250+ Category: Harry Potter Writing Prompts
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“Always” – The Unseen Sacrifices
Dive into Snape’s hidden, selfless acts that largely went unnoticed or misunderstood by most characters in the series.
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Potion Master’s sorrow
Write about Snape’s experiences as a Potions Master dealing with students, his feelings towards teaching, and his deep longing for the Defense Against Dark Arts position.
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Becoming the Half-Blood Prince
Write about Snape’s school years, including how he earned the nickname, “The Half-Blood Prince”.
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A Love Unrequited
Describe Snape’s feelings and experiences after Lily’s death from Snape’s perspective.
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Snape’s True Allegiance
Rewrite the story of Harry Potter from Snape’s perspective showcasing his true allegiance to Dumbledore.
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Dumbledore and Death’s Discussion
What would a conversation between Albus Dumbledore and Death from the Tale of Three Brothers look like?
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Time-changing Advice
Construct a dialogue in which Dumbledore gives advice to a Hogwarts student, which drastically changes their destiny.
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The Unrevealed Life Lessons
How will Dumbledore pass on a hidden life lesson during one of his quirky conversations.
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Prime Conversation at the Mirror of Erised
Write a conversation between Dumbledore and Harry Potter at the Mirror of Erised.
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Dumbledore’s Wise Warnings
Compose a dialogue in which Albus Dumbledore warns a young Hogwarts student about an upcoming danger.
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Unexpected Hero
Write a story where Ron unexpectedly has to save the day without the help of Harry or Hermione.
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In the Shadows
Explore Ron’s thoughts and feelings living in the shadow of his successful siblings and his famous best friend, Harry Potter.
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Wizard’s Chess Adventure
As Ron, write a short adventure story about a life-or-death match of wizard’s chess.
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As Good as Secondhand
Write a piece from the perspective of Ron, centered around his feelings on receiving secondhand things.
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Loyal to a Fault
Write about a time when your loyalty to your friends required you to make hard sacrifices.
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Trust in Friendship
Create a story highlighting the value of friendship in times of crisis, much like Hermione’s relationship with Harry and Ron.
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Dedication to a Cause
Describe causes you feel strongly about, how you advocate for it and the challenges you face like Hermione with S.P.E.W.
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Role of a Muggleborn
Write an essay about being the “first” in your family to do something, much like Hermione is the first witch in her Muggle family.
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The Time-Turner Dilemma
Imagine you have a Time-Turner like Hermione. What past situation would you like to change and how would it affect your present?
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Hermione’s Intelligence
Write a story where a character’s intelligence is their strongest asset and saving grace.
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The Lessons of Neville
Identify and discuss a mistake made by Neville Longbottom and the lesson he learned from it.
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Neville’s Fear
Write about a fear that Neville Longbottom displayed and how he eventually overcame it.
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The Unseen Burdens
Articulate an instance from Draco’s life where he had to bear a personal burden that was completely hidden from others.
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The Self amidst Family Legacy
Write about Draco grappling with his family’s dark legacy and his own values.
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Friendship with Crabbe and Goyle
Explore Draco’s complex relationship with his friends, Vincent Crabbe and Gregory Goyle. Are they merely cronies or genuine friends?
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Malfoy’s Transformation
Craft a story that spotlights Draco’s development from the conceited boy at Hogwarts to a more nuanced and conflicced person.
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Parallel Worlds
Create a diary entry for Luna Lovegood as she explores an alternative magical universe.
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Confronting the Unknown
Write about Luna Lovegood’s encounter with a magical creature that no one else believes exists.
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Luna’s Perspective
Write a short story from Luna Lovegood’s point of view about her first day at Hogwarts.
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Lost in Honeydukes
Narrate the adventure of a child who gets lost behind the countless shelves in Honeydukes.
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The Three Broomsticks
Create a narrative involving a regular gathering of witches and wizards at the Three Broomsticks.
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A Secret in Hogsmeade Village
Write a story about a character uncovering a secret history of Hogsmeade Village.
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A Day in Zonko’s Joke Shop
Write about a day in the life of an employee or regular customer at Zonko’s Joke Shop.
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A Tale of Unlikely Allies
Write about the unexpected friendship that develops between Harry Potter and Severus Snape.
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Friendship Vs. House Rivalry
Analyse the friendship of Draco Malfoy and Harry Potter against the backdrop of their house rivalry.
