21+ ‘Dash’ Writing Prompts
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Farm of Magical Creatures
Picture a peaceful Western farm that instead of cattle, cultivates magical creatures. Write about a day in the life of…
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Alien Outlaw
A space ship crash lands near a small western town, the alien within takes the guise of a notorious outlaw…
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Eerie Pumpkin Carving
Write about a time when the face you carved into a pumpkin seemed to come alive.
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Unusual Superpower
Think about a unique superpower that you want and write a simple story about how you would use it to…
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The Pursuit of Forbidden Knowledge
Write about a scholar in a medieval setting who is trying to unlock secrets considered forbidden by societal norms.
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Haunted Heirloom
A family heirloom passes to you, but it harbours a resident spirit. Write a story involving your interactions with this…
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Fantasy Pet Store
If you owned a pet store for mythical creatures, what kind of animals would you sell?
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Wacky Inventions!
Describe an invention you’d create to make life more fun or easier. How would it work? Who would use it?
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Summer Serenade
Describe a scenario where a stranger serenades you in a bustling summer marketplace.
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Adventures of My Pet Dinosaur
Suppose you have a pet dinosaur in the modern world. What humorous situations would unfold?
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Alien Invasion During World War II
Write a story featuring aliens landing on Earth amidst the turmoil of World War II.
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Behemoth Tales
Write a story about waking up and finding a gigantic creature has moved into your backyard.
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The Taxman Cometh: The April Deadline
The US tax deadline falls in April. Develop a short story around the adventures and misadventures of a tax consultant…
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Pumpkin Carving Curse
Write a thrilling tale about a cursed pumpkin that brings forth real horror when carved for Halloween.
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Satire in Society
Think about a popular societal norm or aspect and rewrite it with a dash of satire.
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Compulsive Bargain Hunter
Craft a narrative about your exciting adventure in hunting for Boxing Day’s best deals.
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The Magic of Antiques
Write about an antique shop where all the items have magical powers, and choose an object that leads you to…
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Friendly Ghostly Flatmate
Imagine sharing your home with a friendly ghost – what shenanigans and sweet moments might spring up?
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Inanimate Interviews
Have a conversation with an everyday object in your house: ask it about its job, daily routines, and wishes.
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Crushing Encounters
Write about your first childhood crush and the emotions that came along with it.
