Unusual Writing Ideas

Creative projects that go beyond traditional stories and poems. We share ideas for cookbooks, greeting cards, scrapbooks, comedy writing, and other unique writing formats.

Comedy Writing

Writing jokes that land takes real skill, and even professional comedians rewrite constantly to get the humour right.

Greeting Cards

Greeting cards are a real creative outlet for writers, and you can make your own to share or sell without needing a big publisher.

Make Your Own Bookmarks

Turn your poems and short stories into handmade bookmarks using simple materials like cardstock and calligraphy.

Online Cartoons or Homemade Comedy Films

Turn your sense of humour into online cartoons or comedy videos with a straightforward process that's worked for independent creators.

Scrapbooks

Mix your creative writing into handmade scrapbooks for a unique way to preserve memories and showcase your talent.

Storytelling

Storytelling has nearly disappeared, but you can revive it by sharing tales with your neighbourhood kids and other audiences in creative ways.

Teaching Creative Writing

Help your students develop their creative writing skills by sharing what you've learned from your own writing experience.

What Is Flash Fiction?

Flash fiction tells a complete story in 100 to 1,000 words, and it's become a popular form across competitions and writing communities worldwide.

Write Your Own Creative Cookbook

Mix recipes with poetry, stories, and family memories to create a cookbook that readers actually want to sit down and read.

Writing About Dreams

Keep a dream journal by your bed to capture vivid dreams before they fade and use them as writing inspiration.

Writing About Historic Periods

Research is non-negotiable when writing about the past, even for experts—here's where to find accurate historical information.