Writing Prompt Wednesdays: Writing Exercise: Shush

Writing Prompt Wednesdays: Shush

Welcome to “Writing Prompt Wednesdays,” a haven where your imagination can roam free in the realms of speculative fiction. As we embark on this weekly journey, it’s thrilling to think about the untold stories waiting to be penned in the domains of horror, science fiction, and fantasy. Whether you’re a seasoned author or a budding wordsmith, these prompts are your gateway to unexplored worlds and untapped potentials.

Every Wednesday, we’ll serve up a fresh, thought-provoking prompt designed to ignite your creative spark and challenge your storytelling prowess. Think of these prompts as a key, unlocking the doors to uncharted territories where your creativity is the only limit. From eerie, shadow-laden corridors of Gothic horror to the farthest reaches of interstellar space, and the mystical depths of high fantasy, our prompts are a kaleidoscope of possibilities.

Remember, there’s no right or wrong way to approach these prompts. They are mere stepping stones, guiding you towards the vast landscapes of your imagination. Use them to break free from writer’s block, to experiment with new ideas, or simply as a fun exercise to keep your writing skills sharp.

This week’s writing prompt:

Your protagonist is a teenager studying for their final exams. Every weekend, they choose to study with their friends at their local library. The peace and quiet is sublime for studying, but everyone agrees that the librarians are odd. 

When talking to them to request a book, the librarians block their heads to one side and then rotate to block to the other side. When someone accidentally is too loud or a phone shrills, the librarians scream ‘Shush!’ and plaster a finger to their lips. All of them wear large gl***es that never fall off their noses and wear high heels that never make a sound upon the laminate flooring.

Your protagonist wants nothing to do with them, but an early closure one day causes them to request help to put all their books back on the shelves. 

The librarians block their heads in disbelief and lean in to grasp the books. That’s when your protagonist is certain they hear a tick-tock sound, like a clock, coming from within the librarian’s body.

What happens next is up to you…Let your imagination run wild!

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Corinne Pollard is a new disabled horror writer from West Yorkshire, UK with published works in Sirens Call eZine and Trembling with Fear. With a degree in English Lit and Creative Writing, Corinne has always enjoyed the world of dark fantasy. Aside from writing, Corinne enjoys metal music, visits to graveyards and shopping for books to read. 

Twitter: @CorinnePWriter