The Daily Special

Summary

The website content outlines a special December schedule for writing prompts at PW, focusing on alternating days of fiction and poetry, with flexibility for writers to use prompts interchangeably and a monthly theme to consider.

Abstract

Prose and Poetry Writing (PW) is introducing a new format for December, where writers are encouraged to engage with daily prompts that alternate between fiction and poetry. Specifically, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday are designated for fiction writing, while Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday are for poetry. Each week begins with a "Weekly Special" prompt on Monday, but the usual "Weekend Challenge" will be paused for the month. Writers are free to interpret prompts creatively, using fiction prompts for poetry and vice versa. The first poetry prompt invites writers to compose a 'shut-in' poem, exploring themes of isolation and internal reflection, with the option to write a short story on the same theme. The form and line length for the poetry are open, but writers are challenged to incorporate a restriction that will pose a significant problem, enhancing the creative process. The emphasis is on prompt writing and enjoyment, with a nod to the overarching monthly theme.

Opinions

The PW platform is embracing a flexible approach to writing prompts, encouraging writers to think outside the box.
The editor-in-chief, Ravyne Hawke, appears to value creativity and variety in writing, as indicated by the interchangeable use of prompts and the introduction of challenges.
There is an emphasis on the enjoyment of writing, suggesting that the PW community values the writing experience as much as the final product.
The restriction in the poetry prompt is seen as a mechanism to challenge writers and stimulate their problem-solving skills within their creative writing.
The monthly theme is an important aspect of the PW writing experience, likely providing a unifying element to the diverse pieces produced by the community.

Poetry Prompt

Welcome to the month of December, PW writers and readers! Things are going to be a bit different around here this month. Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sun will all be fiction! Tues, Thurs, and Sat will all be poetry! There will be a Weekly Special posted every Monday, but there will not be a Weekend Challenge this month. What is going to make December fun is that you may use fiction prompts to write poetry and poetry prompts to write fiction! Or, use the prompts as is. Let’s get on with the prompting, shall we?

Today’s Poetry prompt

Write a ‘shut-in’ poem. Why are you shut-in? Do you want to be? What’s preventing you from going outside? Or, maybe you are only shut inside your own mind?

If you’d like, you may write a story up to 500 words based on this theme.

Poetry Form — any Line Length — any Restrictions — This will cause you a serious problem.

‘Restrictions’ are to challenge you as a writer. However, with everything else here at PW, use these prompts in any way that allows the creative juices to flow.

Write promptly and enjoy! And don’t forget about the Monthly Theme!

Ravyne Hawke, EIC

WRITING PROMPTS

The Daily Special — Dec 2nd

Poetry Prompt