851+ ‘Concept’ Writing Prompts
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The Power of Numbers
Write about a mathematical principle, theorem or equation that you find powerful or impactful.
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Premonition of the Pole Star
Capture a vampire’s journey following a prophecy foretelling his doom from an ancient vampire lore.
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My Alternate Reality
Seen through a magical mirror, describe how your life is different in an alternate reality.
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Trip Through the Galaxy
Pretend that you are an astronaut voyaging into outer space, describe your journey.
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The Easter Miracle
Script a play that revolves around a small town preparing for a grand Easter celebration when a miracle happens.
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Animal Adaptation Tales
If you were a biologist and discovered a new animal that had adapted to change in its environment, what would…
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Unseen Inhabitants
The world discovers that we have invisible neighbors living in a parallel universe that overlaps our own. Write a story…
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Robotic Romance
Imagine a society where humans and AI coexist, and write about a blossoming relationship between a human and their AI.
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The Time Machine Discovery
Imagine you discovered a time machine in your backyard. Where would you go and what would you do?
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Martian Murder Mystery
Write a story about a detective on a newly colonised Mars solving the first-ever murder on the red planet.
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Leap Year Legislation
A new law states that decisions made on February 29th don’t have legal effect until the next Leap Year.
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February – The Month of Adoration
Imagine February is not just the month of love for couples, but also an enforced month for political leaders worldwide…
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Groundhogs Day Diplomacy
Imagine a global political situation resolved using the superstition attached with groundhog’s shadow.
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Friendship to Love
In this story, write about friends who realize their feelings for each other on Valentine’s Day.
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Mahatma Gandhi’s Peace Journey
Write a letter to Mahatma Gandhi, expressing your views on his concept of nonviolent resistance.
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New Horizons
You find yourself needing to relocate your group to safer grounds in a zombie apocalypse.
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Santa’s Screen Test
Santa Claus decides to reboot a popular Christmas movie but with a twist – he’s the lead character. What plot…
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A New Star in Bethlehem
Imagine if the Star of Bethlehem was a spacecraft. Write a Christmas story from this interesting perspective.
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Market Mechanics
Explore your experiences and perspectives on the concept of market supply and demand and its impact on everyday life.
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Concept of Time
Write about your understanding of the concept of Daylight Saving Time and its impact on your lifestyle.
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Building New Foundations
Express your feelings about trust, what it means to you and how you plan to rebuild it within yourself and…
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Phantom Species
Describe a day in the life of a phantom species- an animal or plant that’s believed to be extinct, but…
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Rebirth After the Downpour
Write a story or poem about the rebirth and renewal that come following a long period of rainy, stormy weather.
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Family Ties
Reflect on a quote about family and use it as a basis to evaluate your familial relationships.
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Quirkius Maximus: The Gladiator Who Tickled Instead of Tussled
Your character is a bona fide Roman gladiator, but he doesn’t fight with swords or spears. Write about his escapades…
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Sweater-Clad Superhero
There’s a new superhero in town, and their source of power comes from a seemingly mundane item: a brightly colored,…
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Self-Echoes
Create a dramatic narrative about a person who starts to see their own ghost from the past during stressful situations.
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The Language of Trees
If trees could talk, what would they say? Write a conversation between yourself and a tree.
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Walk in Scout’s Shoes
Inspired by Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, write a story from a child’s perspective about a difficult topic they…
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Epistolary Exchange
Set up a correspondence between two characters who are far apart, whether geographically or metaphorically.
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Hibernation Dreams
Describe the dreams you might have if you were to hibernate throughout winter like animals do.
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The Time Dilation Dilemma
Write a story about space explorers experiencing the effects of time dilation, where time for them moves slower than for…
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Tree of Forgiveness
Write about planting a ‘tree of forgiveness’ where each leaf represents a specific regret you have.
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Moral Quandary
Develop a story where a character witnesses a friend’s spouse in a compromising situation and is conflicced on whether or…
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The Perfect Snowflake
Create a detailed story about catching the perfect snowflake and the journey that follows.
