Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

A little cloud gets lost from its family in the sky and must find its way back. Along the journey, the cloud learns how it can change its shape to become anything it wants, from an elephant to a ship!

Kids & YA Fiction
Kids
Baby-2

Envision you are a young Inca messenger, known for your speed and endurance across the vast terrains of the empire. One day, you are tasked with delivering a crucial and secret message that could alter the course of an impending war. Describe your perilous journey across mountains and valleys, weaving in details of the Inca road systems and communication methods.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Americas

Pen a narrative about a servant in the court of a Mongol Khan, who witnesses the planning and execution of a major expedition. Include details of daily life in the court and the servant's personal ambitions and fears.

Fiction
Historical Fiction

During the late 1800s in Paris, a struggling painter finds unexpected inspiration after a chance encounter with a mysterious woman at a masquerade ball. Explore their developing relationship and the influence it has on his art and existential views.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
19th Century

Discuss the philosophical implications of astrology in modern life. Write about how astrology has influenced decision-making, personality assessments, and relationship dynamics from your personal perspective or that of someone close to you.

Non-Fiction
New Age & Alternative Beliefs

Investigate the psychological impact of climate change on different age groups in a particular region. Use survey data, expert interviews, and personal narratives to delve into how awareness and anxiety about environmental issues vary across generations.

Non-Fiction
Social Sciences

A mysterious, enchanted forest is only visible at midnight and your main character and their best friend decide to explore it. What whimsical creatures do they meet, and what challenges do they face in the heart of the forest?

Kids & YA Fiction
Kids

Set your tale in a bustling shipyard in England during WWII, where men and women work tirelessly to support the war effort. The main character, a young woman taking on what was traditionally a man's job, uncovers a spy sabotaging their work. Detail her internal conflict and her decision-making process in handling the situation.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 2

Create a narrative about a Native American tribe in the pre-Columbian era, exploring their daily life, spiritual beliefs, and the impact of a severe drought on their community. Incorporate authentic customs, language, and myths to bring the culture to life.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Americas

Interview a local community leader or activist. Write about their journey, focusing on the specific challenges they've faced and the impacts of their efforts on the community. Incorporate their views on the current political climate and how it affects their work.

Non-Fiction
Current Affairs & Politics

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