Episode #128 Five Writing Prompts Inspired by Five Voices

Writing thrives in conversation.

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I share five original writing prompts inspired by the creative encouragement, mindset wisdom, and storytelling conversations offered by five podcasters and creators I deeply respect.

Drawing on themes like curiosity, sustainability, discipline, gentleness, play, and permission, these prompts are designed to help fiction writers re-enter their stories with fresh energy—whether you’re writing fantasy, romance, thrillers, or speculative fiction.

You’ll find prompts inspired by:

* Joanna Penn – creative legacy, curiosity, and the long view

* Craig Martelle – clarity, momentum, and forward motion

* Colleen M. Story – hope, persistence, and the inner life of writers

* Elisabeth Wheatley – curiosity, humor, and the joy of research

* Becca Syme – permission, process, and writing in a way that fits you

These prompts are not summaries or reproductions of their work, but original exercises shaped by the encouragement their creative voices offer to the writing community.

Whether you’re stuck, tired, or simply looking for a new angle into your story, this episode invites you to write—curiously, courageously, and with care.

At the end of the episode, I mentioned my Kickstarter. Any support would be awesome, even in the prelaunch phase. The Dark Blade Trilogy Kickstarter.