We all have quirks—some funny, some odd, and some that drive other people crazy.

They’re part of what makes us unique, and they’re a great way to bring ourselves and the people we write about to life on the page.

Take a few minutes to list your own quirks, then choose one and write a story that shows it in action.

Notice what triggers it and when, how others react, how long you’ve had it, and anything else you need to include to characterize your quirky self.

When you’ve finished, share your story with us in the comments.

And whether you’re quirky or not, always remember: The only way to do this wrong is to not do it at all!