199+ ‘Desire’ Writing Prompts
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Veiled Love
Write a love story between a vampire and mortal, focusing on the dangerous yet intoxicating allure of the supernatural.
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Wishing Well of Kindness
Imagine you found a magic well that grants wishes, but only those that do good for others. Write about the wishes you would make.
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Unrealized Aspirations
Muse on a repeating dream that reflects an unfulfilled desire or an unrealized aspiration.
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Journey into the Frozen Unknown
Write a story about a perilous expedition into the uncharted Arctic wilderness.
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The Wishing Well
Imagine you stumble upon a magical wishing well that can grant any three wishes, write about what you would wish for.
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Fantastical Garden Gumption
Craft an imaginative tale about a gardener who plants seeds of dreams that bloom into realities.
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New Year, New Me
Write about one major change that you desire to make for self-improvement in the coming new year.
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Transcendent Tyranny
Write about a villain who aims to harness time travel, potentially altering history to favor their reign.
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Evolution of Evil
Dive into the transformation of a minor villain into a fearsome antagonist, outlining the experiences that escalate their villainy.
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Vengeance Served Cold
What grave injustice has your villain suffered that ignited their desire for revenge?
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The Veil of Humanity
Imagine a vampire who desperately tries to retain their humanity despite their monstrous transformation.
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The Key to Imagination
Imagine coming across an old, rusted key and write a story about what it opens.
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Creature’s Redemption
Imagine a scenario where a vampire or a werewolf seeks redemption for their past deeds and attempts to lead a normal life.
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Elusive Wish List
You are the only person who knows where everyone’s lost wish lists end up – tell their stories.
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Villain’s Redemption
Imagine a situation where a villain tries to atone for their past actions. How do they seek redemption?
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Treasure-filled Basement
Write about discovering an object of extraordinary value in the basement of an old, decrepit house.
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Journey to a New Planet
Imagine you’re traveling to a new, uninhabited planet. What would you bring with you, and why?
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Quantum Love Affair
Your protagonist falls in love with someone who only exists within different timelines and realities. How do they make their relationship work?
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“The Power of Persuasion
Write about something you really want and list all the reasons why you should have it.
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The Clockwork Character
Write a piece of flash fiction where a mechanical clockwork mechanism is a metaphor for a character’s regimented and controlled life.
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Sacrifice of Normalcy
Imagine a superhero who yearns for an ordinary life, but their powers and responsibilities prevent them from having it.
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The Abdicated Throne
Imagine a royal character who willingly gives up their throne for something they value more.
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Struggle for Power
Imagine a villain who’s motivated by a lust for power. How does this desire shape their actions, their personality, and their relationships?
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Powerful Potions
If you could create a magical potion that could do anything, what would it be and what would it do?
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Haunted Bloodline
Craft a story about a family cursed by an aggrieved spirit seeking revenge for a grave injustice perpetrated by one of their ancestors.
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Last Transmission
Write a story revolving around a lone radio operator, sending daily broadcasts into the silence, hoping for a response.
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Apple of Discord
Craft a story revolving around an object of desire that causes conflict, inspired by the golden apple in Greek mythology.
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Teammates and Bonds
Narrate a story about a close bond you formed with a teammate or a rival during a spring sport season.
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Sunscreen War
Imagine a world where sunscreen is akin to a precious gem or an invaluable resource, capable of sparking conflicts.
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Superhero Legislation
Describe the implementation of a new regulation that requires superheroes to reveal their true identities.
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My Pet, The Superhero!
Your pet has miraculously gained superpowers! Describe the adventures you both embark on.
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Lucky Charms
You wake up on St. Patrick’s Day to find you have a superpower, what is it and how do you use it?
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Forgotten Colony
Spin a tale around a colony that has been mysteriously forgotten by its mother planet.
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Mystical Manuscript
Your character has discovered an ancient manuscript detailing a story of love, betrayal, and magic.
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The Dying Wish: Skydiving
Write about a terminally ill patient whose dying wish is to experience skydiving.
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Christmas Wish Fulfilled
Craft a narrative about a child’s deepest Christmas wish miraculously coming true.
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The Unexpected Reunion
Detail a chance encounter between two former lovers that leads to rekindled feelings.
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Unanswered Questions
List the unaddressed questions you have for an ex-partner and explain why you have those questions.
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The Call of the Tides
Describe feeling the call of the sea, a longing to venture into the deep blue.
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Unspoken Apologies
Write a story where the protagonist, after a betrayal, enacts gestures of apology instead of saying them.
