Prompts
For Future Fiction Fun. Top Story - August 2025.
Anne Bernays and Pamela Painter — What if? Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers prompts — The Exercise:Buy a notebook to use for just this one exercise. Then, on a regular basis, perhaps at the beginning of your writing time, or before you go to bed, write for ten to twenty minutes addressing each of the following subjects:* List in detail all the places you have lived - one place per page. (This is a good way to begin because it gives the entire notebook a concrete grounding in time and place.) You might even want to get very specific, say by recounting all the kitchens or bedrooms.* Next, recall if you were happy or unhappy in those places.* Consider your parents' relationship, from their point of view.*List important family members: brothers and sisters, grandparents, uncles and aunts, cousins. What were the dynamics of your nuclear family, your extended family? (Some of these subjects may take several twenty-minute sessions. Leave space for unfinished business.)
By Denise E Lindquistabout a year ago in Writers
The First 100 Words: How to Write Openings That Stop Scrolls Cold
Why Your First 100 Words Can Make or Break You on Vocal Let’s be blunt: no one owes you their attention. In an online world overflowing with short attention spans, TikTok clips, and never-ending scrolls, getting someone to click on your Vocal story is already a victory—but keeping them there is the real battle.
By Muhammad Sabeelabout a year ago in Writers
What If? Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers
Author's Note: These prompts may not be for beginner fiction writers! They sound tough to me. Anne Bernays and Pamela Painter - What if? Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers prompts -The Exercise:This one is in two parts. First experiment with different types of openings for different stories until you feel comfortable with the technique of each. Then see how many ways there are to open one particular story you have in mind. How does the story change when the opening changes from a generalization to a line of dialogue?The Objective:To see how experimenting with several ways of opening your story can lead you to a better understanding of whose story it is, and what the focus of the story will be.
By Denise E Lindquistabout a year ago in Writers
The Youngest Voice in the Silence — How I Wrote 10 Books Before 18. AI-Generated.
When most teenagers are figuring out who they are, I was figuring out how to tell the world my story — and the stories of countless emotions that live inside us. By 18, I had authored 10 books, each carrying a part of me: my thoughts, my poetry, my reflections on peace, and my fascination with the beauty of silence. My latest book, The Silence of Everything, published on March 28, 2025, is more than a title — it’s a philosophy. Silence, to me, is not the absence of words, but the presence of meaning. It is where inspiration is born, where creativity matures, and where stories begin before they are spoken aloud. Winning the Literature Time Award and being nominated for the Global Youth Award were affirmations that my voice matters, even if it is often expressed in whispers on paper rather than loud speeches. But these milestones didn’t come easily. Writing is romanticized, but behind every page there were late nights of editing, countless rounds of formatting, self-doubt that whispered "maybe this isn’t good enough", and the determination to keep going regardless. I’ve learned that being a young author isn’t about how many books you write — it’s about the courage to write them at all. Each book taught me something new: about language, about resilience, and about myself. And though my journey has just begun, I hope my words inspire other young voices to rise, even in the quiet. Because sometimes, it’s in the silence that you hear yourself the clearest.
By Malaika Nawazabout a year ago in Writers
The Mastermind Games: Season 03 Last Episode 03
Snow fell lightly as Isha and Rafiq made their way through the industrial outskirts of the city. The map Clara had unknowingly unlocked had guided them here—to the location of the last AI core. The final node.
By Engr. Mansoor Ahmadabout a year ago in Writers
The Mastermind Games: Season 03 Episode 02
Rain pounded the broken cliffs of Marseille as Clara, Isha, and Rafiq stood soaked, bruised, and breathless. Behind them, smoke curled upward from the destroyed fortress—the last known node of the Mastermind AI.
By Engr. Mansoor Ahmadabout a year ago in Writers
The Mastermind Games: Season 02 Episode 02
Descending the steel staircase beneath the Glass City, the players entered a sterile corridor glowing with cold blue light. It smelled of metal, antiseptic, and something faintly chemical—like memories burned into wire.
By Engr. Mansoor Ahmadabout a year ago in Writers
What It Really Takes to Write a Book. AI-Generated.
People often say… “Wow, you’ve written 10 books!” And yes — it sounds easy when you say it like that. But the truth? It’s not just writing. It’s writing, then editing, then reading it again and realizing it’s still not perfect. It’s formatting pages until your eyes blur. It’s hunting for the right cover design that feels like your story’s soul. It’s learning how to publish when there’s no guidebook. It’s promoting — talking about your book again and again, even when you’re shy. And it’s those quiet moments of self-doubt… when you wonder if anyone will even read it. So yes… I’ve written 10 books. But behind each one is a hundred late nights, a thousand small decisions, and a million whispers telling me to keep going. Because books aren’t just made of words. They’re made of everything it takes to bring them to life.
By Malaika Nawazabout a year ago in Writers
Featured on Suno News: My Journey as the Youngest Author. AI-Generated.
A few days ago… I was featured on Suno News. It was a virtual interview — but the excitement felt real. I logged in, camera on, a little nervous smile on my face. They introduced me as the youngest author… and in that moment, all the years I’ve spent writing flashed before me. We talked about my books — how I started, the challenges, and the stories behind each one. From my first poems to “The Silence of Everything,” and how writing became more than just a passion… it became my identity. The host asked about my journey, and I shared how every page I’ve written carries a piece of me — my thoughts, my dreams, my silences. When the interview ended, I leaned back in my chair and smiled. Because even though it was virtual, the connection, the recognition, and the chance to inspire others felt so real. Being on Suno News wasn’t just another interview… it was a reminder that my journey as an author is only just beginning.
By Malaika Nawazabout a year ago in Writers
ViM's Bulletin Board
We've been busy behind the scenes at ViM. Running here and there. Signing papers for this place, taking pictures for that one. Packing bags and loading boxes. While I'm preparing for a move into a new-to-me house on the other side of town, Celia and River are dealing with the stress of traveling to a different country. Plus the animals. Both of us, ViM admins, were blessed with a love for our furbabies, so of course, we have to include them in our plans.
By Mother Combsabout a year ago in Writers
I Won the Global Recognition Award – Here's What It Means to Me. AI-Generated.
A few months ago, I was just a young girl with a pen, a blank page, and dreams louder than the world around me. Today, I’m proud to say that I’ve been awarded the Global Recognition Award — and I’m still letting that sink in. This isn’t just a trophy or a title. It’s a reflection of years of sleepless nights, writing when the world was quiet, and choosing passion over popularity. As the youngest author from Pakistan with 10 books published before the age of 18, I’ve learned that age doesn’t limit impact — silence can speak volumes if you write it right. Winning this award means my words mattered. My stories, poems, and thoughts reached beyond borders. It’s proof that what starts from a single sentence can echo globally. To every young writer reading this: Don’t wait for permission. Share your voice, even when it shakes. The world is listening — and one day, it might just award you for being you. Thank you, Global Recognition Awards, for seeing my light. I promise to keep writing — louder, bolder, freer.
By Malaika Nawazabout a year ago in Writers
