18+ ‘engaging’ Writing Prompts
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Everyday Wonder
Observe an everyday routine or object a few steps or moments at a time and write a detailed description of…
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In Pursuit of Passion
Describe an instance where you chased a personal passion, despite the difficulties and potential risks involved.
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Global Warming Realities
Write a first-person account of how you have personally experienced the effects of global warming.
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Hallow Ground
Narrate an experience, event, or ritual that significantly marks your cultural or family heritage.
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Epic Sandwich Chronicles
Put together the most extravagant sandwich you can imagine and document the experience of creating and eating it.
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The Silent Spectator
Write about a significant event in history or in your personal life from the perspective of an inanimate object.
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Vantage Point
Write a report about a local holiday or event from the standpoint of an outsider or foreigner.
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Exploring Uncharted Historical Territories
Choose a historical period or event that you know little about, do your research and pen an explorative narrative about…
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The Interview
Write a fictional interview with a real-life historical figure exploring their life and impact.
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Elevator Pitch Summaries
Compose a concise, engaging summary of your business as if you only have the length of an elevator ride to…
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Dialogue in a Dark Room
Create a dialogue between two characters who are in a dark room and cannot see each other.
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Weightless Burdens
Explore the idea of carrying ‘heavy’ feelings and thoughts but feeling physically weightless.
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Coming to Motherhood/Fatherhood
Write about the day when you first held your newborn child and how it radically changed your world.
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In Conversation With My Reflection
Describe a surreal encounter of engaging in deep conversation with your reflection.
