Over 2,198 Writing Prompts
Pen a series of letters between a soldier on the Western Front and his lover back home. Explore how their relationship evolves with every letter, against the backdrop of the war’s progression and its impact on their respective views and morals.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 1
Construct a tale about a librarian who stumbles upon a secret section in the library that houses books affecting the reality around them. One particular book allows them to alter aspects of the past — delve into their experiments with history and the consequences of these changes on the present.
Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
In a world where memories can be transferred as easily as files, a young technician discovers a memory that doesn't belong to any known individual. As they delve into this mystery, they begin to uncover a vast conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of society.
Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
High Tech Fiction
Describe a day when she receives a severely wounded soldier who turns out to be her childhood sweetheart. How does she handle the professional duties while her emotions are in turmoil?
Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 1
After discovering a hidden scroll in your late father's belongings, you, a young Athenian scholar, uncover a secret that could potentially change the outcome of the Peloponnesian War. Write about your journey as you choose whether to use this knowledge for personal gain, or to possibly alter the course of history.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Greece
Every city bus is a portal to another dimension, but only the bus drivers know the secret routes. When a regular commuter accidentally stays aboard for the last stop, they find themselves in a world eerily similar to their own but plagued by supernatural occurrences. Now, they must navigate this parallel city to find a way back home.
Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Urban Fantasy
You're a young squire in a medieval court when a highly respected knight takes you under his wing. Soon, you uncover a secret plot to overthrow the king that involves not just rivals, but someone from within the circle of knights. Write about how you handle this precarious situation, understanding that your choices could either save or doom the kingdom.
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Medieval
Write a story about a character who inherits an old bookstore and discovers a series of love letters hidden in various books throughout the store. As the character reads through these letters, they become determined to find out who wrote them and to whom they were meant, leading to new connections and an unexpected romance.
Fiction
Romance
Contemporary
Reflect on a time when you faced a significant challenge that defined your future direction. Explore your thoughts, feelings, and the ultimate decision you made. How did this event shape your life and who you are today?
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
A mysterious, ancient book is found in the attic by three siblings during a rainy summer afternoon. When one of them reads a poem aloud, they are all transported to a fantastical realm. Write about their quest to return home, the strange creatures they meet, and how they solve puzzles that rely on their real-world knowledge and sibling bond.
Kids & YA Fiction
Kids
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