Scribemus
Scribemus is a term used in literary contexts to denote collaborative writing or, in Latin, the first-person plural future form of scribere, meaning "we shall write." In modern usage, scribemus is often employed as a label for a writing practice in which multiple authors contribute successive sections to a single text, typically guided by a shared prompt, theme, or set of constraints. The approach emphasizes collective authorship and improvisation, with contributors maintaining continuity in voice and perspective while allowing stylistic variation.
In practice, participants agree on rules such as word limits, point-of-view constraints, and the order of authors,
Etymology: scribemus derives from Latin scribere "to write," with scribemus as the future indicative form "we
Notes: Because scribemus lacks a formal, standardized definition, its meaning varies by community. It is sometimes
See also: collaborative writing; participatory storytelling; writing prompts.