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Make Writing Fun: Set a Playdate for Your Writing

March 9, 2012 by Kathy Steffen Leave a Comment

Make a play date with your book and brainstorm. Here are a few ways to start. Trust me, the ideas will come so fast, it will be hard for you to keep up with them. And isn’t that a great problem to have?

Posted in: Writing Craft, Writing Prompts, Writing Tools Tagged: brainstorming, creative writing tips, mind map, writing collage

Creative Writing Prompts: Developing Character with Core Values

December 23, 2011 by Kathy Steffen Leave a Comment

Here are some creative writing prompts to help you find the heart and soul—the moral compass—of your character, followed by some prompts meant for you to ask yourself.

Posted in: Characters, Writing Craft, Writing Prompts Tagged: brainstorming, Character ideas, creative writing prompts, inspiration, writing exercises

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