Practice Makes Perfect: Fiction Prompt Group • Last activity 11/Dec

Note: We are now preparing to open this group up again! Our next round starts in early January. The group will accept applications from 6th December.

This is a pop-up group for those seeking to improve their craft over a concentrated period of time, through the process of deliberate practice. We will work on prompts that will force us to examine and practice specific skills with the the goal of challenging ourselves, learning, and becoming better writers. We hope to build a community based on encouragement, kindness, and self-improvement. Hence all feedback will be in the spirit of encouragement. Submissions will be short-form (500 - 1500 words), no need to be a complete story, and prompts will drop on a bi-weekly basis over a period of 8 weeks.

A terrific supplemental group for novice, intermediate or advanced writers looking to hone their skills and level-up their craft in a fun supportive environment. 

Genres

Adult

Short Fiction (Flash Fiction, Literary, upmarket or general, Historical, Low magic/fantasy, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Horror, Other Speculative Fiction, Mystery, Crime, or Thriller, Romance)

Children's

Middle Grade (Contemporary fiction, Historical Fiction, Adventure or Mystery, Low magic/fantasy, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Horror)
Young Adult (Contemporary fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Crime, or Thriller, Low magic/fantasy, Fantasy, Paranormal, Science Fiction, Horror, Romance)

What we're looking for in members

Open to writers of all genres, and all experience levels are welcome and encouraged to join, but check your ego at the door! Must be open-minded and willing to experiment and have fun.

Inactivity Policy

Any inactive members will be removed at the start of the following round, unless they confirm in writing that they intend to take part.