712+ ‘Ability’ Writing Prompts
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Survival Strategies
Imagine you are a caveman during the Ice Age and describe your day-to-day strategies for survival.
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Mesmerising App
Create a thrilling narrative around a new app that has strange and unexpected consequences on its users.
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Seeing Beyond the Seen
Write a tale about an invisible superhero who can see other invisible entities.
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Gratitude and Memory
Write about a past event that you didn’t necessarily appreciate at the time, but now with perspective, feel grateful for…
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Remember It All
Create a character who has the superpower of perfect recall, never forgetting any detail.
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Resilience Reframed
Write about how the events of 2020 have altered your perception of personal resilience.
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Piecing Together History
Imagine life in a world where writing didn’t exist. How would information be passed, shared, or remembered? Reflect on the…
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The Privacy Thief
Imagine a world where technology has advanced to the point where privacy is a myth—surveillance is omnipresent and personal secrets…
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Pain into Poetry
Transform a painful experience into a beautiful poem.
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Creating A Planet
Invent a new planet and describe what it looks like, who or what lives there and what daily life is…
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Summoned Fear
Write about a fantastical world where fear can be weaponized, summoned and used in battle.
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Time Travel by Virtual Reality
Imagine using a virtual reality headset that can transport you to any moment in history. Which period would you choose…
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Pizza Perfection
Describe your perfect pizza using as many descriptive verbs and adjectives as you can.
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Reclaiming Your Happiness
Write about the simple things that used to bring you joy and how you can introduce them back into your…
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Sustainable Symphony
Compose a symphony inspired by earth’s natural processes like photosynthesis or the water cycle.
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The Photograph’s Secret
Story of a protagonist who uses historical photographs to time-travel and solve mysteries from the past.
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Journey to the Tomorrow
Write a suspenseful story of a time-travelling detective who prevents future crimes.
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Chase through Time
Create a suspenseful cat-and-mouse chase between a relentless detective and a criminal with the ability to time travel.
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The Air Conditioner Revolt
Imagine if all the air conditioners in the world decided to go on strike during the hottest summer.
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Ice Cream Conspiracy
Write a humorous tale of an ice cream truck that only comes around when it’s the hottest day of the…
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Unseen Power
Tell a story about a character who possesses a subtle, yet powerful superhuman ability that no one notices.
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The Burden Bearer
Create a story where a character, burdened by their uncontrollable superhuman abilities, journeys to control it.
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The Origins of Power
Write a story of a character discovering their superhuman ability for the first time.
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Mundane to Marvelous
Narrate a tale of a commoner turned superhero without the aid of a glamorous cape or a striking suit.
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The Uncontrolled Contraption
Imagine a superhero with a gadget that has the ability to control the user instead of the other way around.
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Prompt Name: My Family Book
Create a book about your own family and explain why each person is so special.
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Bursts of Gratitude
Set a timer for five minutes and write down as many things you’re grateful for within the duration.
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Symbols of St. Patrick: The Shamrock
Write a story where Shamrocks come to life and explain the concept of The Holy Trinity to a group of…
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The Shape-Shifter Healer
Write a story where a shape-shifter uses his/her ability to transform and mimic to heal others.
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Indelible Taste Memories
Narrate the story of a meal or a food item from your childhood that still resonates with you.
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Ethereal Space Convict
In a universe where every crime is recorded and broadcasted, tell the story of a fugitive en route to the…
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From a Snowflake’s Perspective
Consider life from the viewpoint of a snowflake descending from the cloud-laden sky.
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Unusual Superpower
Think about a unique superpower that you want and write a simple story about how you would use it to…
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Celebrating Art From A Child’s Eye
Write an appreciation piece for a childhood art project that you truly admire.
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Building Imaginary Worlds
Write about a fantastical world or land you used to imagine or illustrate when you were young.
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Unexpected Generosity
Share a story of a seemingly Scrooge-like character who performs a heartwarming act of charity or kindness during Christmas.
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Winter Wonderland
Write a story about a magical winter adventure, using vivid imagery to set the scene.
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Summer Vacation Adventures
Write a story about an exciting adventure you would like to have over the summer.
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Space-Time Traveller
Write a story about a kid who has the ability to travel across space and time.
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The Ethics of AI
Write about the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, exploring potential benefits and drawbacks.
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Time Travel Target
Imagine a detective with the ability to time travel who must solve the murder of their future self.
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Android Enchantress
Consider an advanced android with the ability to practice ancient magic. Explore her struggle to find acceptance in both realms…
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Lost Love Letters
Write a story about a character who discovers lost love letters addressed to their partner on Valentine’s Day.
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Alien Visitor
Pretend you are an alien visiting Earth for the first time. Write about your observations and experiences.
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Robot Rebellion
You wake up as a robot in a world where humans have become overly dependent on machines. Describe your experience…
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Conundrum of The Never-Ending Maze
Imagine being trapped in a maze with shifting walls. Write about how you navigate through it to escape.
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Story Element Journey
Write a short narrative about a hero who embarks on a journey for a sought-after treasure.
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The Unwanted Legacy
An ex-superhero has a son/daughter who unexpectedly inherits their ability, causing alarm for the retired hero.
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Superpowers Reset
Choose a classic superhero and explore how a drastic change in their superpowers would affect their life and responsibilities.
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Blood Red Riding Hood
Rewrite the classic tale of ‘Red Riding Hood’ but turn the protagonist into a werewolf.
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The Silver Linings
Write about a difficult situation you encountered and the positives that emerged from it.
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Blossoming Skills
Select a skill you’ve recently acquired and explain why it’s important to your personal development.
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Life’s New Chapter
Write about a time when you made a big transition in life, such as moving to a new place or…
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The ‘What If’ Scenario
Imagine if you were able to travel in time for a day. Where would you go and what would you…
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Year’s Best Decision
Write about the best decision you made this year and the factors that led you to it.
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The Overshadowed Suspect
Write a mystery where the most obvious suspect, through multiple shreds of evidence, is not the godfather.
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Rebuilding Trust
Write about how heartbreak has affected your ability to trust, and the steps you’re taking to rebuild it.
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Invisible Threads
Create a narrative that explores a world connected by invisible threads that only a few can see and manipulate.
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The Unexpected Visitor
One evening, an elderly stranger visited your home asking for help. Write their story.
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The Talking Pet
Your pet (or an imaginary pet) suddenly gains the ability to speak! What would they say? What conversations would you…
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My Magical Power
Choose a magical ability you would like to possess. How would it affect your daily activities? How could it be…
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Delia’s Time-Traveling Dentures
Imagine a sweet old grandmother’s dentures have an uncanny ability to transport her to any place or time she fancies…
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Pumpkin Patch Mystery
Devise a short mystery story where a pumpkin patch is an essential part of the plot.
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The PTSD Protector
Write about a superhero dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder from constantly facing life-or-death situations.
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Shadows on the Mind
Create a thrilling story revolving around a protagonist who can listen to the thoughts of others.
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Perception Deception
Your character can read minds but struggles with the woes of knowing everyone’s thoughts and intentions.
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Invisible Chatter
Concoct a story about a person who starts hearing voices in their head, only to discover they can commune with…
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Magical Pet
Invent a magical pet with special abilities, describe it and how it will make your everyday life even more exciting.
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Person of Profound Impact
Write about a person who has greatly influenced your life, spending time emphasizing why you’re thankful for them.
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Crafting Perfect Paragraphs
Write a paragraph describing a meal that you recently had, in a way that stimulates all the senses.