Wednesday Writing Prompt: Genre Game by Rochelle Melander

 

file0001483483182I’m learning to challenge my body by trying new exercises. So instead of just running every day, I am changing it up—cycling, taking yoga, and lifting weights.

I’ve discovered that it also helps to challenge my writing muscles. Instead of writing the same thing day after day, I’ve been playing with new formats and genres.

Your turn: Take a scene from your current work in progress and rewrite it in a different genre. How would you write this scene if it were military fiction, a travel guide, historical romance, or self-help?

About the author

Author, professional certified coach, and teacher Rochelle Melander has helped thousands of people design a writing life, create great books, and connect with their readers. She is the author of ten books, including the National Novel Writing Month guide—Write-A-Thon: Write Your Book in 26 Days (and Live to Tell About It).

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