This Week's Practice Exercise~
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Exercise: In 400 words or fewer, show us two people engaged in the conversation explained
below.
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It's Valentine's Day, and you have a problem. You really like someone, and perhaps
you're even in love. We're not talking hormones here, but genuine affection. Maybe
the feeling is mutual, or maybe not; maybe you know how she feels, or maybe not.
In any case, there is a permanent distance between you, one that you respect. You
are married, and so is she--to someone else. Or she is engaged to your best friend. Or
one of you is a priest, or your boss, or your subordinate, or a minor, or the same
gender, or . . . . You name it.
In his conversation with this person, show us how your protagonist feels. Don't let
him touch her, give her a gift, or make any untoward overtures or overt expressions.
Show us her reaction as well. Is it what he hoped for? Will he live to rue this day?
Of course, "she" can be "he," and "her" can be "him," if you like.
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Exercise: In 400 words or fewer, show us two people in the conversation explained
above.
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In your critique, note whether the character expresses himself appropriately for the
situation.
Happy Valentine's Day!
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These exercises were written by IWW members and administrators to provide structured practice opportunities for its members. You are welcome to use them for practice as well. Please mention that you found them at the Internet Writers Workshop.
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