Every once in a while I post a writing assignment, just something small to get you writing - or AT LEAST thinking about writing.
One of my favorites is 6 word stories.
The concept is this: try to write 6 words that tell a whole story so that the reader can picture much more than you've said in their minds - the scene, the before, the after, the emotion, etc.
I'll start.
Youngest started kindergarten. Daddy expects nooners.
I love this idea! Here's mine...
Skipped shaving again. Mandatory pants day.
Posted by: The Odd Broad | September 07, 2012 at 10:01 AM
For free: wedding ring. No value.
Posted by: Amy | September 07, 2012 at 10:13 AM
”50 Shades” The Semaphore Version. Someday.
Posted by: Happy | September 07, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Husband's fishing trip, wife dances jig. (True story.)
Posted by: mks | September 07, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Once upon a time. Never happened.
Posted by: Edie | September 07, 2012 at 08:01 PM
New baby in family. baby fever.
Posted by: Mallory | September 07, 2012 at 09:32 PM
This is awesome.
Have eye infection. Seeking pirate patch.
Posted by: ColdBlooded | September 07, 2012 at 10:23 PM
Day trip for tiresome visitors; bliss!
Posted by: Kimberley Battleday | September 08, 2012 at 07:10 AM
Donated blood. No Lorna Doones. Bummed...
Posted by: Anne rogers | September 08, 2012 at 08:04 AM
Stomach tied in knots. Stupid boss.
Posted by: Rose | September 08, 2012 at 11:40 AM
My mom very ill. Nursing her.
Posted by: Jane M | September 08, 2012 at 02:00 PM
Phone in lake. Shit. Big mistake.
I want bonus points for rhyming too!
Posted by: Leanne | September 08, 2012 at 09:16 PM
I know he misses me, too.
Posted by: Sarah | September 08, 2012 at 11:30 PM
Ten month old won't sleep. FUCK.
Posted by: Kez | September 10, 2012 at 02:32 AM
He smiled. We touched. Oh my.
Posted by: CT Mom | September 10, 2012 at 07:27 AM
Panic. Wrong information. Waiting for call.
Posted by: Carol | September 10, 2012 at 09:26 AM
Nooners take the pressure off nighttime!
Posted by: Scandal | September 11, 2012 at 07:17 AM
Too much wine. Big headache today.
Posted by: Beduwen | September 11, 2012 at 12:21 PM
Bible belt life. Hell's sleigh ride.
Posted by: Onlyintheozarks | September 11, 2012 at 05:53 PM
Lizard got inside. Happy cats munch.
Posted by: EvalynnRose | September 17, 2012 at 11:15 PM
"Honey, hand Grandma the Pamprin." Whew!
Posted by: toni in florida | September 23, 2012 at 05:55 AM
Wow! I've never heard 6 word stories before. Thank you for sharing this tip in writing. An effective writing prompt I've been waiting for!
Posted by: literature essay | October 24, 2012 at 03:14 AM