Break Your Word Patterns
This constraint breaks you out of your usual word patterns. When you end a sentence with 'x' or 'q,' you can't rely on your default vocabulary. You have to dig deeper, remember words you haven't used in years, or invent creative workarounds.
It's especially good for writers who feel stuck in a rut. When your usual choices are blocked, you're forced to think differently—and that's where interesting writing happens. Plus, it's genuinely fun once you get into the rhythm.
Letter by Letter
Write your first sentence however you like. Then look at the last letter—your next sentence must begin with that letter. If your sentence ends with 'door,' your next sentence starts with 'R.'
The exercise tracks your sentences and highlights the linking letters, so you always know where you stand. Some letters are easy; others will have you reaching for unusual words.
Keep going for the duration of your session. The constraint becomes second nature after a few minutes, and you'll find yourself planning sentence endings as you write.
Related Exercises
Word Avalanche
Can you keep up? Word targets increase throughout your session, pushing your endurance to the limit.
Tighten Up
Practice the art of concise writing—learn to say more with fewer words.
Morning Pages
Stream-of-consciousness writing with gentle nudges—clear your mind and access deeper creativity.
Blind Mode
Write without seeing your text—trust your instincts and discover what emerges when you can't self-edit.
Character Monologues
Write monologues for different character types and develop your ability to create distinct voices.
Quest Mode
Turn your writing practice into an adventure—defeat monsters by hitting word and time goals.
Prompt Frenzy
Stay on your toes as random writing prompts appear mid-session, challenging you to adapt on the fly.
Timed Sprint
Race the clock and push your writing speed—see how many words you can produce when time is tight.
Hemingway Mode
Silence your inner editor—the backspace key is disabled, so you can only move forward.
Basic Practice
The simplest way to build your daily writing habit—just you, a timer, and words on the page.
Story Dice
Roll for random story elements—characters, settings, objects—and weave them into your narrative.
First Line Continuation
Skip the blank page—start from a compelling opening line and see where it takes you.