Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Write about the experience of an Indian servant working in the household of a powerful British family during the peak of the British Empire. Describe their journey of cultural assimilation, personal identity conflict, and the pursuit of personal freedom that unfolds during pivotal moments in British-Indian history.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
British

A vintage bookstore clerk finds a series of notes hidden inside various books, supposedly clues left by a previous employee leading to an undiscovered treasure or secret. Chronicle their adventure through urban landscapes to solve the mystery.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Urban

Write the inner monologue of a person who decides to change their life completely after discovering a letter hidden in a secondhand book. What does the letter say, and how does it inspire them to take action?

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction

Research and compose a piece on a lesser-known photographer whose work has impacted the evolution of photography. Explore their style, the themes they used, the innovations they might have brought to the field, and why they deserve more recognition.

Non-Fiction
Art, Architecture, & Photography

In a world where everyone is assigned a robot companion at birth, you discover that your robot has memories of a past life - memories that could unravel the secrets of the world's government. Together, you embark on a quest to uncover the truth, taking on various challenges and discovering new alliances along the way.

Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Sci-Fi

Write a story from the perspective of a young scribe in ancient Egypt who discovers a hidden scroll that could change the course of the construction of a new pyramid. What secrets does the scroll contain, and what risks will the scribe face to ensure the right people learn of its contents?

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Ancient Egypt

Imagine a southern plantation during the Civil War where an unlikely friendship forms between a Confederate soldier's daughter and an escaped slave hiding on the property. Detail their secret meetings, shared dreams, and the plan they devise to secure freedom.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Civil War

Craft a narrative centered around a family gathering that reunites estranged siblings after many years. Explore the tensions and latent affections that surface over a long weekend in their childhood home, now on the brink of being sold.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Literary

Explore the evolution of digital study aids, from basic flashcards to advanced apps and online platforms. Critique the effectiveness of various digital tools and discuss the future of tech-driven studying by projecting possible innovations in this arena.

Non-Fiction
Study Aids & Text Prep

Chronicle the journey of a group of volunteers from different countries who join the war effort as ambulance drivers. Explore their reasons for joining, the camaraderie they develop, and the challenges they face in the war-torn landscapes.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 1

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