Come for the Mysteries. Stay for the Characters.
The county fair wrapped up recently in my part of the Buckeye State, so when I scrolled onto this photo, I was intrigued. The young man is upset and thinking something over. What’s the plot behind this face? The music blaring from the speakers on the midway grows faint as I watch them. Tyler is… Continue Reading →
This month’s prompts are all about plot, the story component I have the most trouble with. If you have that problem too, I hope these photo prompts will inspire you. I almost passed by the photo I’m using today because it seemed so ordinary. But that’s what fired my imagination. What’s the plot for this… Continue Reading →
What’s the plot for this scene? What drama can you add to two people out on a trail ride? Below is my inspiration. The top arc of the sun just clears the horizon as we trot down the deserted country lane. A woodpecker drums on the snag of a dead ash. Dad hasn’t said a… Continue Reading →
These prompts for NaNoWriMo will spark your inspiration if you are stuck developing plot points. Let the setting suggest plots twists. My stories are set in rural Ohio where cell reception can run from good to nonexistent. That fact can lead to all sorts of trouble for my characters. Let characters’ personalities suggest plot twists…. Continue Reading →
What’s the plot for this scifi scene? There’s so much going on. Here’s my inspiration. “No, no, no!” shouted Commander Zaeron. “We’ve entered the atmosphere, Cadet!” He shoved Cadet Plsae out of the pilot’s seat. With the cadet screaming as the land rushed toward them on the main view screen, Commander Zaeron slapped at touch… Continue Reading →
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