The Adventurous Author | How to Write a Book, Character Development, Write with Consistency, Creative Writing,Story Structure 002 // Are Creative Writing Prompts Useless? How Someone Else’s Writing Idea Turned Into an Income-Producing Fantasy Series
Sep 26, 2022
This podcast dives into the surprising power of creative writing prompts, sparked by friends urging the narrator to tackle dragons and cops. It features a thrilling narrative where these seemingly random ideas merge into an engaging fantasy story. The discussion highlights the challenges of crafting unique plots, the tension of dragon encounters, and the evolution of a budding fantasy series. Tune in for a blend of humor, inspiration, and the unexpected magic that can arise from collaboration in storytelling.
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Use Prompts for Inspiration
- Embrace creative writing prompts as potential inspiration for your writing projects.
- Even if reluctant, using prompts can lead to new ideas and income opportunities.
Prompt Ignited a Fantasy Series
- DK Drake initially ignored creative writing prompts, believing her own ideas were sufficient.
- Friends' persistent prompts led her to write a story that sparked a successful fantasy series.
Dragon Types and Abilities
- Dragons’ scales change colors based on their feeding times: midnight, noon, dawn, and dusk.
- Each dragon type has unique abilities like invisibility, teleportation, or breathing fire.