32+ ‘Entertainment’ Writing Prompts
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Sympathetic Mind-controller
Create a villain with the power to control minds, yet uses it out of necessity rather than malice.
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Alien Hipsters
Planet earth has been invaded! But instead of conquering alien forces, they’re alien hipsters loving all things retro earth-style.
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The Last Day Online
Imagine one day you wake up and find out that all the internet services have been permanently shut down. How…
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Examining Animal Rights
Consider the ethical issue surrounding the use of animals for various human needs.
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Battle Royale
Pen a compelling tale about superheroes from various settings compelled to battle each other in an interdimensional tournament.
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Under the Crystal Canopy
Describe the wonders and challenges of daily life for the residents of a city with sky-scrapers covered in icicles.
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Growth of Technology Giants
Reflect on a significant technological advancement from this year and its impact on global society.
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The Best TV Show Ever
Write an essay about why your favorite TV show is the best and should receive an award.
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Renaissance of Animation
Write about the growing popularity and evolution of animation in film and entertainment.
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Influential Performances
Write about a performance in film or entertainment that has deeply impacted you.
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Review Reporting
Review a recently released movie, book, or album with the eyes of a professional critic.
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Rise of the Zombie Gods
Write a tale where Greek, Roman, Egyptian or any other gods are believed to be the cause of the zombie…
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The Voice of Breadline Blues
Write about a character who uses music or another form of art to give voice to the struggles of life…
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Dancing for Dinner
Imagine the lives of dance marathon participants during the Great Depression, an era of poverty, and desperation.
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Cirque Macabre
Imagine a deadly circus comes to town, its main attraction: a clown who collects smiles.
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Veil of Geishas
Craft a tale about a geisha in Kyoto’s Gion district who dreams of a different life.
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Party Planner Panic
Imagine you are planning a birthday party for a friend, but something major goes wrong. How do you fix it?
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Invasion of Past Selves
Imagine you wake up to find everyone around you is yourself – but from different points in your past.
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The Extravagant Automaton Circus
Tell a story about a spectacular traveling circus populated entirely by automatons.