! And you know what that means in the world of poetry – it’s time for some spook-tacular creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just dipping your […]
Spoken word is a powerful form of communication that can be used to express oneself in a creative and expressive way. However, it can be difficult to know where to start when writing a spoken word piece. One of the biggest challenges is coming up with a good prompt. This blog post will provide you […]
Africa has a rich and vibrant literary tradition, and African literary magazines play an important role in showcasing this talent to the world. These magazines provide a platform for African writers to share their work, and they help to promote African literature to a wider audience. There are many different African literary magazines, each with […]
Do you ever get stuck when you’re trying to write? Do you find yourself staring at a blank page, wondering what to write about? If so, you’re not alone. Writer’s block is a common problem, but there are ways to overcome it. One way to get your creative juices flowing is to use a writing […]
With a lot going on in our lives amidst the distraction, work, and many unpredictable things that eat our time, finding realistic reading goals for 2023 can be difficult. In this article, I share over ten different reading goals for adults whether you can barely find the time to read or you are looking to […]
Fast. Quick. Flash. Whatever you use to describe a quick response to a writer’s submission. As writers, we are looking for magazines that will respond fast. Preferably one that will respond to your submission within a month. For some, it is a literary magazine that responds in days or less than a week. Not necessarily […]
As a writer, feedback is very important to me. Not just any kind of feedback but constructive feedback from other writers. Most especially editors. The people whose business is to edit writing. If you are new to writing, You need useful feedback. Something you can apply to make your writing better. One way of getting […]
Short Story in general is any story within 1500 to 15000 words. Anything below could be referred to as flash fiction while above you could call it a novella. The average length of short stories in pages is 3 to 30 pages (single-spaced) while 6 to 60 pages (double-spaced). The length of a short story […]
It is November, another month of writing. If you are struggling to come up with ideas and things to write about. There are a lot of creative writing prompts to write with. This list has ninety creative writing prompts for November 2022. Each day has three prompts. Word Prompt Story Prompt Another story prompt You […]
In a write up looking at the differences between Flash Fiction and shorts story we should not forget that they are both fiction. On the sole basis that they are both fiction leads to a lot of similarities. But we will be looking at the differences in this blogpost. Flash Fiction differs from short story […]
Flash fiction is a popular and exciting form of storytelling that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. If you’re interested in learning more about this art form, a flash fiction course may be the perfect way to get started. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what the best flash […]
Writing flash fiction consistently is hard. When you finally muster the courage to write you are faced with the “no ideas problem”. Well, it is not that you don’t have ideas but they are not good enough to get you writing the flash pieces. When the idea comes it is usually in ones and twos. […]
The 100 word story form of Microfiction is growing particularly with the increasing audience for this form of writing. With or without time as a writer you still get to create a story absolute in its entirety and bold in brevity. Whether you choose to call it drabble or one hundred word story I got […]
Where do I get fifty-word stories that reveal the typical nature of good 50 word stories? As 50-word stories grow in form and many writers are experimenting with the form to see how much story they can work with the form and length, the result is excellent and fresh stories that linger long after you […]
While you have those poems that seem to come together thematically. They would seem to ask that you allow them to go into the world and show their capabilities in a Chapbook. Most of these poetry chapbook contests would accept your poems even though they have been independently published. As long as you have not […]
Are you looking for a rhyming poem generator then this list is for you? Whether you are looking for a funny rhyme poem or a name poem rhyme. Most of the websites will randomly generate a rhyming poem while some of them would ask you to use your words for the first line. Let’s begin. […]
If you have been thinking of how to create a acrostic poem from a name where each letter is a line, you can do it automatically with these free online tools. It will be fun to make a funny poem out of your name. Create a meaning out of your name for each of the […]
Imagine for a moment you could get your poem formatted into a concrete form or shape. Sometimes you are looking for a website to make and transform it’s generated poem into a visual form for your admiration. Before we begin. I would be using visual and concrete alternatively throughout this blogpost. Let’s get started. What […]
Are you a writer seeking to get published? Whether already published or this is your first attempt at getting published, then Submittable is a tool you need to help you accomplish those goals. When I submit to literary magazines, I wait for their emails of acceptance and sometimes it gets buried in my inbox . […]
High school is a period of immense growth, self-discovery, and complex emotions. Exploring creative poetry prompts can help students process their experiences and gain self-awareness during this transitional time. Whether required for a class or simply for enjoyment, poetry provides high schoolers an enlightening outlet for self-expression. Carefully crafted prompts allow students to hone their […]
Making time for creativity amid our busy schedules can be a challenge. Exploring a new poetry prompt each week presents a more manageable and enriching goal compared to daily writing. Scheduling poetic inspiration helps ensure you tap into your imagination consistently. Whether honing your skills or processing emotions, poetry prompts unlock profound self-expression. Carving out […]
Life gets busy, making it easy to lose touch with your creative side in the daily shuffle. Exploring a short, imaginative poetry prompt each day can help unlock your inspiration consistently. Whether you’re an aspiring poet or just want an expressive outlet, poetry offers enlightenment. By taking a few minutes to engage with a thought-provoking […]
Poetry presents a powerful medium for exploring profound aspects of the human experience. Certain poetry topics and prompts naturally evoke deep reflection, rumination, and emotional processing. Examining themes of love, nature, grief, personal growth, and existential questions through creative prompts allows writers to craft impactful verses. Whether you consider yourself a poet or not, engaging […]
January brings a fresh start as we begin a new calendar year. It is a time of reflection on the past twelve months and an opportunity to set goals for the future. Exploring creative poetry prompts can help unlock stanzas about your aspirations, memories, and personal growth. Whether crafting lighthearted or introspective verses, poetry allows […]
Though it may be the shortest month, February offers no shortage of inspiration for creating poetry. As winter lingers on, February is a time for reflection, comfort, and looking ahead to brighter days. Exploring poetry prompts can help unlock your creativity as you navigate February’s chillier weather. Whether drafting lighthearted Valentine’s verses or reflective lines […]
March marks the beginning of spring, a time of renewal and rebirth. As the dead of winter gives way to longer days and budding plants, our creativity and motivation are ignited. Poetry provides the perfect medium for capturing the spirit of transition that March embodies. Whether you are an amateur writer or seasoned poet, exploring […]
April showers bring May flowers! The month of April is characterized by change and rebirth as winter transitions to spring. The budding trees, longer days, and April showers create the perfect atmosphere for poetry. Exploring creative prompts can unlock beautiful verses and allow you to grow as a writer. Whether you are an amateur poet […]
May is a month of renewal as spring is in full bloom and summer awaits just around the corner. The lush green landscapes and warmer temperatures stir our creativity. There is no better time to try engaging poetry prompts as inspiration for self-expression. Whether you are an experienced poet or just starting out, poetry provides […]
July is often considered the peak of summer – days are long, the weather is hot, and people are in full vacation mode. The month brings opportunities for rest, relaxation, and fun outdoor activities. But amid the barbecues and beach days, July also presents the perfect setting for engaging your creative spirit through poetry. The […]