Stories that Mean Something
People ask writers where they get their ideas as though there’s some mysterious process involved. Most of mine com from considerably less impressive circumstances: strange headlines, overheard conversations, questionable human behavior, and an imagination that apparently doesn’t know when to leave things alone. Finding ideas is easy enough. Turning them into finished stories is where thiungs get complicated.
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Every fantasy village seems to have a tavern, even when the entire population could fit around one table. From Tolkien’s Prancing Pony to the familiar starting point to countless tabletop adventures, the fantasy tavern has become practically unavoidable. But why does every important conversation in a fantasy kingdom seem to require a pint?
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Explore the realities of the creative process, from developing ideas and overcoming creative blocks to building habits, managing projects, &finishing work.
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I recently finished a short story that came in at 384 words. At least, I thought of it as a short story while I was writing it. The question only occurred to me afterward, when I had to decide how to publish it here. I …
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In a music shop, Claire discovers an old, worn guitar that evokes memories of lost love and music. Despite its faded exterior, she connects deeply with it, reviving her passion for music. As she plays, the guitar’s rich history intertwines with her own, allowing her to express emotions and find her voice again.
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