Over 2,198 Writing Prompts

Write a reflective piece on the psychological aspects of preparing for high-stakes academic evaluations. Discuss the impact of pressure on learning and memory, techniques for building resilience, and the role of mindset in academic success. Include advice from educational psychologists or personal experiments with different psychological approaches.

Non-Fiction
Study Aids & Text Prep

Write a story from the perspective of a young servant in the household of a famous historical figure, during a pivotal moment in history. Detail the daily tasks, the secrets overheard, and the personal moments that reveal the figure's character.

Fiction
Historical Fiction
Biographical

Develop a narrative where the protagonist, after experiencing a profound loss, begins to notice peculiar coincidences that suggest an underlying connection between strangers' lives in a bustling city neighborhood. Explore themes of interconnectedness and destiny.

Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Literary

Imagine a society living inside a comet moving through space. Describe their culture, beliefs, technology, and annual celebration when they pass by the sun, which is the only time they experience light and warmth.

Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Space & New Horizons

Imagine you wake up one morning and find that you can talk to animals! Write a story about your first conversation with your pet or a wild animal in your backyard. What do you talk about?

Kids & YA Fiction
Kids
Ages 3-5

Describe a day in the life of a crime scene cleaner who accidentally discovers evidence that could solve a cold case. The discovery leads them into the dangerous world of crime and conspiracy, forcing them to decide whether to turn in the evidence or destroy it to protect themselves and their family.

Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Crime Fiction

Write about the history and evolution of a particular craft, such as knitting, pottery, or woodworking. Include interviews with craftsmen and craftswomen who specialize in the field, exploring how the craft has changed over time and what timeless elements have remained the same.

Non-Fiction
Crafts & Hobbies

A teenager growing up in ancient Rome finds an unusual object buried near the Forum. It appears to be a device far ahead of its time. Write about the implications of this discovery, both for the protagonist and for Roman society as they try to understand and potentially use this advanced technology.

Kids & YA Fiction
Teen and YA Fiction
Historical Fiction

In a world where dreams are harvested as energy, one low-level technician discovers that their own dreams can alter reality. Explore the implications of their newfound power in a society that depends on dream energy.

Fiction
Science Fiction & Fantasy

Compose a letter from the perspective of your pet addressing a new pet owner. What advice would they give? What secrets would they share about their care, their favorite foods, toys, or hiding spots?

Non-Fiction
Pets

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