Activity A: Instructions. List as many personal stories as you can (in six words or Write your own less). Go for variety. What are the stories that have defined and shaped six word stories you so far in your life—your epic fail story, the “you wouldn’t believe this” story, your hero story, etc. Your goal: Cultivate a personal story bank. Activity B: Instructions. Any story can be told in another genre. For practice, Now with rewrite each of your 6 word stories above, with a touch of humor. some humor What is interesting or peculiar to your story? What evocative details can you highlight? How can you change the lens or dial up the drama. Your goal: View story through a different lens. 5