"Know your character really well." Continuously, I hear and read this. How do I know my characters really well? I interview them.
Question:
What, in your opinion, is your worst character flaw?
Write for ten minutes, or until you find out what it is.
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
Tickle your imagination - begin a new story - define your character - get unblocked - find your flow - exercise your craft. Write for yourself. Write for your family. Write for publication. If you don't tell your story, who will?
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.
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.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Ask your character 3
"Know your character really well." Continuously, I hear and read this. How do I know my characters really well? I interview them.
Question:
What is inside that trunk in your basement?
Write for ten minutes without stopping. Go with the first thought.
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
Question:
What is inside that trunk in your basement?
Write for ten minutes without stopping. Go with the first thought.
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, May 29, 2012
Ask your character 2
"Know your character really well." Continuously, I hear and read this. How do I know my characters really well? I interview them.
Question:
What is an item you never leave home without?
Free-write until you fill a 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, May 28, 2012
Ask your character 1
"Know your character really well." Continuously, I hear and read this. How do I know my characters really well? I interview them.
Ask your character:
Who was your last lover?
Write for five minutes, go with your first thought.
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
Ask your character:
Who was your last lover?
Write for five minutes, go with your first thought.
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
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