Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Explore the history of astrology in a particular culture or civilization. What role did it play within that society? How was astrology integrated into the daily lives and governance of the people?

Non-Fiction
Astrology, Divination & Tarot

A young entrepreneur decides to bring farming into a bustling city by creating micro-farms on unused building spaces, like balconies and empty lots. Detail their challenges—from battling city regulations to convincing residents of its benefits—and their first taste of success.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Urban

Dive into the psychological impact of planning a wedding during a global pandemic. Discuss the changes couples had to make, their feelings about those changes, and how it affected their relationship and perspective on marriage.

Non-Fiction
Weddings

Imagine a scenario where a spy must infiltrate a high-profile tech company suspected of selling state secrets. They must maintain their cover while navigating the complex social environment of Silicon Valley, risking exposure by their own innovative surveillance technologies.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Spy Thrillers

Reflect on the concept of "time" as both a human construct and a natural phenomenon. Analyze how our perception of time affects our lifestyle, relationships, work, and possibly the pursuit of happiness.

Non-Fiction
Philosophy

Imagine being a sculptor tasked with creating a statue for the newly built Parthenon. Delve into the details of your artistic process, the pressures from influential patrons, and your inspiration, while intertwining your own personal story with that of the golden age of Athens.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Greece

Create a narrative around a retired detective who is haunted by an unsolved case from their past. The detective decides to tackle the case on their own following a pattern that only they seem to have noticed. Each step closer to the truth puts them and their loved ones in greater danger.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Crime Thrillers

The members of an online forum dedicated to paranormal experiences decide to meet in person for the first time at a haunted resort. Once there, they begin to experience their discussed phenomena in real life. They soon realize that one of them is manipulating their fears for a sinister purpose.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Paranormal Thrillers

It's 1942, and your character, a young but shrewd detective in Los Angeles, stumbles upon a letter revealing a hidden Nazi sympathizer ring in Hollywood. As they dig deeper, they must navigate the glitzy façade of the movie industry and the dangerous shadows it casts during wartime.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
20th Century

Write a detailed step-by-step guide on how to start a specific craft or hobby that you are passionate about. Include personal anecdotes about how you got started, what challenges you faced, and what joy it brings to your life.

Non-Fiction
Crafts & Hobbies

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