SFL Reference Desk: English & Literature

Welcome to the “Write. Right. Rite.,” a “GRAB THE MIC: Tell Your Story” video series! The “Write. Right. Rite.” is meant to be an entertaining and inventive way to engage with the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Jason Reynolds.

It's National Poetry Month! In trying times like these, writing can be a wonderful way to cope and heal. And what better way to dive into creative writing than with some poetry or a short story? Hopefully these prompts and inspirational writing quotes spark your imagination and get you started!

"One of the most frequent questions an author hears from students is how they started to write—and how young people can start, too... With schools closed and millions of students learning from home, it’s a fertile time for young people to find their writing voice in the midst of chaos. These four standouts will help."