53+ ‘characters’ Writing Prompts
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Behind Closed Doors
Write a dialogue between two characters discussing a secret without revealing what that secret is.
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Out of Character Statement
Start your novel with your protagonist saying or doing something completely out of character.
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Emotional Journey
Write a potent scene that marks a significant emotional transformation for your character.
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Old Love Rekindled
Describe a love story where the characters were once lovers, drifted apart for whatever reason, and reunite after many years.
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The Accidental Meeting
Construct a storyline where two characters, who under normal circumstances would never cross paths, meet due to an improbable series of events.
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The Romantic Rival
Make two characters fall in love, but introduce a third character who complicates the romantic equation.
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A Familiar Stranger
Your main antagonist believes they have never met the protagonist before, but when they are introduced, the protagonist remember them all too well from a childhood memory.
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Mirror Image
Write a scene where your protagonist and antagonist meet for the first time, but neither of them realizes who the other is.
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The Protagonist’s Quirk
Describe a special or unique trait of your protagonist that sets them apart from others.
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The Ideology Narrative
Pen down your personal ideological journey, how your thoughts have transformed over the years, and what influenced those changes.
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Decoding Superhero Tales
Analyze a popular superhero movie or comic series, detailing its cultural significance and impact.
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Unforgettable Characters
Write a detailed profile of a person who has deeply influenced your life, presenting a vivid portrayal of their personality, appearance, and interaction with you.
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Histories Mysteries Unleashed
Select an unsolved historical mystery and pen down a fictional resolution to it.
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Discovering Sequential Art
Investigate your experience with the first comic book you ever read and describe its impact.
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Mastering Mystery
Craft a story about an enigmatic figure in the town everyone is intrigued by, but no one really knows.
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Closing the Distance
Write about a long-distance relationship and the ensuing miscommunication and conflicts. Explore how the characters find their way back to harmony.
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Maze of Deceptions
You are the protagonist caught in a web of secrets and lies. Write a story involving uncovering truths.
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Character’s Personal Artifact
Write about an object that carries significant meaning for your character.
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Inner Monologue
Initiate a dialogue with one of your characters. Have them express their secret thoughts and inner feelings.
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Look Who’s Back
Write an encounter between two characters who have a shared history, where one of them was believed to be dead or missing but suddenly reappears.
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Facing the Final Moment
Write a scene where one character is faced with a life-or-death decision that will impact not only their life but the life of another character as well.
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Dialogue in a Dark Room
Create a dialogue between two characters who are in a dark room and cannot see each other.
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Surviving in a Post-Apocalyptic World
Write a graphic novel script set in a dystopian world that has survived an unknown apocalypse.
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The Perfect Crime
Craft a narrative about an exceptionally brilliant detective and a criminal mastermind who can pull off ‘the perfect crime’.
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Comically Misplaced
Describe — humorously, of course — being in the wrong place at the absolute wrong time.
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Rendezvous at Midnight
Write a narrative about two characters who must meet at midnight to exchange something of great importance.
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Destined Lovers
Weave a tale of two individuals who feel a compelling yet inexplicable connection the moment they meet.
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Love Letter Continuity
Craft a series of love letters between two characters over several defining moments in their romantic journey.
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Disappeared Without a Trace
Compose a narrative about a character who suddenly vanishes from a small town.
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Behind The Camera
Imagine yourself as a director of a popular TV show or movie, discuss the changes you would make.
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Dreamscape Reality
Reflect on a dream that left a lasting impression on you and describe how it intersects with your waking life.
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The Unwritten Chapter
Imagine a never-before-seen chapter of your favorite book, placed anywhere within the storyline. Write this missing piece.
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Generation Gap
Write about a story where a grandparent and a grandchild try to bridge their generational gap.
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Breaking Boundaries
Narrate a story about two individuals from drastically different backgrounds breaking past societal barriers to form an unlikely friendship.
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The Birth of Civilization
Write a story about a day in the life of an individual living in one of the first Mesopotamian cities.
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Fantasy Family Meetup
Pick any historical figures, celebrities, or fictional characters to create your dream family. Why did you choose them and what role do they play?
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Dream Family Design
Write about what your dream family would look like. Who are the members, where do you live, and what are your routines?
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The Extended Family Chapter
Imagine a future gathering with your extended family. How does it look and feel? What dynamics are in play?
