Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

The crew of a small naval ship patrolling isolated international waters discovers an abandoned luxury yacht filled with high-tech surveillance equipment. As they investigate the vessel's origins, crew members begin to mysteriously disappear one by one, leaving the remaining sailors to solve the puzzle before they too vanish.

Fiction
Thrillers & Suspense
Military Suspense

Explore the history and significance of an alternative healing practice, such as Reiki, Ayurveda, or acupuncture. Interview practitioners and clients/patients, and share your findings on how these methods compare to more traditional Western medical practices.

Non-Fiction
New Age & Alternative Beliefs

Imagine a scenario where two siblings find themselves on opposing sides of the Civil War. Construct their last conversation before heading to battle, delving into their emotional and ideological conflicts as well as their familial bonds.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Civil War

Craft a story about a neighborhood where every house inexplicably receives a plain, unmarked package one morning. Explore the reactions of different families, the theories and tensions that arise, and the eventual discovery of what's inside and what it means for them all.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction

Interview someone who has completed an extreme sports challenge, like climbing Mount Everest or running a marathon in the desert. Explore their motivations, the physical and mental preparations they underwent, and the challenges they faced during and after the event.

Non-Fiction
Sports

Set a tale in Paris during the tumultuous events of the 1848 Revolution. Focus on a small group of artists who find themselves involved in the barricades. How do their ideals and friendships evolve during this period of intense social upheaval?

Fiction
Historical Fiction
19th Century

Write about a British nurse stationed in Singapore during its fall to the Japanese in

Fiction
Historical Fiction
World War 2

Craft a how-to guide aimed at beginners for a particular type of diet that you have tried—Keto, Vegan, Paleo, etc. Include personal anecdotes to illustrate the challenges and successes you encountered along the way.

Non-Fiction
Diet, Health, & Fitness

Pen an article on the role of music, film, or theater in sustaining community and cultural identity in a specific region or culture. Include interviews or quotes from artists, as well as personal anecdotes or observations that illustrate your points.

Non-Fiction
Music, Film, & Performing Arts

Create a tale centered around a last-minute road trip taken by two old friends. As they reconnect, their journey reveals hidden feelings and unresolved issues from their past. How does this trip change their relationship and their future?

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction

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