Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Detail the first manned mission to a newly discovered planet that was believed to be rich in resources but is found to be teeming with strange, intelligent life. The crew must navigate diplomacy with these beings who possess technology far beyond human understanding, even as personal ambitions and fears threaten the precarious peace.

Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Space & New Horizons

The new lighthouse keeper on a small, mist-covered island finds out the lighthouse is haunted by two lovers split by tragedy a hundred years ago. Compelled to reunite the spirits, the keeper uncovers a story of love and betrayal, while unexpectedly falling for a mysterious visitor with a secretive past.

Fiction
Romance
Paranormal Romance

Imagine a group of soldiers from different Allied countries stuck in a muddy, isolated trench during a relentless rainstorm. Each soldier tells a story about their life back home. Explore how their tales reveal their hopes, fears, and reasons for fighting.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 1

During a routine surveillance mission, an intelligence operative stumbles upon an underground group planning to release a digital weapon that could disrupt global communications. Bound by duty but morally conflicted, the operative must infiltrate the group and stop the attack while grappling with the implications of their actions on freedom and privacy.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Spy Thrillers

Write about an ex-con turned amateur sleuth living in a small town in Louisiana, who uncovers a connection between a recent string of burglaries and a long-forgotten pirate ship sunk somewhere in the bayou, rumored to be laden with treasure. He must navigate local legends, and cultural tensions to solve the mystery.

Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Multicultural Fiction

On a whim, a young book editor decides to take a solo vacation to a remote coastal town. At the quaint inn where they stay, they meet a local who is trying to save their family's historical landmark from being sold. Together, they devise a plan that not only protects the landmark but also sparks an unexpected romance.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Romance

Write a story about a jazz musician in 1920s New Orleans who stumbles upon a murder mystery in the heart of the city's vibrant music scene. As he seeks to clear his name, he uncovers secrets that could shake the foundations of the city's underworld.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
United States

After a life-altering incident, a woman in her thirties with a passion for dance opens a studio in a diverse urban neighborhood. She encounters a group of local women each grappling with their own struggles, and through the universal language of dance, they forge deep connections and empower one another to overcome their personal obstacles.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Women's Fiction

Create a tale about two childhood friends who are reunited at a grand ball after years apart. One has risen in societal ranks, while the other has fallen into poverty. Explore their conversation, their shared memories, and how they view each other's current situation.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Regency

A rookie lawyer accepts a high-profile case defending a tech magnate accused of a massive privacy breach. However, the deeper she digs, the more she suspects her client may be a pawn in a much larger conspiracy involving national security. Write about her journey as she battles foes both seen and unseen, her legal skills tested to their limits along with her moral compass.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Legal Thrillers

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