by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Like story prompts based on images, adaptations are also great practice for getting the creative juices flowing! So, we decided to present an interesting challenge […]
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Amazing Books by Indigenous Authors
Posted onby WB Intern, Deborah Darden Warrior. Healer. These are only two of many words that could be used to describe the Indigenous tribes who first called America home. Their beautiful […]
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Witches, Ghouls, & Ghosts… Oh My!
Posted onby WB Intern, Deborah Darden Halloween is, literally, right around the corner and we all know what means. Sure, it’s the perfect time to don your most creative costume and […]
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Autumn Prompts to Spike Your Creativity
Posted onby WB Intern, Deborah Darden Autumn is finally here! For many of us, that means cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice lattes, and the beginning of cozy nights by the fire. To […]
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Picture This, Write That
Posted onby WB Intern, Deborah Darden Oftentimes as writers, it can be difficult to decide what exactly to write about. After all, everything we experience in our daily lives can be […]
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Book Review: THE PRINCE by Dinitia Smith
Posted onBy Writing Barn Intern Arub Butt Summary (courtesy of Simon & Schuster): A modern retelling of The Golden Bowl by Henry James for fans of Sally Rooney and Kate Atkinson. From their […]
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What Are We Reading?
Posted onIf you’ve been searching for your next read, look no further! The team at the Writing Barn share what they’re currently reading to inspire your next bookstore trip. Play It […]
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Indigenous Writers to Read and Celebrate
Posted onBy: Writing Barn Intern Katarina Rodriguez It’s Native American Heritage month, and to celebrate, we’re highlighting some incredible Indigenous writers. From authors to poets, here’s a list you absolutely have […]
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Fall Writing Prompts to Get You Out of Your Comfort Zone
Posted onBy Writing Barn Intern Katarina Rodriguez Ah… The Autumn Equinox, AKA the first official day of Fall, is upon us! Don’t we all just love the season of pumpkin spiced […]
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Character Agency in Horror Fiction – A Vlog by WB Teaching Artist Madison Estes
Posted onWriters! Today we have a special craft talk vlog post that comes to you from Writing Barn Teaching Artist, Madison Estes. Madison Estes has had her horror fiction published widely […]
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