What’s something you would like to see invented that would make your life easier? To all you writers, tinkers, and theorists out there: have you ever had a moment where you had the perfect phrasing for a story, essay, or any other project of yours and yet you couldn’t get that phrasing down because youContinue reading “Writing Prompt: New Invention”
Author Archives: Nikki
What Do You See in a Storm?
A couple weeks ago, I had the honor of watching a storm on the horizon while I drove to work. It was dark enough that morning that I didn’t even realize it was a storm until lightning flashed through the clouds. Now, I LOVE storms. I love the pouring rain, the ground-quaking thunder, the darkContinue reading “What Do You See in a Storm?”
Nothing Scarier…
All through childhood and even today, one of my favorite sayings is that “nothing is scarier than a blank piece of paper.” Now, I should probably add on “for a writer” at the beginning or end of it because let’s be real, there are some incredibly scary things out there (like ticks…and other bugs). So,Continue reading “Nothing Scarier…”
Finch Among Starlings
Do you ever feel out of place? Like you don’t belong in a crowd of people? Or a group of friends? Or even your own family? Be assured that you’re not the only one. I’m an introvert. I’m the quiet one, the one who won’t speak up unless you talk to me first. Kinda likeContinue reading “Finch Among Starlings”
Zombies and the Witch
I don’t know about you, but I can get some pretty vivid dreams while laying in bed at night. I think they’re pretty cool, exciting, and adventurous. Some of them I’ve even written down because they’d make great novels someday. If you don’t mind, I would love to share one pretty vivid and actiony dreamContinue reading “Zombies and the Witch”
Morning in the Pines
A humble, wooden bench sitting in the woods.It leans from age and the stress of the weather,but it won’t fall. Its as strong as ever.A path runs beside it, so muddy and murky,that no one comes near it, for their shoes will get dirty.Even forgotten, the bench is not alone,for the nature around it remindsContinue reading “Morning in the Pines”
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter weekend to everyone! May your days be bright and full of joy! May you spend time with family and enjoy the little things!May you find new beginnings and have many victories!May you be blessed with faith, hope, and love,And all your favorite candy! May God bless you and keep you and may HisContinue reading “Happy Easter!”
Shadows Dance
Shadows dance with the quiet soft breeze.No boundaries to hold them, every one free.In deeper depths, the shades grow dark.Creeping into the cracks of the heart.Only one fear keeps them at bay,only one thing keeps the monsters away.When the darkness grows strongand it sings its enticing song.When your head screams to run and your heartContinue reading “Shadows Dance”
Writing Prompt: Caught in the Rain
Include the following in your story: Las Vegas, radiology, etch, funeral, textile, sweep, muslin, wholesale, wildlife, English. A terrible day made worse by the rain. Piper let out a heavy sigh. Rain rolled down her neck as she stood at the bus stop. Her clothes were soaked and she shivered from the cold. She wasn’tContinue reading “Writing Prompt: Caught in the Rain”
Favorite Villain
Everyone has their favorite villain. Be it from a book, a movie, a show, a video game. Maybe you have multiple favorite villains? Different categories that your favorite villains fall into? Favorite Marvel villain. Favorite Disney Villain. Favorite misguided villain. Storybook villain. Cartoon Villain. Or a simple favorite villain that just wants to see theContinue reading “Favorite Villain”
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