The Daily Special

Summary

The website provides poetry and fiction writing prompts for October 12th, inviting writers to explore themes of promises and unexpected discoveries.

Abstract

The Daily Special for October 12th features creative writing prompts for both poetry and fiction enthusiasts. The poetry prompt challenges writers to compose a poem about a promise, which could involve various perspectives and relationships. There are no restrictions on form or length, encouraging writers to express their creativity freely. The fiction prompt presents a scenario where a person walking their dog stumbles upon a mysterious gate in an unfamiliar neighborhood, prompting the writer to imagine what lies beyond. The word limit for the fiction piece is set at 1000 words, with the only restriction being the word count itself. Writers are encouraged to interpret these prompts broadly and to also consider the site's monthly theme in their work.

Opinions

The prompts are designed to inspire creativity without imposing strict limitations, as evidenced by the lack of form and length restrictions for the poetry prompt and minimal restrictions for the fiction prompt.
The inclusion of a visual element (a photograph by Tim Foster) may serve as an additional source of inspiration for writers engaging with the prompts.
The editor, Ravyne Hawke, seems to emphasize the importance of timely writing and enjoying the process, suggesting that these prompts are part of a larger effort to foster a community of active and inspired writers.
The reference to a "Monthly Theme" indicates an ongoing effort to provide writers with a cohesive and structured approach to their craft, potentially offering a sense of continuity and community focus.

Poetry and Fiction prompts

Today’s Poetry prompt

Write a “promise” poem. It could be a promise you keep, or one someone asks you to keep. It could be a promise you make to your future self, or a child, a parent? Let’s see what your imagination can come up with!

Poetry Form — Any Word Length — Any Restrictions — None

Today’s Fiction prompt

You are out for a walk with your dog in an unfamiliar neighborhood. The dog starts sniffing around an area and won’t let it go. You search to figure out what has the dog’s attention and come across a large, wooden gate hidden behind ivy and bushes. You dare to open the gate. What do you find?

Word Length — up to 1000 words Restrictions — just the word length

‘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, Editor

The Daily Special — Oct 12th

Poetry and Fiction prompts