Old dogs, McDonald's Breakfast Burritos, & nonsensical contradictions make for more intriguing characters in stories & IRL. Writing prompts.

The neighborhood is a great source of info and inspiration for writers and otherwise. That’s the gist of this blog. But...

Overhearing snips of people's conversations, like this one, can generate many story ideas. Writing prompts.

A person's library reveals a lot about them and what they're interested in, so what's your character reading? Try these quick questions

Writers must really know their characters and use intentional details about them in their writing for readers to latch on and relate to.

Does your character make her bed in the morning? Every little thing you know about her contributes to the bigger picture.

What does your main character desperately want to control, but can't? Story Writing Prompts. Character development. Plot development.

First jobs provide glimpses into the way the real world works, so give your main character a first job.

I remember the typewriter most of all because: I saved for it; I LOVED IT & took it everywhere; & it made me feel like a real writer.

Here are my hospital-inspired ideas composed into a little order so they don't sound too crazy... but they still will. Writing prompts.