Primary – April 2

Hans Christian Andersen was born on this date in 1805. His birthday is commemorated as International Children’s Book Day. Explain why your favorite story is so important to you.

Literary – April 1

“When you want to fool the world, tell the truth.” -Otto von Bismarck, born this date in 1815. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which circumstances conspire to prevent your protagonist from...

Big Questions – April 1

What’s the worst experience you’ve had in an intoxicated state? Journaling prompt: Spend 15-20 minutes writing your answer in the spirit of exploring yourself and the world around you. If you can...

Journaling + Fiction – April 1

“There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.”Edith Wharton Journal prompt: Spend at least 20 minutes writing about an opportunity you could seize right...

Romance – April 1

“Happiness is the longing for repetition.” -Milan Kundera, born this date in 1929. Writing prompt: Write a scene demonstrating your protagonist’s drive to repeat something bad because...

Mystery – April 1

“So much harm comes into this world when the wrong thing is said. But that’s nothing compared to the pain from what goes unsaid.” -Brad Meltzer, born this date in 1970. Writing prompt: Write a scene in...

SciFi/Fantasy – April 1

“Make no judgements where you have no compassion.” -Anne McCaffrey, born this date in 1926. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist is judged without compassion by someone with...