People sometimes ask me how I come up with ideas for stories. My response is that I have more ideas than I have time to write about. An overheard conversation, a feature on the news, even a random comment can trigger all sorts of possibilities.
And let’s not forget art. Or photographs. Or songs. They all trigger ideas in a writer’s mind.
I had some high school friends who were (and are) extremely witty. They were the kings of one-liners, and their sense of humor and way with words improved with age. (Yes, Alex and Chuck, I’m talking about you.) I have friends who are talented poets, others who write wonderful fictional and others who, although they don’t write, have a way of saying things that is unique.
So, for all you creative types, go to my Pam Harris, author Facebook page and look for this photo. In the comments, write a one-sentence beginning, ending, or middle to a story prompted by the acrylic painting above. It can be serious, funny, poetic, whatever you’d like.
I’m looking forward to reading your responses!
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