Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Write a story about a young violinist who discovers a forgotten letter hidden inside an ancient violin case that changes everything they thought they knew about their family's past.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Short Stories

Examine the psychological profile of a famous criminal. Discuss their background, the crimes they committed, and any known psychological assessments. Reflect on how their mental state possibly influenced their criminal behavior.

Non-Fiction
True Crime

In a kingdom where dreams predict the future, a teenage orphan with the rare ability to manipulate dreams must protect a prince from dream-assassins. As she delves deeper into the dreamscape, she uncovers secrets that might either save the kingdom or start a war.

Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Fantasy and Adventure

Choose an exotic fruit or vegetable you've never tried before. Research its origin, typical uses, and nutritional benefits. Then, experiment with creating your own original recipe using this ingredient and describe the process and outcome.

Non-Fiction
Cooking, Food & Wine

Explore the rise and fall of a famous lost city or civilization. Through in-depth research, present a compelling account of their social structure, technological advancements, and what might have led to their disappearance.

Non-Fiction
History

Write about a character who inherits an antique bookstore and discovers a secret basement full of manuscripts that contain spells. As they begin to read and perform the spells, they realize the literature can alter their reality in ways they hadn’t anticipated.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Fantasy

Write a story from the perspective of a young Athenian child who discovers a mysterious artifact in the ground while helping their family in the olive groves. This artifact turns out to have significant historical and mythological importance, leading to adventures involving gods, oracles, and heroes of ancient Greece.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Greece

Write a narrative exploring the role pets play in mental health. Discuss personal experiences or general research that highlights how pets can contribute to emotional well-being, stress reduction, and even social interaction.

Non-Fiction
Pets

Imagine a future where every teenager must undergo a virtual reality test that determines their career path based on their skills and interests. You're sent into a simulation expected to last only an hour, but something goes wrong, and you're trapped inside. Narrate your journey of survival and self-discovery within a world that bends the rules of reality.

Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Sci-Fi

Write about two childhood best friends who reunite after many years apart. One has achieved significant success while the other has quietly struggled. Explore their conversation at their favorite childhood hangout spot and the dynamics of envy, nostalgia, and the ties that still bind them.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Short Stories

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