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The Equinox Epiphany
Penn an epiphany you had that might coincide with the equinox – the more or less equal durations of day…
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Helping a Stray
Write about a time or an imaginary scenario where you helped a stray or an injured animal.
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Emotional Colors: The Feelings Spectrum
Write about a particular color that you associate with a certain emotion. Explain why you make that connection.
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Who to Ask for Help
Write a narrative in which the central character seeks help from a safety officer.
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Infinite Echoes
Write a story where two soulmates have lived multiple lives together and each time, they find a way back to…
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Thankful towards a Teacher
Write a thank you note to a teacher who has made a significant impact on you this academic year.
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The Unfair Trade
Your superhero had to give up something they dearly loved in order to gain their powers. What was it and…
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Time Recovery Agency
Pen a story about a secret agency responsible for maintaining the timeline, and a rogue agent who threatens it.
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Lush Deserted Edens
You’re part of an exploration team that stumbles upon an uncharted planet brimming with lush vegetation and water, but devoid…
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The Philosophy of Time
Write about your opinion regarding time – is it linear, cyclical, or something completely different?
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Letter to Your Future Spouse
Write a prediction of your future spouse, and the kind of love letter you would like to give to them.
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Road to Self-Discovery
Write about a moment or experience that has greatly shaped the person you are today.
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An Alien’s Perspective on Gender
Write from the perspective of an alien who belongs to a species that has no concept of gender.
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Shapeshifter’s Secret
Write a narrative focusing on a shapeshifter who can’t control their transformations when they’re around their human crush.
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Consumerism Critic
Write about consumerism – is it a beneficial driving force for the economy or detrimental to societal values and the…
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Time Machine Mix-up
In their first-ever time travel, a novice time traveller misinterprets the controls and ends up at a dinosaur-themed amusement park.
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World Freedom Day Reflections
Write about what freedom means to you in the context of today’s global environment.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers
Chronicle a transformative event or series of events for your protagonist occurring over April, with the changes coming into full…
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Mechanical Guardian
Craft a tale about a fully autonomous artificial intelligence system that becomes a high-tech superhero.
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Japanese Joya No Kane Tradition
Compose a reflective piece based on the Japanese tradition of ‘Joya no Kane.’
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A Glimpse of the Future
You have somehow received the ability to see one moment of the upcoming year. What is it, and how do…
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The Umbrella Shop
Write about a magical umbrella shop where each umbrella gives the holder a unique power.
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The Library Structure
Imagine designing your dream library, bringing in the most exciting features and comfortable atmospheres. Detail your vision.
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Everlasting Journey
Narrate a story where you become a ghost and need to navigate the unfamiliar supernatural world.
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Underwater Adventure
Write a story about a day-long journey to explore the lives of sea creatures under the water.
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Opposite Perspectives
Write a conversation between two characters– first from the point of view of one character, then from the other.
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The Day My Pet Spoke
Imagine that your pet could talk for a day. What would it say and what would you talk about?
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Disappearing Doorway
Write about a door that disappears and reappears in different places, leading the person who enters to random destinations.
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Fashion Evolution
Write about how your spring wardrobe has changed over the years and what influenced those changes.
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The Mutation Lottery
Contrive a dystopian future where mutations are embraced, and a ‘Mutation Lottery’ is held to decide what genetic enhancement citizens…
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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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Doppelgänger Danger
Write a thrilling murder mystery involving a victim’s evil doppelgänger who emerges after their death.
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Transformative Words
Choose a motivational quote about transformation and discuss how you can manifest transformation in your life.
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Guardian of Motivation
Create a fictional character who embodies the concept of ‘motivation’. Discuss their personal traits, their strengths, their weaknesses, and their…
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Quiet Town’s Dark Secret
Detail the chilling experience of a newcomer in a small town where everyone has an unsettling shared secret.