Over 471 "Historical Fiction" Writing Prompts
Set in the early 1960s during the wind of change and the push for independence that swept across Africa. Follow the life of a young activist in South Africa, secretly distributing anti-apartheid literature and mobilizing communities while dealing with the constant threat of the apartheid regime's police.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
African
Portray a family in medieval Europe during the Black Death. As the plague decimates their village, the matriarch of the family relies strongly on her faith to guide and comfort her children. Detail their struggles and the role of faith in helping them cope with the immense losses they face.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Christian Fiction
Set in medieval Europe during the construction of a grand cathedral, your story follows a young stone mason who discovers a hidden scripture buried in the foundation. Explore the implications of this discovery both for personal faith and the broader religious community, all while navigating the power dynamics of the church and local nobility.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Christian Fiction
Explore the first day of the Beatles' formation in Liverpool, through the eyes of a fictional character who plays a crucial but unrecognized role in bringing the group together. Include interactions with real members and fictitious events that could have influenced their early music.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
British
Imagine the life of a spy working for Benjamin Franklin. Create a thrilling narrative involving coded messages, secret meetings, and narrow escapes, all while under the suspicion of British troops stationed in Philadelphia.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
American Revolution
Imagine a day in the life of a warrior during Shaka Zulu’s reign. Explore his thoughts and emotions as he prepares for a pivotal battle that could change the course of the Zulu nation’s history, detailing his interactions with other warriors and his family.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
African
Write a story about a 16th-century Spanish convent where the nuns are known for their miraculous healings. The arrival of a skeptical royal inspector threatens their peaceful existence and their ability to practice their faith freely. One young novice, with a profound connection to prayer and a secret family history intertwined with Jewish mysticism, becomes the key to defending their practices and proving their miracles are divine.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Christian Fiction
Set in the bustling streets of Jerusalem in the early days of Christianity, follow the story of a young scribe who doubts the new faith spreading rapidly through his city. When tasked with transcribing the testimonies of those claiming to have witnessed Christ's miracles first-hand, he embarks on a personal quest filled with conflicts and revelations, ultimately facing the biggest decision of his life—to uphold his traditional beliefs or embrace this emerging Christian faith.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Christian Fiction
Envision a scenario where a famed Egyptian navigator returns from a voyage to lands unknown with exotic goods and fantastical tales. However, amid these stories, they bring a warning to the Pharaoh that could alter the fate of Egypt. What is the warning, and how is it received by the leaders and the people?
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Egypt
Imagine the life of a warrior during the Zulu Kingdom's expansion under King Shaka Zulu. Write about a critical battle where this warrior must confront their own fears and beliefs, blending intense physical conflicts with inner spiritual journeys as they rise to become one of Shaka Zulu's most trusted commanders.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
African
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