Type one of these prompts into a blank document, and then see where it leads you.
The abandoned asylum tells its secrets at night.
I watched you as you knelt on the floor to look under the bed for me, your eyes blindly blinking in the dark.
Rules for the giveaway:
Respond to either prompt by emailing amandahartmiller@gmail.com by midnight on October 5th on any or all of the first five days of each month to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every day you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
Monday Sept. 18th, 6:30-8 pm: Muse & Craft is a little Zoom oasis for writers, a chance to talk briefly about your project, respond to a writing prompt, and then, if you want to, you can read us a few pages of your work, either what you just wrote or something you’ve brought with you. I’ll give verbal feedback and we’ll use the chat for peer feedback. The session is FREE. I want to keep it small. Please let me know asap if you’re interested (amandahartmiller@gmail.com) so I can save you a spot and send you a link. Writers whom I’ve not yet met must also agree to the writing community rules of etiquette.
Writing to be Read, Muse & Craft–Monday Sept. 18th, 6:30-8:00 pm. Must register 48 hours in advance by emailing amandahartmiller@gmail.com to receive the link and agree to the writing community rules of etiquette.
Do you have stories to tell? This introductory session helps you take the first step from writing… to writing to be read by others. You’ll have a chance to talk about your writing goals and experiences. Then we’ll practice romancing the Muse and discuss first steps toward crafting the Muse’s gifts into something that engages readers who don’t know or already love us. (FREE with 48-hour advance registration via email: amandahartmiller@gmail.com)
Type one of these prompts into a blank document, and then see where it leads you.
The first fistfight broke out in the lunchroom. …
I wanted to love her. I really did. And maybe I might have if…
Rules for the giveaway:
Respond to either prompt by emailing amandahartmiller@gmail.com by midnight on September 5th on any or all of the first five days of each month to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every day you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
Type one of these prompts into a blank document and then see where it leads you.
I kissed _____ for the first time six days before he died.
My ______ was the kind of person who_______. (Example: My mother was the kind of person who judged her friends by the cleanliness of their homes. OR: My neighbor was the kind of guy who mowed our lawn just because, which made me immediately distrust him.)
The Rules
Respond to either prompt by pasting your response into an email to amandahartmiller@gmail.com no later than midnight on September 5th to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every prompt to which you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
Type one of these prompts into a blank document and then see where it leads you.
In the (any season of any year), fear changed my whole world. I suppose it’s no surprise it changed me, too. ….
Her gaze rose from the shopping cart and settled onto my face. “Don’t you ever put PineSol in my cart,” she said. “The Bitch used PineSol.” ….
The Rules
Respond to either prompt by pasting your response into an email to amandahartmiller@gmail.com no later than midnight on September 5th to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every prompt to which you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
On the first 5 days of each month, two creative writing prompts will be posted to:
Facebook (Proof Rock Developmental Editing),
LinkedIn (Amanda Hart Miller)
amandahartmiller.com (subscribe to receive the posts via email)
Respond to either prompt by emailing amandahartmiller@gmail.com on any or all of the first five days of each month to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every day you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
It is always a deep honor to meet a writer within the pages of her work. I look forward to supporting you, your work, and the unique process that will lead you to success.
Please see below for a list of Fall Offerings or check out the “Developmental Editing & Writer’s Contracts” tab for information about one-on-one services.
Muse Challenge Giveaway
On the first 5 days of each month, two creative writing prompts will be posted to:
Facebook (Proof Rock Developmental Editing),
LinkedIn (Amanda Hart Miller)
amandahartmiller.com (subscribe to receive the posts via email)
Email your response to amandahartmiller@gmail.com on any or all of the first five days of each month to be added to a monthly drawing to win $30 toward developmental editing or Fall offerings. You will be entered into the monthly drawing once for every day you respond, up to 5 times per month.
Responses can be very rough and do not need to have a beginning, middle, or end. Try for at least 250 words. Your response should be fiction, memoir, or poetry. I reserve the right to delete and disqualify any responses that contain inappropriate content or do not appear to be in the spirit of creative writing. Response questions about services do not count toward the drawing.
The drawing on the 6th of each month is random, not based on writing quality.
Fall Offerings on Zoom
These offerings cap out at 10 people to provide an interactive, intimate, safe group.
All sessions are hands-on, including discussion and guided practice. In this small learning community, we discuss a specific technique or topic through multiple angles and complete short, related writing challenges to jumpstart your writing. The atmosphere is supportive, fun, and alive with creativity.
For all Zoom sessions, email amandahartmiller@gmail.com to reserve your spot and receive the Zoom link.
Writing to be Read: Muse & Craft Do you have stories to tell? This introductory session helps you take the first step from writing to writing to be read. You’ll have a chance to talk about your writing goals and experiences. Then we’ll practice romancing the Muse and discuss first steps toward crafting the Muse’s gifts into something that engages readers who don’t know or already love us. ($10)
–Monday Sept. 18 6:30-8 pm
–Saturday Oct. 7th 9:30-11 am
Characters Who Desire
Although plot is certainly important, readers engage with active, complex characters who drive the plot forward. ($30)
–Saturday Sept. 30 9:30-11 am
Dialogue: Characters Who Talk Back
Dialogue should sound authentic, show characterization, and move the plot forward. ($30)
–Monday Oct. 30 6:30-8 pm
Avoiding Info Dumps
As writers, we love to convey big chunks of information so readers will understand everything they need to know as the story progresses. As readers, we don’t love this as much. In this session, we’ll park the dumptrucks and embed details into the narration. ($30)
–Saturday Nov. 11 9:30-11 am
Writing Workshop Communities will likely begin in 2024. More information to com
Proof Rock 