Get Your Words Out!

One of your characters receives an award. What is it and what was it awarded for? #writingprompt

All right, friends, we've officially hit three weeks into GYWO's YEM, which is usually where people struggle the most. What is your go to method to get yourself going when you just don't feel like writing?

Write a story inspired by the first three songs that come up when you hit shuffle. #writingprompt

A sandy wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean.

A bridge covered in snow.

This week's Year-End Marathon challenge is a PROMPT! Here are two photos representing summer and winter. Incorporate one or both photos into your story, through setting or mood/vibes. Quote or reply with a snippet if you like!

(Photos by Chris Galbraith and Filip Bunkens on Unsplash)

Write a character introducing themselves by their new name for the first time. #writingpromt

Sometimes I wonder if our many years of jokes about writers hating writing and doing anything but writing, etc, have convinced people that the writing part is the hurdle and the goal is just to have a thing in hand. But I am here to tell you: the writing is the best part. The act is the thing.

All right, now that we’re a week into November, even the pantsers should have SOME idea what they’re doing. 🤔 Discuss: what point of view are you writing? First, second, third? Why did you choose it?

Set a scene on a snowy beach. #writingprompt

Today is the LAST DAY to officially sign up for GYWO's Year End Marathon! If you have any questions after reading the guidelines, we've got answers, so feel free to ask.

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one difficult thing with being a writer, especially one working on stuff you're releasing yourself or with minimal editorial guidance is: when are you done writing? when is it ready to release? to address that, I've developed a consistent editorial practice for myself. it looks like this:

Last day to check-in for October! Report your YTD progress!
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GYWO Check-In, October. Oct 30 - Nov 5.

Time to check-in for October! Report your YTD progress by Oct 5.
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Write a story that starts in a church closet. #writingprompt

Don't forget to check-in for October! Report your YTD progress by Oct 5.
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Time to check-in for October! Report your YTD progress by Oct 5.
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Happy November 1st, day one of #GYWOYEM! Let’s start with the basics. What does your main character want, and what’s stopping them from getting it? If you don’t know, start a timer for 10 minutes and start writing from their POV with the question in mind.

GYWO Check-In, October. Oct 30 - Nov 5.

Time to check-in for October! Report your YTD progress by Oct 5.
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Starting now: write 250 words on a new story. #writingprompt

Or, if you already know the drill and are ready to sign up, go directly to the form here: forms.gle/FRWr4HchZG62...

This is NOT the last day to sign up (sign ups end November 7th for all you procrastinators!), but it IS the last day before GYWO's Year-End Marathon begins! Need an extra writing boost over the holidays? We've got you! Come read all the info and join! getyourwordsout.dreamwidth.org/914471.html

congratulations!!! 🎉 🎉 🎉

GYWO Check-In, October. Oct 30 - Nov 5.

The October Check-In is now open! Report your YTD progress by Oct 5.
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Your character finds an eldritch puzzle box in the attic. #writingprompt

If you've already pledged for the Year-End Marathon, which pledge did you choose and why? 👀 There are definitely pros and cons to each pledge, word count or habit, so tell us how you made your decision!

We're just a week away from the start of the Get Your Words Out Year-End Marathon! EVERYONE is welcome to join, and we have two pledge levels to support your writing through to the end of the year. Come join us! getyourwordsout.dreamwidth.org/914471.html

A figure from a character's past enters their life again. Why have they been absent from the character's life? Why have they suddenly come back? #writingprompt

In 500 words, write the final entry of a captain's log in a horror story. (You can decide the setting.) How much of the story can you tell in this short space? #writingprompt

The marathon runs from November 1st to December 31st. It's a notoriously difficult time to stay consistent with writing, so you have two pledge options: 15,000 words per month (30k total) or 15 days per month (30 days total). End the year with a bang and with community support!

IT'S HERE! The new, revamped GYWO Year-End Marathon sign ups are open! This year we'll have activities here on Bluesky, on Dreamwidth, and Discord! This is open to EVERYONE, both existing GYWO members and non-members, so invite your friends! getyourwordsout.dreamwidth.org/914471.html

A gray cat with a bell collar sitting on top of a grave stone in a graveyard.

Write a story inspired by the picture. Reply with a sentence from the story! [Photo by Edward Howell on Unsplash] #writingprompt