17+ ‘Ballad’ Writing Prompts
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Brogues and Ballads
Write a toast that incorporates the Irish brogue (accent) and a traditional ballad.
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November Ballad
Imagine you are a musician tasked to compose a song that encapsulates the spirit of November. Describe the process.
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Song of Remembrance
November is the time for remembrance. Write a letter to a lost loved one as if creating the lyrics for a song in their honor.
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Ballad of the Moonlit Dance
Write a scene where your characters fall in love during a midsummer night’s masquerade ball.
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The Lost Ballad
Envision a tale where a vampire is cursed to relive his tragic past through a haunting melody.
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The Busker’s Ballad
An amateur musician on the street corners stirs up an old scandal with his latest composition.
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Exploring the Story of Forgotten Song
Imagine a forgotten song that holds the key to an unsolved mystery.
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Black Blizzards Ballad
Craft a narrative around a character that sees the disaster of Dust Bowl as an opportunity for change and hope.
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A Symphony in Words
Write a verse for a love song with a ballad-like narrative of how you met your lover.
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Ballad of Gym Leaders
Compose a ballad honouring the Gym Leaders’ roles and the challenges they present.
