Change of Plans
Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, there’s been a sudden and unforeseen change of plans.
I live by my calendar—even though I've been spending the last few years training myself to be more spontaneous, to "go with the flow," I'm still one of those humans who has a really hard time switching up a game plan on the fly.
For this week's prompt, let's put your character in a situation where they have to adapt to a sudden and unforeseen change of plans. How will they react? What will be consequences be?
Post your response (500 words or fewer) in the comments below.
Since obtaining her MFA in fiction, Moriah Richard has worked with over 100 authors to help them achieve their publication dreams. As the managing editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, she spearheads the world-building column Building Better Worlds, a 2023 Eddie & Ozzie Award winner. She also runs the Flash Fiction February Challenge on the WD blog, encouraging writers to pen one microstory a day over the course of the month and share their work with other participants. As a reader, Moriah is most interested in horror, fantasy, and romance, although she will read just about anything with a great hook.
Learn more about Moriah on her personal website.
