Writers are inspired by many things, not least of all: other writers and artists.
This week I saw a blurb for a new book called “How Georgia Became O’Keefe“. [1. Isn’t that a great title?]
And it immediately suggested this week’s prompt:
Becoming “X”
(where “X” stands for an artist or author)
The Prompt
Write a story featuring an author you admire (or hate) and how they became an artist, or how a moment in their life sparked their definitive work (this can be completely made up. No need to do any research. Just use your imagination.
Other options:
- Create a fictional encounter between the author and your main character
- Write a fictionalized “autobiography” or diary entry by the author,
- Go the “Possession” route and have your characters researching the artistic development of a writer and having their own adventure along the way.
The Rules:
1. You should use the prompt in your story (however tenuous the connection).
2. You must write the story in one 24 hr period – the faster the better.
3. Post the story in the comments — if you’re brave enough.
4. Find something nice to say about someone else’s story and leave a comment. Everybody needs a little support!
Optional Extras:
Share this challenge on Twitter or Facebook
Some tweets/updates you might use:
Don’t miss my short story: Portrait of the Artist #WriteOnWed #storyaday http://wp.me/p1PnSG-yu
This week’s #WriteOnWed short story prompt is a chance to ‘meet’ your fave author #storyaday http://wp.me/p1PnSG-yu
Come and write with us! #WriteOnWed #storyaday http://wp.me/p1PnSG-yu
See my story – and write your own, today: Portrait of the Artist #WriteOnWed #storyaday http://wp.me/p1PnSG-yu