Magazine Update: Spring Prompts!

A warm welcome to springtime! Lit Space's editors are excited about the sunny weather and the peaceful rains alike. We're also looking forward to continuing to read your incredible creations!

We know it can be overwhelming when so much of the content we consume on a daily basis is truly worrying. That's why this post isn't solely about the coronavirus and we will still share some spring-themed prompts with you. Even so, we want to use our platform not only to lift up your voices and to share your creations, but to spread important information that could potentially help keep you safe and healthy. Although we don't have any medical experience, we think this article seems helpful, and we encourage you to give it a read to educate yourself about what's going on. (Please note that Lit Space is in no way affiliated with The Washington Post.)

When the world feels like it's spinning out of control, besides keeping yourself and your loved ones healthy to the best of your ability, one way to give yourself more power is through the creation of anything you feel frees you or helps express your emotions in any way. Here are some spring-themed prompts in case you're in need of some inspiration!

If you have any prompts (spring-themed or not) that you'd like to add to this list, feel free to comment below.

Springtime is associated with a fresh start. Incorporate this idea in a piece of writing without ever outright stating that your story is set in spring.

Write a dark parody mocking the trope of springtime signifying a fresh start.

What does a flower see on a day-to-day basis? Describe this through any genre of writing or medium of art. 

Spend some time outside and collect objects from nature that speak to you. Incorporate them into a piece of art or writing. Use all your senses to be especially descriptive!

Write a scene about a spring rainshower from the perspective of a small animal.

A frustrated bud is not blooming. Describe this bud's inner monologue, through any genre of writing or art.

Happy creating! Wishing each of you good health and happiness in these often hectic times.

Revision (03/14/20): This post originally linked to an article from The Guardian, which has since been taken down. The link now leads to a newer article from The Washington Post.