Over 21 "European" Writing Prompts
In the heart of medieval Paris, a streetwise orphan discovers a hidden manuscript that threatens the foundations of the monarchy. Write a story that weaves his adventures as he decides whether to use this knowledge to gain power or protect his fellows.
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Historical Fiction
European
Craft a story about the construction of a famous cathedral in medieval Europe. Through the eyes of an elderly master stonemason reflecting on his life's work, weave a tale of ambition, rivalry, and the intersection of faith and artistry during this monumental endeavor.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Imagine a story set in 1848 during the European revolutions. Focus on a small, fictional kingdom where the king's decision unexpectedly aligns with the revolutionaries. Show the impacts through the eyes of a loyal servant caught between duty to the crown and the revolutionary ideals sweeping the continent.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Craft a tale of a Norse Viking who, during their raids in early medieval Scotland, is left behind due to an injury. Explore their struggle for survival and the unexpected alliance formed with a local clan, challenging both cultures' preconceived notions.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Create a narrative centered around a family living through the Viking invasions of England. Focus on a sibling who must rise to leadership to protect their village, exploring themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the clash of cultures.
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Historical Fiction
European
Imagining Rome at the height of its power, write from the perspective of a slave who gains their freedom through an unexpected act by their owner, a high-ranking politician. Explore the newly freed individual’s navigation through the complex social structures of ancient Rome, their dreams, and the secrets they uncover about the city’s elite.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
During the turmoil of the Spanish Inquisition, a converso family (Jews forced to convert to Christianity) secretly maintains their religious traditions. Write a story about how a teenage member of the family navigates this dangerous double life while forming an unlikely friendship with an inquisitor’s son.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Set during the fall of the Berlin Wall, craft a narrative from the perspective of an East German guard who forms an unexpected friendship with a protestor, exploring themes of loyalty, freedom, and change.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Imagine you're a servant in the court of Henry VIII. Write a diary entry detailing the day Anne Boleyn was executed, including personal observations and hidden court intrigues that put your character in a precarious position.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
Write about a Parisian street artist in the 1920s who becomes embroiled in the city’s underground jazz scene, discovering love and betrayal amidst the smoky bars and lively streets of Montmartre.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
European
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