851+ ‘Concept’ Writing Prompts
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Unmasking Emotions and Imagery
Take an abstract concept like love, time, or pain and express it through a poem using vivid imagery.
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Roots and Routes
Describe the place your character was born and raised, their journey from there, and how this movement has impacted their persona.
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Reality Shattering Finale
The protagonist reaches the climax of their journey only to find out that the world they believed in doesn’t exist.
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Eavesdrop Tango
Write a conversation between two different individuals in a public setting, overheard by a third character who misinterprets the entire interaction.
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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 Blend of Science and Spirituality
Identify and pen down a concept or theory that successfully blends science and spirituality in a way that resonates with you.
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The Digital Divide
Examine the concept of the technological digital divide and its impacts on society.
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Triumphant Transformation
Describe a personal hardship or challenge you faced and how it changed you for the better.
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Building Communities with Words
Discuss the importance of online communities and how your blog contributes to this network.
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Interview with a Stranger
Describe an encounter with a stranger who piqued your interest. How did the interaction change you, and what did it reveal about society and your place in it?
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Seeking My True North
Describe what integrity means to you and how it plays a role in your everyday life.
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Learning from Failure
Reflect on a time when you failed or struggled in school and what it taught you.
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Mythical Creatures
Invent a mythical creature that exists in your world, including its powers and how it fits into the wider ecosystem.
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A Deal with the Supernatural
Your protagonist finds a supernatural entity that grants any wish but with a terrible price.
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Mirror Universe
Imagine waking up to find yourself in a world that is achingly familiar, yet subtly different.
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Art in action
Mold an artistic concept into a narrative centered around a painter who uses their art in unconventional ways.
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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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Imprisoned in Paintings
Develop a story about a character who can venture into the world of paintings, only to realize that an evil entity does not want them to leave.
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Embark on a Space Colony
You are selected as one of the pioneers to inhabit a space colony on a distant planet.
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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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Parallel Universe Postcard
Imagine you’ve received a postcard from an alternate universe version of yourself. Write what’s on the postcard.
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Gateway of Memories
You found a door in your house that you’ve never noticed before. Where does it lead?
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Simulacra and Simulation
Write about a day in a simulated universe. How would you differentiate between the simulation and reality?
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The Perspectivism Paradox
What would the world look like from the perspective of an other-than-human entity such as a tree or an artifact?
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Out of Comfort Zone
Narrate a story about an individual who leaves their comfort zone to chase an unrealistic dream.
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A Dinner Date to Remember
You’re on a dinner date with the last book you read. Write how the conversation would go.
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Family Budget Planning
Write about your experiences or perceptions towards budgeting within your family.
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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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Chosen Family
Describe a relationship you have with someone who isn’t related to you by blood but feels like family.