THEME: INDEX

The theme for the final Writing Day of 2025, INDEX, was suggested by frequent Writing Day participant Amy Berkowitz: Asked how to write a movie, David Lynch replied: “You get yourself a pack of 3x5 cards, you write a scene on each card, and when you have 70 scenes, you have a feature film.” Is it really that simple? Are index cards really that powerful! Yes! We think so! Getting your thoughts down on cards, moving them around, and finding connections is a simple and effective way to set the foundation for whatever you’re writing, whether it’s a book, an essay, a script, or something else. We’ll give you a pack of 3x5 cards, and you can spend the day using them to bring your ideas to life. (And if index cards don’t inspire you, you can spend the day journaling, doodling, napping, or writing your own way!)