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Psychology of Groupthink
Describe a situation in which you fell into the ‘groupthink’ trap and how it affected your opinion.
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Animal Cycle
View the world through the eyes of an animal, detailing their experiences from sunrise to sunset.
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Fantastic Adventures to Dreamlands
Describe the most incredible adventure you can imagine, where you would go and who you would take with you.
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Future Self-Reflection
Write a letter from your future self to your present self, detailing the personal growth you want to achieve.
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The Immortal Curse
Write about an immortal vampire seeking scientific ways to become a mortal human again.
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Smoky Secrets
Write about a character who operates an underground speakeasy during the Prohibition Era.
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The Chase after the Treasure
Write a narrative where the central character is led on a chase that promises a hidden treasure at the end. The catch is that numerous other seekers are hot on their trail, making it a dangerous pursuit.
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Sith Artefacts
Describe the creation of a Sith artefact, including its origin, powers, and how it influenced the story of its wielder.
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Unseen October Guest
Write a story about a mysterious, unseen entity that arrives each October and affects the lives of the residents in strange ways.
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Robotic Romance
Write a story where an introverted tech-geek creates a robotic companion, only to realize they are falling in love with their creation.
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Melting Ice Cycle
Document the freezing and melting cycle – the transformation of water from liquid to solid form and back.
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The Magical Quill
Create a narrative surrounding a magical quill that has the power to make written words become reality.
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Reverse Evolution
Imagine a world where humans have not evolved from cavemen and how their societies would look today.
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Identity Theft Mayhem
Write about the chaos that ensues when a high school student pretending to be a visiting celebrity causes a stir in town.
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Changing Fates
A fairy godmother grants an individual’s deepest desire but with unintended, modern consequences.
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Phantom Phone Call
Imagine receiving a phone call from a deceased loved one. How do you react, and what does this lead to?
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Embracing Acceptance
Write about a moment when you fully accepted reality as it was without the desire to change it.
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Manifesting Peace
Create a personal mantra for this new year encompassing your desire for peace and tranquility.
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Training the Chosen One
Imagine a session where Mace Windu is training young Anakin Skywalker, highlighting the difference in their perspectives.
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Twilight Eternal
Explore the dynamics of a married vampire couple who have been in love for centuries, but one of them yearns for mortality.
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Cloak of Invisibility
Imagine a world where a character gets hold of a cloak making them invisible at will.
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The Kindest Gesture
Recall an act of kindness somebody showed you in December or during the holiday season.
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Yearnings of the Heart
Identify and write about your deepest desires when it comes to romantic relationships.
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Predator and Prey
Construct a narrative about a vampire who wishes to be humane, struggling with their predatory nature.
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Blood as Life Essence
Describe a scenario where a vampire must negotiate their insatiable thirst for blood.
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Building My Dream Castle
Write about designing and building your dream castle, including the materials, the people who live there, and the daily activities.
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Celestial Arrangement
In a universe where stars can be arranged to one’s desire, a conflict arises between individuals or groups with contrasting visions.
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Passionate Pursuit in a Post-Apocalyptic World
The world has ended, but your main character spends their days navigating the ruins looking for their lost lover.
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Fantasy Artisan
Imagine you’re a craftsman in a fantasy world full of magic. Describe the extraordinary items you create.
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Resisting the Dark Side
Write a self-conversation that a Jedi might have to resist the lure of the Dark Side.
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Message to Earth
Compose a heartfelt message that you’d send back to Earth if you were spending December in space.
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The Siren’s Call
Write about a revered knight falling in love with a siren whose song lures him and captures his heart.
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The Reluctant Matchmaker
Write about a character who sets two other characters up, only to discover they have feelings for one of them.
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Sympathy for the Devil
Contrive a situation where the villain is seeking redemption. How does their journey to seek forgiveness unfold?
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Reincarnated Revenge
Imagine being a reincarnated version of an infamous folklore demon seeking revenge against those who banished you.
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Empire of the Night
Craft a story set in Ancient Rome, where vampire clans play a significant role in politics and power dynamics.
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Guardian of Lost Empires
Pen a tale about a guardian spirit, tied eternally to protect a long lost empire.
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Scorched Earth Desires
Express how a season or a period of severe heat can mirror a time of intense desire or ambition in your life.
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Bloody Passion
Write about a vampire who, despite their terrifying existence, finds true love with a mortal.
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Dreamy Superpowers
Imagine you could have any superpower for a day, what would it be and how would you use it?
