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Writing Down The Bones Deck #17
Hi guys, It has been a while since I completed one of these card prompts. This post series has been inspired by Denise E Lindquist. I never would have known about this deck of cards if it wasn't for her. So thank you Denise for sharing this lovely deck of cards with all of us on Vocal. I definitely have been putting this card off.
By Chloe Unfilteredabout a year ago in Writers
The Empty Chair
In a bustling town, there was a small café where an old man sat every morning at the same table by the window. Beside him was always an empty chair. People often wondered why he never let anyone sit there.
By Albert Eliasabout a year ago in Writers
Why Do I Feel Lonely In A Crowd?
While I was scrolling through a social media app, my attention was caught by a video of someone talking about a deep meaning, saying, “The most intense form of loneliness is the loneliness in the crowd.”
By Manalabout a year ago in Writers
Zipho Memela Shares why Blogging Still Beats Social Media for Building Real Wealth in 2025. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Here’s a statistic that caught my attention recently: 600 million active blogs exist today, yet only 14% of bloggers create content longer than 2,000 words. This gap represents a massive opportunity for anyone serious about building sustainable online income.
By Kin Mancookabout a year ago in Writers
How Automation is Changing the Modern Workplace
If you’ve ever dreamed of a world where spreadsheets magically update themselves, emails respond on their own, and coffee refills without judgment, congratulations—automation is making your dreams come true. The modern workplace is being reshaped by technology faster than you can say “artificial intelligence,” and it’s both exciting and, let’s be honest, a little intimidating.
By Katina Banksabout a year ago in Writers
Tips and Tricks for Vocal Media Writers
Every writer has a voice—but on Vocal, the challenge is making it heard. Your words deserve an audience; the secret lies in how you share them.
By Zakir Ullahabout a year ago in Writers
My book is out, what now?
Trying to get your book out into the world has to be one of the most challenging things I have come across. Honestly, I thought everything would be easy after my book was published. Being a writer is the easiest part when it comes to coming up with a story, typing it, doing the research yourself, and then just sending it off to the publicist.
By stephanie borgesabout a year ago in Writers
Poppy's Prompts #13 | Results
Thank you so much to everyone who took part in and supported Poppy's Prompts #13! If you missed it, you can check it out here .
By Poppy about a year ago in Writers
Trusting Your Gut in Writing Competitions
When entering writing competitions, your gut often knows the story better than you do. That's been my experience taking part in a few competitions outside of Vocal - and it's a lesson worth sharing.
By Paul Stewartabout a year ago in Writers
🔥 The Hidden Storm Behind My Smile
They name me Golden retriever, A ray of endless sunshine, “Sweetheart” and “dear,” With laughter like music, And kindness that flows like water. But what they don’t see Beneath this polished glow Is something restless, Coiled tight beneath my skin. A golden serpent shifting, A storm trapped inside a teacup, Silent yet fierce, Ready to strike. At times I burn like the sun, Radiance spilling everywhere, Painting skies in fierce colours, Crackling with intensity. Yet manners bind me, Soft words restrain me, Social graces cage the storm, Politeness locking the beast away. But today, She pushes at the edges— A wild force Unwilling to bow To pompous men in perfect suits, Whose arrogance Is buttoned into their ties. Their pride falters, Their voices dry, As they kneel to the weight Of their own illusions. It is not weakness that binds me— My teeth ache to snap, My patience burns low. But still, I wear the mask: Gentle. Pleasant. Smiling for the world. Yet inside, The storm scratches at my ribs, Begging to be freed. And on days like this, I ache to let her out.
By Mirwais Hashamiabout a year ago in Writers
Crafting Fantasy Maps:
“Maps don’t just show us where we’re going — they tell us who we are.” If you write fantasy, sooner or later, you’re going to face The Map Question: do you make one? And if you do, how detailed should it be? Do you go full Tolkien with mountain ranges, rivers, and ancient trade routes, or do you sketch out a vague coastline and hope nobody asks how long it takes your characters to cross the continent?
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers
Writing as Escapism:
“We read to know we’re not alone. We write to create places where we never have to be.” Let’s be honest: most of us didn’t start writing because we thought we’d get rich or famous (though hey, I’m not saying no to a Netflix deal). We started because the real world was too much — or too little — and we needed somewhere else to go. Somewhere better. Somewhere we could control.
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers