Creative Writing

I met a lady in the meads, Full beautiful—a faery’s child, Her hair was long, her foot was light, And her eyes were wild. John Keats, La Belle Dame Sans Merci, St. IV Not the most cheerful ballad, (here's a copy), but fascinating fodder for thought. . .

Writing Prompts

Writing Prompt: Isn’t That The Way Love’s Supposed to Be …

February 13, 2009March 4, 2009 Babette James

If you remember'st not the slightest folly That ever love did make thee run into, Thou hast not love'd. Writing Prompt: Naturally, in honor of St. Valentine's Day, write a romantic scene . . .

Writing Prompts

Writing Prompt- The Duel

February 4, 2009February 17, 2009 Babette James

Writing Prompt: What are the men in the photo thinking or what led up to this moment? Is this a friendly match or to settle some dispute? Planned or spontaneous? What senses can you involve in this scene? Photo: DSCF1128Originally uploaded by Outlaw65

Writing Prompts

Writing Prompt: Don’t Look Down

January 28, 2009February 17, 2009 Babette James

Another photo from Flickr. Writing Prompt: Write a scene beginning with dialogue or internal thought- "Don't look down." Photo: Inishmore, Aran Islands, Ireland Originally uploaded by unukorno