Writing Exercises

Are you running out of writing exercise ideas? You've come to the right blog.
I believe, writing - or any other art form - takes practice. Some of us write morning pages, some keep diaries, some write a hundred drafts, others "keep in shape" with writing exercises.
Personally, I prefer writing exercises and am always looking for new ideas. Surely - I assume - I can't be the only writer out there, searching for fresh stimulation. That is why I designed this blog, to share my "starters" with you.
So, plant your butt on a chair and start writing. Better yet sign up and receive my new writing exercise postings via email.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Renovations 3

Choose from your home:

- picture
- carpet
- curtain
- bed spread
- towel
- tapestry
- dishes


Describe, in great detail, the chosen item, including exact description of colors and patterns. Then change one thing you would if you could....

Write for fifteen minutes without stopping and see what new and improved item you will end up with.


For more information about writing exercises, myself or what else I am up to, visit my website: http://www.verenaberger.com/sidelink%20writing%20exercises/writing_exercises.htm

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Renovations 2

SELLING

Choose one:
- Cabinets
- Carpets
- Hardwood flooring
- Plumbing
- Roofing
- Lighting
- Siding
- Doors/Windows


You are a sales person and are pitching a product to your customer. Convince him/her to order the most expensive item in your store. If you know nothing about the above items, fake it!

Write for ten minutes without stopping, or at least fill one page.


For more information about writing exercises, myself or what else I am up to, visit my website: http://www.verenaberger.com/sidelink%20writing%20exercises/writing_exercises.htm

Monday, July 9, 2012

Renovations 1

This week's theme is renos. Most of us have done them.


Write about your last renovation in your home. Was it the kitchen, the bathroom, the living room? Did it take twice as long to complete and did it cost you double from what you budgeted?


Write without stopping, fill one page.  Feel free to use this exercise as a rant.


For more information about writing exercises, myself or what else I am up to, visit my website: http://www.verenaberger.com/sidelink%20writing%20exercises/writing_exercises.htm

Friday, July 6, 2012

Leonardo 5

From the notebook of Leonardo:
When Fortune comes, seize her firmly at the forelock, for I tell you, she is bald at the back.


When was the last time Fortune bit you in the back?  Write for fifteen minutes.


For more information about writing exercises, myself or what else I am up to, visit my website: http://www.verenaberger.com/sidelink%20writing%20exercises/writing_exercises.htm