28+ ‘Character creation’ Writing Prompts
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The Talking Pet Mystery
Suppose your pet could suddenly speak human language. What would it say and what secrets might it reveal?
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Fireside Stories
Imagine you’re huddled by a roaring fire while a snowstorm rages outside; what story would you tell to keep spirits high?
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Fantastic Friends of the Alphabet Land
Imagine there is a land where each inhabitant is named after an alphabet. Write about these inhabitants.
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The Unseen Photographer
Imagining the person behind the camera, describe who they might be and what led them to take this particular photograph.
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Moon Whisperer
Create a character who is able to communicate with the moon. What secrets does the October moon reveal to them?
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“The Missing Thanksgiving Dinner”
Solve a case about a small town’s highly anticipated community Thanksgiving dinner that goes missing.
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Musical Instrument Adventure
Imagine your favorite musical instrument was your best friend – write about a day spent together.
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Your Star Wars Character
Imagine you are a character in the Star Wars universe. Describe your role, abilities, and how you contribute to the saga.
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“My Imaginary Kingdom”
Design an imaginary kingdom or world and describe the fantastic characters, magical creatures, and strange landscapes you would find there.
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From the Opposite Lens
Write a day in the life of an average citizen living during a major historical event.
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Travel through the Rainbow
Imagine you went through a rainbow and describe the world on the other side.
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Fantastic Beasts in My Backyard
Create a tale about discovering a magical creature in your backyard and the unique experiences you share.
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Grandma’s Secret Life
Suppose your grandmother was actually a secret agent. Write a story detailing her secret life.
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Creatures of Imagination
Imagine and write about a mystical creature that only exists in a unique world you’ve created.
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Villainous Virtues
Identify the redeeming qualities or virtues in your villain and write a scene where these qualities come to the fore.
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Choosers Of The Slain
Create a tale about warriors from your fantasy world who are chosen to protect it in a time of crisis.
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Casting Director
Imagine being a casting director for a TV show or film. Describe the type of actor you would seek for the main roles and why.
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Character Creation
Craft a story entirely focused on the development of a complex and believable main character.
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Voices in the Crowd
Consider yourself in a crowd of people. Everyone’s talking, but you’re only drawn to one voice. Write a poem about the voice that captures your attention.
