I started jotting down bits of dialogue from people around me. Now I have a notebook full of realistic conversations to use in my stories.
My neighborhood is split over a proposed mural project on the old bakery wall. One group says it's a blank canvas for local stories and could spark creativity. The other side argues it sets a precedent for unauthorized art and might lower curb appeal. I'm torn because both points have merit, and it feels like a ready-made plot for a community drama. Could this local spat work as a prompt for conflict-driven stories? What do you think about using real neighborhood disputes in writing?
Any advice for more personal prompt sources?