248+ ‘Determination’ Writing Prompts
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Last Humanity Stand
Create a monologue that captures the moment a leader rouses their jaded group to make a stand against the zombie horde.
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Triumph Over Trials
Describe a time when you overcame a significant challenge in your life, detailing the process and emotions you experienced.
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Flight of the Butterfly
Write an exciting story about a butterfly who is on a journey to find a specific flower.
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Lost and Found
Narrate an adventure story about a cherished object that has been lost and the journey to find it.
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River Navigation Challenge
Your character is tasked to navigate a perilous river running through the jungle to reach an important destination.
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Life as a Child on the Oregon Trail
What would life be like if you were a child traveling on the Oregon Trail towards the West in the 19th century?
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Overcoming Fears
Imagine a scenario where you’re scared of trying a new sport but decide to give it a go anyway.
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Pitching Perfection
Write a fictional story about a middle school boy or girl who pitches a perfect game.
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The Hatchling’s Flight Plan
Describe a new habit you want to develop that you think will help you reach your personal goals.
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Embers of Rebellion
Your character is a leader addressing his/her followers before leading them into a rebellion. Construct a powerful monologue that captures their determination and conviction.
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The Missing Mascot
In your narrative, bring to life a story about a school mascot that mysteriously disappears on the eve of a big game.
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Battle of Hearts
Imagine Cupid on a particularly challenging day where the arrows of love are not hitting their mark.
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Miracle on the Ski Slopes
Write as though you have just pulled off a miraculous ski maneuver that everyone believed was impossible.
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The Path Less Taken
Think of a moment when you chose to veer off your predicted path. Write about why you made this choice and how it has shaped you.
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Depth of Dedication
Write about the love story of a couple fighting against all odds to keep their marriage together.
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Musical Cadences
Write about playing a musical instrument, incorporation elements of practice, performance, and growth.
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The Last Human City
Write about the adventures of an exile who is trying to reach the last human city as the rest of the world is overtaken by nature.
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Chasing Frozen Goals
Write about training for a winter sport and the challenges you had to overcome.
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Ancient Vampire’s Artifact Hunt
Write a story about a centuries-old vampire who goes on an adventure to find a long-lost artifact.
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Fantasy Love Quest
Write a fantasy tale where the hero needs to complete a quest to express his love on Valentine’s Day.
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Holiday Hero
Craft a heroic tale around a character who saves a December holiday event from disaster due to unexpected weather.
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The Gritty Core
Write about an experience that was remarkably difficult, focusing on how this experience shaped your character.
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The Wizard’s Apprentice
In the vein of a classic “zero-to-hero” story, imagine a clumsy wizard’s apprentice who mistakenly finds the solution to a great threat to the kingdom.
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Cure from the Depths
Create a story where the protagonist is a scientist, who must venture deep into an underground jungle to find a plant that is believed to cure a devastating disease.
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Dog Sledding Expedition
Write a narrative about a dogsled racer who embarks on a rigorous Arctic journey.
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Taking the Reins
Write about the time when you were proactive about a change you wanted to see in yourself.
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The Victim Turned Hero
Create a narrative where a superhero was once a victim of a major catastrophe they couldn’t prevent.
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Underground Subway Pursuit
Write a scene where a detective is chasing a criminal through a maze-like subway system.
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Marked For Death
Create a tale of a protagonist who discovers they have 24 hours to live—owing to a deadly prediction. How will they confront their last day alive?
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Cognitive Conundrum
Create a story around a superhero who loses their memory and tries to rediscover their superpowers, while facing the challenges of their ‘normal’ life.
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Playing with Fate
Write about a character who attempts to alter their predestined fate, only to be met with tragedy.
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Decoding the Nemesis
Write about the psychology of a superhero when dealing with their arch nemesis.
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Patrick’s Journey
Write about the journey Saint Patrick took when being captured by Irish pirates and his eventual escape.
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The Birth of Jazz
Imagine you are a musician during the Jazz Age, describe your experiences and struggles you went through to perfect your craft.
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Deflected Prophecy
Write about a character who is predicted to bring about a great change or tragedy, only to fundamentally avert the prophecy.
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Rise of a Peasant
Imagine a low-class peasant during the Dark Ages who unexpectedly becomes the ruler.
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Forged in Fire
Imagine a story where a character’s inner strength and determination manifest as physical superpowers.
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The Portrait of Resilience
Write a character portrait of yourself in a time of pain that accentuates your strength and resilience.
