Over 20 "Literary" Writing Prompts
In a tale of friendship and betrayal, create a scenario where two lifelong friends embark on a road trip to fulfill a mutual friend’s dying wish. As they travel, the landscapes they cross bring to light unresolved issues and a secret that could destroy their bond.
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Construct a tale centered around a small, family-run café that is on the brink of closure. Introduce a cast of regular customers, each with their own unique stories, who rally in unexpected ways to save the beloved gathering spot.
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Craft a tale around a small, family-owned bookstore that is on the verge of closing. Introduce a cast of characters including the family members, regular customers, and maybe a stranger or two who all come together in a unique way to try to save this cherished establishment.
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Imagine a character who finds an old, unmailed letter in the pocket of a vintage coat purchased at a thrift store. Driven by curiosity, the character decides to deliver the letter themselves, leading them into the life of someone who lived decades before, and into the heart of a family mystery still unsolved.
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Imagine a story where the main character is an amateur gardener who discovers a mysterious, unmarked grave in their backyard. Delve into how this discovery leads them on a journey through local history, tangled family ties, and self-discovery.
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Imagine a world where people can physically feel the emotions of those they are closest to. Write from the perspective of someone who struggles to maintain their own identity while being inundated by the feelings of others.
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Craft a story centered around a family heirloom that gets passed from one generation to another. Each bearer of the heirloom is supposed to write down their most significant life experiences in a journal, and the latest inheritor discovers a pattern in the entries that influences their decisions.
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Develop a story about a character who decides to start their life over in a new city after a sudden layoff. Document their journey through the lens of daily encounters at a local coffee shop, where conversations with strangers spark revelations about identity and purpose.
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Write a story that unfolds over the course of a single day within a bustling farmers' market. Include vibrant descriptions of the surroundings and explore the interconnected lives of three distinct vendors, each at a different stage in life and facing their own unique challenges.
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Write a story about a chance encounter between two old friends on a delayed night train, revealing how drastically their lives have diverged since they last met, and how this unexpected reunion prompts them to reflect on choices and consequences.
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