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Friends Turned Foe
Discuss the transition of Peter Pettigrew from best friend to Voldemort’s servant.
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Ron Weasley: The Unsung Hero
Delve into the selflessness of Ron Weasley’s friendship with Harry Potter.
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The Bond Between Harry and Hermione
Discuss the complex friendship of Harry Potter and Hermione Granger.
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A Turned Leaf
Write about a wizard or witch who frequents Knockturn Alley deciding to turn their ways around.
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An Oath in the Shadows
Describe the oath-taking ceremony held secretly between two dark magic practitioners in Knockturn Alley.
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The Hidden Alley
Create a story about discovering a secret alley within Diagon Alley that no one else knows about.
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Dueling with Words
Write a dialogue between two people having a fiery verbal duel in Ollivander’s Wand Shop.
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Brewing Magic in the Potions Shop
Devise your own unique magical potion and describe its effects and uses.
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Secrets of the Leaky Cauldron
Compose a narrative about an ordinary day in the Leaky Cauldron as its innkeeper.
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Exploring Prophecy
Describe a scenario where you encounter a prophecy about yourself in the Hall of Prophecy.
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Fountain of Degree
Recount a situation where you sipped from the Fountain of All Wisdom-Breeding and explore how the wisdom you gained changed your life.
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The Time Room’s Twist
Write a narrative where you stumble upon the Time-Turners from the Time Room and have an opportunity to revisit any moment from past or future.
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Veil Between Worlds
Imagine a conversation you could have with a close one who has passed away through the veil located inside the Death Chamber.
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Morgan Le Fay in Voldemort
Consider a scenario where Voldemort displays characteristics of Morgan Le Fay, the most powerful dark magician in Arthurian legend.
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The Round Table
Formulate an alternate history where Dumbledore’s Army operates like Knights of the Round Table.
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Quest for the Holy Grail
Imagine Harry and his friends embarking on an epic quest to find a ‘Holy Grail’ within the Wizarding World.
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Forest Guardian
Imagine you’re selected to be the new guardian of the Forbidden Forest. What measures do you take to ensure the safety of the forest and its creatures?
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Magical Creature Encounter
Write about an encounter with a magical creature in the Forbidden Forest from the creature’s viewpoint.
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Forest Ghost Story
Create a ghost story based in the Forbidden Forest that is now passed down among Hogwarts students.
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Herbology Adventure
Venture into the Forbidden Forest to discover and write about a new, magical plant.
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Mystery of the Lost Centaur
Imagine you’re a Hogwarts student asked to solve the disappearance of a centaur from the Forbidden Forest.
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Inception of the Map
Write the scene in which the Marauders develop the idea for the Marauder’s Map.
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Chamber of Secrets Revealed
Imagine if you discovered a hidden room in your house. What secrets would it hold?
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Polyjuice Potion and Identity
Write about a time when you had to pretend to be someone else or you wished to be someone else.
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Diary of Tom Riddle
Write a series of diary entries from the perspective a fictional character who is opposite to you in many ways.
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Whomping Willow Adventure
Create a short story around a dangerous, mythical object or creature you encounter on a seemingly normal day.
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Ambition in Slytherin
Explore the ambitions of a new Slytherin student and the lengths they’re willing to go to achieve them.
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Hufflepuff’s Character Study
Choose a character from Hufflepuff House and dive into their thought process and motivations.
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Letters to Patronus
Suppose your Patronus could communicate. Write a series of letters sharing your fears, hopes, and dreams.
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First Encounter with Patronus
Write about the emotions and struggles of conjuring your Patronus for the very first time.
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Professor in Disguise
If you were a Hogwarts professor hiding your true Patronus, what form it would be and why.
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Discovering Your Inner Patronus
Imagine what form your Patronus would take, describing it in great detail.
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Unexpected Brew
Write about your character’s discovery of a rare and unlisted potion during a typical Potions class.
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The Mystery of the Room of Requirement
The Room of Requirement manifests something incredibly rare and magical for you. What is it and why would you require it?
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The Enchanted Object
You’ve found an enchanted object at Diagon Alley. What is it and what magical properties does it possess?
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The Lost Hogwarts House
Imagine there existed a 5th Hogwarts House. What characteristics would its students exhibit?