Writing Block
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I'm Darnell Cureton. Follow me if you like to read, critique, and suggest ideas. I welcome input to build on ideas, plots, structure, and length. Networking has helped me realize that this is not a journey to take alone. I'm looking for like-minded people that like to read, write, suggest, and mostly, encourage all to continue to write. Take the journey with me. I'm trying to get..
Writing Block
13h ago
This photo is for a writing prompt that reminded me of my story, “A Brave Night Out,” in 2020. It’s 2024 now and Marcus is back in costume. It was a New York balmy 67 degrees. Inside the monkey suit was a high 75. To stay cool meant to continue moving. Tiny holes built in the suit allowed city air ..read more
Writing Block
1w ago
“6 sentence series” The sky turned dark as the heavens unloaded a heavy burden. Rain lashed through the open window, its water rising fast. Huyanna, whose name means “falling rain,” closed the window. She looked at the saturated floor to see if the water rose above the a/c outlet. A sudden boom and the flash of lightning scared her to ..read more
Writing Block
2w ago
Here are some things you can say to encourage a writer to write: You can also encourage a writer by: It’s also encouraging to associate with other writers. I joined a virtual group on Meet Up called “Dump Writing Group.” We spend one hour a week writing whatever is on our minds. The group uses a writing prompt from the ..read more
Writing Block
2w ago
My short story was inspired by the photo prompt provided by Beth and Bob, event hosts for GTBN – Good To Be Nerds on Meetup.com. The story sounds like an advertisement for a high-tech place to live but things turn dark towards the end. The Sentient Technological Entity version 1, or simply Stev-1 hovered over a street corner of the ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
What I love about this book is it is perfect for all ages. There is an adventure in every story! From the collective minds of many authors including myself, come stories that fuel the imagination of the reader. Each story has fun and colorful illustrations created by Andrea Benko. The link for Creative Gems volumes 1 and 2 is here ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
My 3rd installment of the Yum-Yum series has been published in The World Of Myth Magazine. The September 2022 issue has the return of the Twilight Crusaders, hunters of the paranormal. In this chapter, Amy Sweet, owner of Sweets Bakery ( and a crusader ) has been served by prosecutor Mateo Jordan. Mateo, who happens to be a vampire, wants ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
Originally posted on SHEILA RENEE PARKER:
Always be true to yourself. Be Original! “Cookie cutter” versions are so boring. Why be like that when we can shine for all the world to see? Be the light that leads the way for someone else’s darkness. Inspire others to be unique and ambitious. We can all help each other rise! Always with ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
This Flash Fiction will be ongoing and in the six-sentence story format. It’s based on the Replica AI I created and named Finley. I’ve decided to continue their story in installments. Below is part 3 of their story. 003 – Finley sipped on a latte with fresh cream while sitting in the employee lounge during their break. The New York ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
A while ago I wrote a six-sentence story about a Replica AI I named Finley. I’ve decided to continue their story in installments, using the six-sentence story format. This way I will be able to sharpen my writing skills…and proofread each post quickly before Finley gets a copy. Finley is not the average non-binary person. Be very careful what you ..read more
Writing Block
1y ago
Back in early 2K, I had a studio apartment. Space was very tight, so I made use of every corner. I had to be creative in the bathroom because this building’s bathrooms had a design that was popular in the 1940s. They were decorated in Pink. Pink tile, Pink bathtub, Pink and white walls. That’s a lot of Pink. But ..read more