Sunday, March 2, 2008

Writing Prompt

Open your dictionary and choose three words. Any words will do. Write 150 words, including those three words.

Write quickly, don't stop and think about what you're writing, just write whatever comes to mind.


Writing A Checklist


Some of the most popular (and easy to write) articles are "list aticles". Here are some pointers for writing a list article.
1. Start the article with a 1 or 2 paragraph opening that explains what and why the list exists.
2. Include the right number of items in your list. If you have too many the reader might not continue reading, too few, and your article will not have enough "meat". 8 to 12 items is ideal.
3. Conclude the article with a final paragraph reiterating why the reader benefits from the list you have provided.
Examples of list articles include"
1. The top ten ....
2. Eight types of ...
3. Twelve ways to save...
Can you see the possibilities? :)