Over 471 "Historical Fiction" Writing Prompts
Select a famous explorer or adventurer from history. Craft a story about their lesser-known childhood, imagining the early experiences and influences that might have prepared them for their future daring exploits. Include rich details about the time period and location to anchor their developmental years.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Biographical
In ancient China, a humble rice farmer discovers a mysterious, beautifully carved scroll case hidden deep within his new land. The contents inside lead him on a journey through the forbidden parts of the imperial city, uncovering secrets that could change the course of history.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Asian
Set your story in 1788, with the arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson. Focus on a convict sentenced to transportation for a crime they didn't commit. Explore their struggles and triumphs as they cope with life in the penal colony, interactions with Aboriginal communities, and their quest for redemption or escape.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Australian & Oceanian
Envision a story set during the time of the Olmecs, focusing on a mysterious artisan who is tasked with creating a new colossal head statue. Delve into their personal life, the pressure from the elite, and the spiritual significance of their work.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Americas
Describe a day in the life of a young woman being presented at court during the Regency era. Instead of adhering to protocol, she decides to orchestrate a small act of rebellion that sends ripples through the high society, challenging the norms of her time.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Regency
In 1950s South Africa, during the early years of apartheid, a rebellious teen artist finds their voice through creating powerful political posters. The story deepens when they form an unlikely alliance with a local journalist determined to expose the truth behind the propaganda. Together, they risk everything in pursuit of justice and freedom for their people.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
African
Imagine a tale set during the height of the British Empire, focusing on a family in India under British rule. Explore their daily lives, the conflict of cultures, and the personal relationships that define their existence amidst political turmoil.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
British
Create a narrative featuring a Navajo healer during the time when tribes were first making contact with European explorers. Explore the healer's conflict as they learn about new diseases, their efforts to integrate traditional healing with these new challenges, and their role in maintaining harmony within their tribe.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Americas
Craft a tale about a forgotten skirmish in the mountains of Italy, focusing on a single day's battle seen through the eyes of a young soldier who has never fired his rifle before. Explore his internal conflict, the landscape around him, and the unexpected friendship he forms with an enemy soldier during a ceasefire.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 1
Write a story set in the early Christian church, around AD 100-300, featuring a protagonist who must covertly distribute illicit letters from imprisoned church leaders. Explore how they maintain their faith amid Roman persecution and the strategies used to preserve the teachings of early Christianity.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Christian Fiction
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