Here are some writing prompts to keep you writing. Share your opening sentence or paragraph in the comments.

1.

It’s a very windy day and things are being blown around you. Quick! What do you see flying past you? Write the opening sentence to a story about that.

2.

You’re walking down a busy road when somebody bumps into you. You think nothing of it and take another step and notice you’re no longer you–you’re someone else! In 150 words or less, write the opening paragraph of this story.

3.

Your mother has paid you an unexpected visit and decides to stay the week. Near the end of the week, she falls down the stairs and breaks her leg. Unable to travel, she now has to stay with you at least 6 weeks. Write the opening sentence to this story.