Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Explore the impact of the American Revolution on Native American tribes. Narrate the story of a tribal leader who must navigate shifting alliances and the effects of the war on his people and their lands.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
American Revolution

Imagine a Regency-era scholar who uncovers correspondence between two famous historical figures. As the scholar delves deeper, they realize that these letters could alter the public's understanding of a major historical event. Detail their journey, the authenticity of the letters, and the scholar's moral dilemma.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Regency

Set in Vietnam during the French colonial period, narrate the tale of a Vietnamese rice farmer's daughter who disguises herself as a boy to join the resistance movement against the French.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Asian

Write a comparative analysis of educational systems across different countries. Focus on how cultural, economic, and political factors influence these systems, and propose what others can learn from each systemโ€™s strengths and weaknesses.

Non-Fiction
Education & Reference

Imagine a hidden academy located on a floating island, accessible only by those who can control the wind. A young apprentice struggles to master this ability to join an elite group of sky warriors. Detail their trials and the friendships they form along the way.

Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Fantasy and Adventure

Delve into his thoughts and emotions on the eve of battle, his interactions with fellow soldiers, and how the brutal fighting shapes his views on war and peace.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
British

Write a reflective piece on how your own life has been influenced by a major political event in the past decade. Consider changes in your community, your job, or your personal relationships.

Non-Fiction
Current Affairs & Politics

Imagine a tale set during the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad in the 1860s. It centers on an Irish immigrant and a former enslaved person who, despite their disparate backgrounds, forge a strong friendship as they face labor disputes, harsh conditions, and racial tensions. Their bond becomes pivotal to their survival and the success of the monumental project.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
19th Century

After receiving troubling, anonymous letters hinting at buried secrets in her hometown, a detective returns to uncover the truth. What starts as a personal journey quickly turns into a troubling investigation into decades-old cold cases that someone powerful does not want reopened.

Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Women Detectives

Write a story about a small town in the Midwest preparing for its annual summer festival. Focus on a character who has returned from the city after many years away and their struggles with fitting back into this tight-knit community.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
American

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