The prompt bench
Find your
next line.
A small invitation to notice, remember or imagine. There is no correct length and no finished piece required.
Notice
Describe the light in the room without using the words bright or dark.
All twelve prompts are below. Choose one that feels useful today.
Notice
Describe the light in the room without using the words bright or dark.
Remember
Write about an object you have kept for longer than you expected.
Look closer
Choose an ordinary object on your desk. List five details you normally overlook.
A small story
Begin with: The last time I took the long way home...
Listen
Write down three sounds you can hear. Give each sound one sentence.
A letter
Write four lines to someone about a small thing that reminded you of them.
Imagine
Describe a room using only the objects its owner has left behind.
Pay attention
Record one moment from today that you would otherwise forget.
A question
Write a question you do not need to answer today. Add two possible beginnings.
Make a list
List six things that make an ordinary afternoon feel different.
Slow down
Describe making a familiar drink, one small movement at a time.
Tomorrow
Write one small thing you would like to leave room for tomorrow.