Writing Prompt Archives - Lucille Yates

A Writing Prompt: Underneath the Floorboards

January 28, 2020January 28, 2020 Lucille Yates 1 Comment

Timothy was not in a hurry. He was never in a hurry. He made it his life’s mission to never rush to do anything. This was not the impression others had of him. His clothes were always clean and pressed. Lunch was never forgotten at home. Timothy was predictable. Timothy is always early. Until the day he wasn’t.

Jane was Timothy’s closest friend and co-worker. In the office, they sat side by side and were perpetual teammates on projects. And Tuesday, Timothy was late.

Listening and Learning: Writing Excuses 10.5

November 25, 2019January 25, 2020 Lucille Yates 1 Comment

Personal, Personal Development, Progress Update, Story, Writing Prompt

Compared to the last assignment, I found this one rather simple. I had no reservations about plunging into the homework. So, let’s get right to it.

Listening and Learning: Writing Excuses 10.2

October 7, 2019January 25, 2020 Lucille Yates 5 Comments

Encouragement, Personal, Personal Development, Progress Update, Writing Prompt

As I went through and combined stories, changed ideas, and moved things around I came to one solid conclusion. Idea #1 is my least favorite. Goodbye housewife story.

Listening and Learning: Writing Excuses 10.1

September 29, 2019January 25, 2020 Lucille Yates 3 Comments

Encouragement, Personal Development, Story, Writing Prompt

I have decided to do the homework. I never really jumped on the writing prompts as I am always working on my own thing, unless the prompts spoke to me. But when I think about it, working on a prompt would only help me, but where would I find the time? Now I’m making the time and I want to share it with you. Because the homework will make me a better writer.

Maggie’s Broken Shop

March 20, 2019 Lucille Yates No Comments

Story, Writing Prompt

Racks of teas and herbs lay in heaps on the floor. Crystals and statues that once shined on the shelves against the back wall were shattered. Books were thrown all about the room. Tears threatened to fall.

Cat/Fish Writing Prompt

March 17, 2018 Lucille Yates 1 Comment

Story, Writing Prompt

EDIT: It has come to my attention that I spelled window sill wrong. In the piece below I spell it window seal. Spelling isn’t my strong suit. I’m also southern, so seal and sill sound the same coming out of my mouth. While I like to say I don’t want anyone correcting my spelling, I … Read More “Cat/Fish Writing Prompt” »