Over 2,198 Writing Prompts
Examine the concept of "justice" from multiple philosophical standpoints. Discuss historical and contemporary theories of justice, and scrutinize how these principles are applied (or fail to be applied) in various legal systems around the world.
Non-Fiction
Philosophy
Craft a narrative about your most challenging journey—whether a physical trip, a psychological or emotional adventure, or a career path. Detail the hurdles, the unexpected helpers, and the eventual outcome.
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
A successful 50-year-old woman leaves her high-powered career as a lawyer to open an independent bookstore in a quaint New England town. As she navigates the quirks of small-town life and eccentric neighbors, she discovers a mysterious series of letters tucked away in the attic of her shop, connected to a love story from the 1920s.
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Women's Fiction
Explore the life of a court dancer in the ancient Korean kingdom of Silla. She discovers a secret plot against the king and must decide whether to remain silent for the sake of her position or risk everything to save the kingdom.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Asian
Write about the construction of a famous British landmark, such as the Tower Bridge or Big Ben, from the perspective of an apprentice builder. Include the technical challenges, the personal sacrifices made by the workers, and the historical significance of the project amidst the changing landscape of industrial Britain.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
British
In a futuristic society, citizens are assigned roles and professions by the all-encompassing AI, "The Game Master." Your protagonist, who dreams of a life different from the one assigned to them, stumbles upon a glitch in the system and gains the ability to "re-roll" their destiny. Explore their journey as they manipulate the system to not only change their fate but also to dismantle the very foundations of their society.
Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Role-Playing Games
Create a story about a slave on a sugar plantation in the Caribbean who discovers an ancient map that hints at the location of a significant religious artifact. Explore their journey towards freedom, using the map as a guide, and their interactions with various characters of different colonial powers.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
18th Century
Create a narrative around a nurse working in a makeshift hospital during the Civil War. Describe her daily challenges, the soldiers she encounters, and the emotional toll the war takes on her as she tries to maintain her humanity and optimism.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Civil War
Imagine a world where every teen, upon turning 15, must embark on a quest as a rite of passage. Describe the journey of a young protagonist whose quest is to retrieve a rare flower from the highest peak of the treacherous Frostbite Mountains, guarded by a fierce dragon.
Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Fantasy and Adventure
Craft a tale of espionage and intrigue featuring a spy for the Americans embedded within the British ranks in New York City. What secrets do they uncover? How do they relay this information back to the American forces without getting caught?
Fiction
Historical Fiction
American Revolution
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