Relying on your muse to give you ideas is not always the best idea. After all, a fiction writer's muse is a very fickle thing. You could get ten great ideas in a row and quickly jot them down in your writer's notebook, or you could fall into the pit of writer's block.
Even if your muse does not give you ideas, you can still make them. After all, a professional writer must write. Therefore, a writer must come up with ideas constantly. Below are three great ways to keep your creativity high.
Writing Prompts
Many writer's use writing prompts to jump start their creativity. These can be found in books and online. Writing prompts can consist of a picture, word, or even a character description or plot devise. No matter what it is, you should commit to writing about the topic given.
Random Word Trick
You can create your own word writing prompts with the help of the dictionary. Simply open it randomly three times and write down the first words that your eyes fall on. You may get some interesting combinations! Tell yourself that you have to write something that incorporates all three words, or all three ideas that you have about those words. This will keep your creativity pumping for you.
Write No Matter What
The most important thing to remember, even when a writer does not feel particular creative, is to keep writing, no matter what. Give yourself permission to write nonsense, or write something really horrible. As long as you keep churning out the words on a page, your creativity will be sparked. Sometimes, a random sentence or thought will kick start your muse into finding the perfect topic for you to write about.
