1557+ ‘A’ Writing Prompts
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Echoes in Dreamland
Write a poem focusing on the echo of a certain sound you heard in a dream that has lingered with…
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The Trinity of Existence
Write a poem dissecting the interplay between who we are, who we think we are, and who others perceive us…
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Meaning in a Material World
Explore the relationship between happiness and material possessions in a poetic context.
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The Morality of Choice
Formulate a poem dealing with the choices we make and their moral implications.
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Infinity and Eternity
Write a poem that grapples with the notion of infinity and what it truly means to be eternal.
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Enigmatic Dreams
Write a poem based on a cryptic dream you’ve had and the influence it had, or has on your thoughts…
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Kaleidoscope Emotions
Write a poem about experiencing a myriad of emotions at the same time, just like looking through a rotating kaleidoscope.
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Time’s Tricky Flow
Write a poem about the perception of time, and how it seems to slow down or speed up depending on…
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Key of Silence
Write a poem about silence and what it means to you, and explore the various forms of silence you’ve encountered.
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Whispers of Love
Describe a powerful moment of love, be it romantic, familial, or platonic, that left a profound impact on you.
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Weathering the Storm
Create an emotional monologue highlighting the struggles you encountered and overcame in your darkest hour.
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Childhood’s End
Write about the moment you realized your childhood had ended and adulthood had begun.
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Euphoria Uncovered
Describe a time in your life where you felt an overwhelming sense of joy and happiness.
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Metaphorical Musing
Write a poem using slant rhymes about a shared human experience like love or grief.
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Slant Rhyme Self-Portrait
Create a poem about yourself using slant rhymes to illustrate your character, quirks, and personal journey.
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Flickered Feelings
Pen a poem embodying the emotions stirred within you after watching a particularly impactful film.
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Cinematic Vista
Craft a poem describing the backdrop or setting of a movie scene that particularly impressed or moved you.
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Reel of Relationships
Compose a poem detailing the dynamics and evolution of a relationship between characters in a film.
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Silver Screen Reflection
Write a poem from the perspective of a movie character in a defining moment of their journey.
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Museum Mysteries
Compose a verse that describes a night locked in a museum, having the chance to explore all the exhibits with…
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Time Capsule tales
Narrate a poem about finding a forgotten time capsule, and the memories that come flooding back.
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Carnival of Life
Write a poem that describes a day at the fair, using the rides, games, foods, and people as metaphors for…
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Odyssey of the Stars
Craft a verse that chronicles a cosmic journey through galaxies and celestial bodies.
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The Whispered Forest
Pen down a poem about an imaginary journey through a forest, describing all that you see, feel, hear, smell, and…
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Echo Chambers of Past
Compose an abstract poem capturing the reverberations of past actions in your present.
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Shared Recollections
Compose a narrative poem centered around a shared memory with a close friend or family member.
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Road to Self-Discovery
Pen down a poem narrating your journey towards discovering who you really are.
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The Joy of Giving
Write a poem about the experience of selflessly giving to someone and the joy, it brought you.
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Risen from the Darkness
Write a poem about a time when you felt hopeless, but then discovered a glimmer of hope.
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Night Sky Nostalgia
Write a poem about the various emotions and memories evoked by a starry night sky.
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The Forgotten Artifacts
Compose a poem about an old photograph or painting that evokes powerful emotions.
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Sense the Swirl
Write a poem on the experiences of different wildlife as they interact with the elements.
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Divine Prisms of Color
Use the vivid colors in nature to draw inspiration for a lush, descriptive poem.
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Lost Echoes
Pen a poem on a long-ended relationship or friendship from the perspective of remembering it years later.
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Polychromatic Personification
Create a poem that personifies your favorite color and describes its journey through a day.
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Café Philosophy
Craft a poem centered around a philosophical conversation you’d have in a café with a stranger.
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Deconstructing Dreams
Write a free verse poem about a vivid dream or nightmare, presenting it without any context.
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Emotive Imagery
Compose a free verse poem centered around an emotion using primarily color and nature imagery.
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Nostalgia Time Capsule
Write a poem about an object, a smell, or a sound that transports you back to a critical time in…
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The Complexity of Joy
Write a poem exploring joy in a moment when it was unexpected or even inappropriate.
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Unshackled Sorrow
Write a poem about a time you felt immense sorrow but keep it devoid of people, focusing instead on the…
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Poetic Empathy
Write a poem from the perspective of a person you’ve disagreed or argued with recently.
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Symphony of the Seasons
Write a poetry piece that captures the essence of a particular season using sensory details.
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Brushstrokes of Emotion
Pen a poem that depicts a particular emotion, characterized by rich, descriptive imageries.
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Wrapped in Rhythm
Write a poem solely focusing on the rhythm and rhyme without worrying too much about the subject or purpose.
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Unmasking Emotions and Imagery
Take an abstract concept like love, time, or pain and express it through a poem using vivid imagery.
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The Poet’s Lens
Write a poem to explain what you think a poet’s thought process is like when writing a poem.
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Strength in Crisis
Draft a compelling scene where your main character handles a crisis or a challenging situation.
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Unexpected Alliance
Write about a moment when your protagonist forms an unlikely friendship or alliance.
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Symbols of Connection
Describe an object or person that carries immense significance for your leading character.
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A Show of Character
Put your protagonist in a situation where they perform an act of kindness randomly.