Things You'll Need:
- Writing Prompts
- Paper and Pen
- Word Processor
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Step 1
Choose a writing prompt site. Writer's Digest, for example, offers fantastic writing prompts. Some writing prompt services will email you daily and some you can straight from a book.
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Step 2
Use the first writing prompt you come too. Don't be picky or choosy. The point of the writing prompt is to free write off the top of your head, so don't try to look for the 'perfect writing prompt'.
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Step 3
Write the first thing that comes to mind. If the writing prompt begins with: the ocean lay deep and cold, spread out under the stars and the first thing that comes to mind is something humorous -- go with it.
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Step 4
Use your writing prompts for practice. Your prompts don't have to spawn a full-blown story. In fact, most writing prompts won't generate more interest than your grocery list, but take advantage of the practice.
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Step 5
Explore different styles of writing with your writing prompts. One great thing about writing prompts is exploring your options. Write in first person, second person, third person. Write for kids, write for adults. Write erotic fantasies.
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Step 6
Use this prompt to get you started. Finish the following statement: Dana threw her purse in the car before climbing in to start the engine. She needed to get out of here now, before ...
