Over 20 "Crime Fiction" Writing Prompts
A small town librarian discovers a series of notes hidden inside various books that predict local crimes before they happen. Write a story about how she uses this mysterious insight to help a down-on-his-luck private investigator solve a complex case that has baffled the police.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
During the hottest summer on record, a series of fires sweep through the wealthiest neighborhoods, leaving devastation in their wake. A rookie firefighter finds a clue that suggests these are not accidents. Follow their journey into the world of arson-for-hire, where they must expose a network of crime while protecting those they love.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
Imagine a small coastal town where every full moon, a priceless piece of jewelry vanishes from a local museum. This pattern has gone on for years without any clue left behind. A retired police officer decides it’s time to catch the supernatural or highly cunning thief—only to discover the truth is more complicated than anyone imagined.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
Craft a story about a retired profiler who moves to a quiet countryside to escape the harrowing memories of their profession, only to find themselves drawn into a local mystery involving a series of anonymous letters predicting crimes before they happen. How does the profiler use their old skills in a town full of secrets and whispers?
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
After a renowned graffiti artist’s signature tag appears at the scenes of multiple burglaries across the city, an undercover detective with a knack for street art is assigned to blend into the underground scene. What the detective uncovers is a sprawling web connecting the art world with high-stakes crime.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
Every year, on the anniversary of an unsolved high-profile bank heist, a poem is published in the city's largest newspaper, hinting at the location of the stolen millions. A retired detective, haunted by the one case he couldn't solve, teams up with a rookie cop to finally put the pieces together. They soon realize that solving the puzzle could lead them into a much larger conspiracy.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
A novice journalist stumbles upon an underground network of crime while researching for a seemingly innocuous article about urban development. Delving deeper, they uncover a story involving corruption, smuggled antiques, and old vendettas. Describe their risky path towards exposing the truth, risking their safety with every step.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
Describe a day in the life of a crime scene cleaner who accidentally discovers evidence that could solve a cold case. The discovery leads them into the dangerous world of crime and conspiracy, forcing them to decide whether to turn in the evidence or destroy it to protect themselves and their family.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
In a bustling city market, a famous painting goes missing from a high-security mobile exhibition. The main suspect is a street magician who claims he uses real magic. Write a story where your detective navigates the maze of city streets and conflicting testimonies to uncover the truth.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
In a small coastal town, the beloved lighthouse keeper is found murdered, his body discovered at the base of the lighthouse. The only clue is a vintage gold coin clutched in his hand. Delve into the town’s secrets and histories as you uncover the motive behind the killing and the storied past of the coin.
Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction
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