138+ ‘Captivating’ Writing Prompts
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Galaxy Odyssey
Imagine you’re piloting a starship through the endless space, what is your journey like and what new worlds do you…
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Seasonal Transformation
Pick your favorite season and describe how your surroundings transform during this season.
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November Rain: A Love story
Write a romance story set in November with the persistent rain as a significant character.
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The Hunt for the Missing Valentine
Write a captivating mystery picture book centered around a missing Valentine’s Day card.
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My Halloween Adventure
Craft a fictional story about a unique, thrilling, and adventurous Halloween night.
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Unsolved Codes and Symbols
Write about an expert linguist deciphering an undeciphered ancient language or coded messages.
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Ice Skating Elegance
Describe an ice skating performance that is both enchanting and nerve-wracking.
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The Art of Deception
Write about a charming con artist who crafts a notorious pyramid scheme, beguiling unsuspecting victims into losing their money.
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Signs of Destiny
Pen down a story where a character’s future is foretold by a itinerant seer, using symbolic objects.
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The Mystery of the Abandoned Mansion
Imagine a never-before-entered mansion that holds the key to an unsolved murder.
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Haunted House Rules
A family moving into a haunted house must negotiate certain rules with the resident ghosts.
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The Royal Identity Crisis
Imagine a royal character who struggles with their identity. Are they truly royalty or an imposter?
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Unseen Metropolis
Describe a city that’s hidden underneath another, the inhabitants only coming out at night.
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Parisian Passion
Pen a love story of two characters randomly meeting at a Parisian cafe and forming an endearing bond.
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Secrets of the Microcosm
Write a story where you’re an explorer discovering a secret world inside a dewdrop.
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Bioluminescent Wonder
Imagine you’ve discovered a new bioluminescent organism and describe its features, behavior, and habitat.
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The Extraordinary School
Envision an unusual school where magical things happen. Write a story about a day at this school.
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Lost in the Wild
Imagine being stranded on a deserted island. Write a captivating story of survival.
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First Ladies, First Stories
Choose a First Lady and write a unique and engaging story about her influence on the president and the country.
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Ghost Town Echoes
Create a story inspired by a silent small town occupied by the approaching enemy army.
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Culinary Time Machine
Write a story where a traditional New Year food transports you to a significant moment.
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Lost Legends
Imagine discovering a neglected piece of folklore from an extinct civilization. Bring it to life through your narrative.
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Immortal November Willow
Detail a connection with the November Willow who has lived for generations.
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Artistic Artifice
Weave a mystery where the crime scene is an art gallery, and the clue lies in understanding the artwork.
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Sunken Ships & Forgotten Lore
Imagine you stumble upon a long-lost shipwreck, laden with treasure and forgotten stories. Write about the ship’s history, last voyage,…
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The Excavation Horror
During an archaeological excavation, an ancient tomb is unearthed, revealing a murderous history that’s starting to repeat itself.
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March Hare Mystique
Write a short piece where you are a March Hare engaged in an intriguing adventure.
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My Life As a Book
Transform your life story into a captivating book, noting down the most significant events as individual chapters.
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Beneath the Ocean Waves
Tell a tale of an underwater adventure, describing the aquatic life and unique features of the underwater world.
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Uninvited Guest
Construct a dialogue between a paranormal investigator and a ghost who refuses to leave the investigator’s house after an investigation.
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The Tale of Two Lands
Imagine two different lands separated by a thick, magical forest. One land is always sunny while the other is covered…
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Your Day in Doodles
Illustrate your day in simple doodles and then narrate the stories behind each one.
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A Day at the Toy Shop
Imagine you’re a toy in a busy toy shop. Describe a typical day from your perspective.
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Resisting the Dark Side
Write a self-conversation that a Jedi might have to resist the lure of the Dark Side.
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Recounting Rudolf
Create the diary of Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz, showcasing his thoughts before his capture.
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The Selkie’s Seal Coat
Write a story that incorporates the legend of the Selkie – a creature that lives as a seal in the…
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Nightmare of the Time Traveler
Your protagonist can time travel, but every time they do, they see horrifying premonitions.
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Wildlife Warriors
Imagine a world where wildlife can communicate with humans through a group of kids. How do they help maintain natural…
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Hidden Letters
Write about a character that discovers a hidden letter in an old trunk, revealing a family secret.
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Through the Lens of an Ant
Imagine an ordinary man suddenly waking up as an ant and experiencing the world from this tinier, but captivating perspective.
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Dances around Maypole
Narrate a joyful May Day celebration in your old town, featuring the iconic Maypole dance.
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Autumn Dragon’s Tale
Imagine a world where the transition to winter is controlled by dragons. Write a captivating story about the November Dragon’s…
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Creature of the Unknown
Design a completely new fantasy creature and describe its characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and special abilities.
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The Dark Forest’s Guardian
Create a story about a menacing creature that lives in a haunted forest, protecting an ancient and dangerous secret.
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The Magic Word
Write a poem about a word that sounds magical to you, and describe why it’s enchanting.
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Shadow Sleepwalkers
Write about a ghost who visits you in dreams and guides you on spectral sleepwalking adventures.
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Saga of the Shieldmaiden
Narrate a captivating tale of a Viking shield maiden, her training, and first battle.
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The Secret Society of Paperback Books
Your collection of books comes alive every evening and each character comes out to socialize. What kind of stories would…
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Festival Foodie Fiction
Write a fictional story revolving around Latkes or Sufganiyot, traditional Hanukkah foods.
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Phantasmal Island Expedition
You’re an explorer who has discovered a mysterious, uncharted island filled with strange creatures, unfamiliar plants, and secrets.
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Message in a Bottle
You find a message in a bottle washed ashore. What does it say and what do you do about it?
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A Dialogue with My Future Self
Write an engaging conversation between your current self and your future self.
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A Delicious Meal
Write about the most delicious meal you have ever eaten, and try to make the reader taste it just through…
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Mysterious Mermaid Encounter
Imagine your ship is stranded in the middle of the ocean and you encounter a mysterious mermaid.
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Inventive Illustration
Create a detailed description of an imaginary creature or machine that exists in a world different from ours.
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Loving My Reflection
Write a letter to your reflection sharing five things you admire about your appearance.
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The Magic Paintbrush
Write a story where you have a magic paintbrush that can bring your drawings to life.
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Codes and Clues
Develop a conversation wherein the dialogue is full of riddles or codes. One character is attempting to decipher these messages.
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Dangerous Dialect and Captivating Conversation
Your villain has a unique way of expressing themselves that is oddly charming. Write about a conversation they have that…
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Shades of Blue
Imagine being a painter and describe what you would draw using only different shades of blue.
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Coding in Words
Devise a captivating title that serves as a secret code relevant to the mystery plot.
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Echoes of Existence
Write about a deserted landscape and envision the lives it might have once housed.
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A Brush with Eternity
Compose a captivating portrait of an ancient, enduring landscape, such as a mountain range or a legend tied to a…
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My Hero’s Journey
Choose someone you admire and turn their life story into an exciting adventure tale.
