Month: May 2025

Member of the Month: Jenn Schultz

A cancer diagnosis turned Jenn Schultz’s life upside down. But writing helped her make sense of the world again.

Jenn Schultz is a four-time melanoma survivor. As a cancer survivor myself, I know how a diagnosis such as that can shake your sense of self. But I also know that you can write your way back to yourself, and that’s exactly what Jenn did with her book Bravely Becoming. But she didn’t stop there. Jenn is also an ambassador and advocate for melanoma research and prevention. May is Melanoma Awareness Month and the perfect time to celebrate Jenn as the See Jane Write Member of the Month. In addition to her advocacy work for organizations like the Melanoma Research Foundation and the Melanoma Research Alliance and her full-time job as a college educator, Jenn somehow finds the time to be an active member of the See Jane Write Collective too. Not only does she attend many virtual meet-ups and workshops, but she’s also led write-in sessions for other members.

Read on to get to know our May Member of the Month — Jenn Schultz.

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31 Writing Prompts for May

Today I’m sharing 31 writing prompts for May to help guide your daily writing practice this month.

When I think of May, I always think of the word “commencement” and not just because of the graduation caps flying through the air. As flowers bloom and the days grow warmer, longer, and brighter, it feels like the start of something new. May invites reflection, renewal, and a fresh perspective. Whether you’re journaling, writing essays, or working on a big project like a book or new blog, the theme of commencement and new beginnings is the perfect spark for your creativity this season.

These prompts are perfect for personal growth, storytelling, or preparing for a new season in your life. They’re also ideal if you’re looking for spring writing prompts, summer-themed writing ideas, or journal prompts about fresh starts.

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