Creating the Character
Begin a new story by creating a character. What do they look like? How do they dress? Is there anything unusual about their appearance? Write a scene or story exploring your new character.
Think about the physical attributes of book characters that you can remember—what comes to mind? Harry Potter's scar? Lisbeth Salander's wild hair and piercings? What if a book began with just the idea of what a character should look like?
Creative Writing Prompt: Creating the Character
Begin a new story by creating a character. What do they look like? How do they dress? Is there anything unusual about their appearance? Write a scene or story exploring your new character.
Post your response (500 words or fewer) in the comments below.
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About Cassandra Lipp
Cassandra Lipp is managing editor of Writer's Digest. She is the author of Queen City Records, which tells the stories behind the indie record shops of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Her work has appeared in Greener Pastures, The Belladonna, Little Old Lady, Points in Case, and Ohio's Best Emerging Poets 2019. Follow her on Twitter @Cassie000000.
