Animal Writes: Crafting Authentic Animal Narratives
Midge and I recently joined Our Hen House for a lively discussion about all things writing for animals. Enjoy!
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Writing Prompt: Write a conversation
Write a conversation you’d like to have with an animal, whether you companion animal(s), local birds, or an animal in the wild.
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Writing Prompt: Think of an animal…
Think of an animal who is often perceived by humans as “stupid.” What is the most genius thing about this animal?
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Writing Prompt: Tell a Story…
Tell a story about one or more animals — for example, something that happened among your companion animals, witnessing an encounter among animals in the wild, or an observation of insects in your home or yard. Write a scene or poem describing what you think is going on about the animals.
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Writing Prompt: Animal POV
Write a scene or a poem from the point of view of a nonhuman animal, whether it’s your companion animal, a wild animal, a snail in your garden, or a cow at a farm.
