Techniques for Generating Ideas

Plus, a new writing prompt.

The blank page can be intimidating without a sense of what’s next. I’m sure you’ve heard of things like brainstorming and bubbles, but it’s important to remember that these techniques can be used at the start of a project or within the project. What do I mean?

Let’s say you’re writing a novel. You have an impressive opening that you’re thrilled about. The first 30 pages are full of compelling characters, witty dialogue, and diabolical plot twists. But you hit page 31 and crickets. Where did all the energy go?