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Unexpected Outcomes
Pen a narrative where the underdog assumes victory is impossible, only to end up triumphing in an unexpected way.
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Escape from Pandora’s Box
Your main character accidentally opens Pandora’s Box, unleashing all kinds of chaos. They have 24 hours to return the evils to the box before they are spread around the world.
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Voyage Across the Poisoned Seas
Essay a treacherous journey across a perilous and poisoned ocean in search of a safe haven.
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The Night at the Museum
Write a story about an adventure-filled, terrifying night staying alone in a haunted museum.
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The Cost of Power
Describe in great detail the physical and emotional toll a superhero battle takes on the hero.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade: The First March
Imagine you are an Irish immigrant in NYC in the 18th century participating in the first St. Patrick’s Day parade. Describe your feelings, motivations, and experiences.
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From Loss to Victory
Write a story about a team that constantly loses but finally wins a game against all odds.
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The Underdog Story
Write a story about a team considered the underdogs in a sports tournament who end up surprising everyone.
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The First Leap
Write a story about a character overcoming their fear of heights by deciding to skydive.
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New Blood Diet
Write about a vampire who decides to go against his bloodlust and become “vegetarian”.
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Home for Christmas
Write a story about an individual who, against all odds, manages to get home just in time for Christmas.
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Journey to Achievement
Sketch a roadmap on how you plan to achieve your most significant goal for the new year.
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Children of Shadows
Write about a world where every child is groomed to join ‘The Order’- a secret society, from birth.
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Conundrum of The Never-Ending Maze
Imagine being trapped in a maze with shifting walls. Write about how you navigate through it to escape.
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Rite of Passage: Learning to Ride a Bike
Describe the experience of learning to ride a bike and the emotions that came with it.
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The Alone Astronaut
An astronaut was sent to establish the first Mars colony but loses connection with Earth. Write the chronicles of his solitude.
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The Final BMX Trick
Write a story about a BMX rider who has one trick left to perfect before retirement.
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Surfing the Monster Wave
Write about a determined surfer trying to conquer a legendary, life-threatening wave.
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Famous Footsteps
Write a biographical sketch of a historical figure that has been an inspiration to you.
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Lessons from Frozen Peaks
Write about a winter mountaineering expedition you embarked upon, whether real or fictional.
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Prophecy of Peril
A prophecy foretells the princess’s peril by her 18th birthday, how does she prepare and confront the impending danger?
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The Mortal Moment
Imagine a scenario where your superhero loses their powers during a crucial mission.
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Crossing the Great Divide
Write a story about a polar explorer who must cross a treacherous ice divide.
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The Unfinished Symphony
Your character finds an incomplete piece of music by a late composer and decides to complete it.
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Salvaging the Family Business
Write a story about someone who gets a chance to revive their failing family business.
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Disorderly Detective
Craft a detective story about a detective who cannot remember the details of the case he is investigating.
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Adventure on the Playground
Describe a physical challenge you faced on the playground (like climbing a slide or swinging on the monkey bars) and how you overcame it.
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Alien Outbreak
Write a story about a new disease originating from an alien species and its impact on the space exploration community.
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Resolution Transformation
Imagine that a certain resolution has completely changed your life. Describe your new self.
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The Success Story
Recount a time when you successfully fulfilled a resolution and the impact it had on your life.
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Skillful Reflection
Looking back over the past year, write about a skill you’ve learned and how it has changed you.
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Voices of the Suffrage Movement
Take on the persona of a suffragette and pen down their thoughts, frustrations, hopes, and fears.
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Survival in the Wilderness
You’ve awoken to find yourself with amnesia, stranded in the wild. Write a narrative uncovering how you survive and gradually regain your memory.
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New Year Optimism
Write about your goals and dreams for the new year ahead, and lay out the steps you plan to take to achieve them.
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Quest for The Last Donut
Write a story where employees embark on a perilous journey through the workplace to reach the break room and claim the last donut.
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Codename Ghost
Write about a spy who was assumed to be dead resurfacing to solve a mystery that could prevent a global crisis.
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Envisioned Achievements
Write down your goal for the coming year and create a vivid scenario in which you’ve already achieved it.
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Mountain Majesty
Imagine you are a mountaineer who gets trapped in a snowstorm while climbing a steep, icy peak. How do you survive the harsh conditions and return to safety?
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Casting Shadows
You are an apprentice to a powerful witch, write about the first time you cast a spell and it went horribly wrong.
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Returning Home
Create a narrative where your character embarks on a harrowing journey back to their snowed-in home.
