Over 182 "Contemporary Fiction" Writing Prompts
A young woman who has strayed from her religious upbringing volunteers at a soup kitchen where an old man shares stories from his life that reignite her spiritual journey in unexpected ways. Her renewed faith leads her back to reconnect with her estranged family and confront the events that led her away.
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Contemporary Fiction
Religious
The rector of an ancient church discovers a hidden manuscript that contradicts centuries-old teachings. As they struggle to reconcile their faith with the new revelations, they must decide whether to share this knowledge with their congregation or keep it buried.
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Contemporary Fiction
Religious
Imagine a scenario where a middle-aged character decides to return to their childhood summer camp as a counselor, only to find it on the brink of closure. Depict their journey to save it, rediscovering old friendships, first loves, and the reasons that made the place magical in their memories.
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Contemporary Fiction
Write about a woman who starts a community garden in a struggling, economically depressed town and how the garden becomes a unifying force for the residents, helping them heal old wounds and forge new relationships.
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Contemporary Fiction
American
Create a narrative centered around a large family reunion in rural Louisiana, where deep secrets are revealed and old tensions resurface. Focus on one family member who tries to keep the peace.
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Contemporary Fiction
American
Craft a story about a neighborhood where every house inexplicably receives a plain, unmarked package one morning. Explore the reactions of different families, the theories and tensions that arise, and the eventual discovery of what's inside and what it means for them all.
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Contemporary Fiction
Create a tale centered around a last-minute road trip taken by two old friends. As they reconnect, their journey reveals hidden feelings and unresolved issues from their past. How does this trip change their relationship and their future?
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Contemporary Fiction
Tell the story of an old, worn-out public library facing closure, and the eccentric group of locals who come together to save it. Focus on one particular character, a quiet teenager, who discovers their voice and passion in the rally to keep the library open.
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Contemporary Fiction
Short Stories
After surviving a near-death experience, a formerly non-religious tech entrepreneur becomes obsessed with religious texts and prophecies, believing they hold the secret to predicting and altering future events. As they delve deeper, their relationships, career, and sanity begin to unravel, prompting an exploration of the limits of faith and reason.
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Contemporary Fiction
Religious
Create a narrative about two neighbors living in a gentrifying neighborhood. One is a long-time resident resisting the change, and the other is a recent arrival who sees potential for improvement. Explore their interactions and the evolution of their understanding and respect for one another.
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Contemporary Fiction
American
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