Monday 28 January 2019

A year of writing prompts: January 29

How to use these prompts

Write a story about this dog and/or its owners.



Prompts

  1. On Curmudgeons Day, write about someone who wins a grumpy person around.
  2. "I don't like Mondays."
  3. In 1959, a dense fog covered most of Britain. Write about someone who is lost in the fog.
  4. Today is the Feast of Overdue Expectations. Make of that what you will.
  5. "If a thing is worth having, it is worth cheating for." WC Fields


Character Names
Ignatius, Adel, Ashley, Ashlynn, Ashton, Wilbert, Gaspar, Vilma


Character Traits
  • Can appear arrogant, conceited and scornful.
  • Reckless, relying on strength and brute force to achieve things.
  • Sharp minds with an aptitude for science and maths.
  • May achieve success with a timely contribution but it will be short-lived as they don't have the ability to defend what they have won.
  • Their work could have an effect on future generations.
  • They may write music or produce art, but it will not be understood by their contemporaries, but will stand the test of time.
  • Keen on reforming and expanding but often on disagreeable terms.
  • Fussy, idealistic and headstrong.
  • Able to deal efficiently with the unexpected.
  • Will suffer ups and downs in their careers and in romance.
  • Do well at careers requiring strong argumentative skills. Science or the military are especially likely.
  • May be caught up in violent conflicts. Danger of serious injuries or even receiving a death sentence.
  • Can be obsessive.
  • May regret some of their actions.
  • Talented at riding.


Possible Themes
Mental flexibility.
Reflexes and fighting skill.
Inspiration.
Meeting of minds.
Higher wisdom; sacred texts.
Spiritual awakening.


Objects

A rocket exploding; flowers twined around a sceptre; two bulls fighting; outlines of a new plan.


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