What you’ll explore
- Microfiction prompts that build toward longer scenes.
- Poetic forms and playful constraints to stretch phrasing.
- Editing passes for clarity, music, and emotional hit.
Learn to write
Short stories, poetry sprints, and exercises to sharpen your voice and rhythm.
Story beats
Poetry drills
Voice & tone
Starter missions
- Write three 100-word stories that each hinge on a different twist.
- Draft a poem in a strict form (haiku, sonnet, or villanelle), then rewrite it free-form.
- Record yourself reading a paragraph, then trim words until it flows aloud.
Practice notes
Read your work out loud. Trade pieces with friends for line edits, keep a scrap file of cuts, and revisit old drafts to see your growth. Consistency beats inspiration.