436+ ‘Evolution’ Writing Prompts
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Forgotten Knowledge
Create a character who uses forgotten or overlooked skills to survive after the apocalypse.
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The Old Human vs The New Human
Imagine a world where the surviving humans evolve, giving birth to a new species while the ‘old’ humans struggle to survive without these new abilities.
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Terrifying Evolution
Imagine a world where the zombie virus has evolved to the point where zombies can think, feel, plan and co-operate.
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Survival Adaptation
Write a story about a group of survivors who develop unique physical mutations to survive a zombie apocalypse.
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The Anti-Valentine’s Crusader
Craft a story of a character who is a notorious Valentine’s Day hater but ends up finding love in the unlikeliest of places.
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Friendship Evolution
Describe a friendship journey that you’ve had through different phases of life.
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Growth in Failure
Write about a failure you experienced and how the lessons from it lead to personal growth.
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Stepping Back in Time
Choose a job from a historical period and write about what it would have been like to have that job.
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The Evolving Art Styles
Pick two different art styles (e.g. Renaissance and Cubism) and compare how they portray a common theme (like love or nature).
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Letter to Past Self
Write a letter to your younger self, offering advice, warnings, or messages of encouragement.
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Holiday Traditions Upended
Compose a story about a family’s holiday tradition that gets disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances, but unexpectedly lead to a new and better tradition being born.
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Orwellian Surveillance Today
Would our digital society be a paradise or a nightmare under George Orwell’s 1984 ‘Big Brother’ law?
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From Caterpillar to Butterfly
Compare who you were at the start of the year to who you are now, akin to a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly.
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Friendship Evolutions
Recall a friendship that has significantly evolved or changed over the past year.
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Resolution Evolution
Write about a previous year’s resolution that you achieved and how it changed you.
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The Evolution of Interest
Write about a hobby you’ve grown out of, and discuss why your interest faded.
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The Cyrus Chronicles
Create a hypothetical scenario where a long-lost relative, Cyrus, shows up at a family reunion.
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Transformation and Growth
Craft a character who evolves dramatically throughout their life, undergoing several changes in personality.
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Behind the Box of Chocolates
Explore the origins and evolution of giving chocolates as a Valentine’s Day tradition.
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Unique Ecosystems
Describe the ecosystem of a Star Wars alien species and how it has shaped that species.
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Rediscovering Connections
Write about a mature couple who rekindles their connection after years of routine.
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Echoes of Love
Write about a breakup that occurred in the past and how it echoes into your character’s present.
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Lost and Found
Craft a story where childhood sweethearts navigate a break-up early on and then find their way back to each other.
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Human AI Integration
Write about a world where humans and AI live as equals and explore technological symbiosis.
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The Evolution of Valentine’s Day
Write a speech about how Valentine’s Day has changed and evolved over the centuries.
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Understanding Emotional Trajectory
Chronicle a timeline of your emotional growth from childhood to the present day.
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Digging the Depths of Experience
Write about an event where you took a meaningful risk, and explore the impact it had.
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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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Automotive Evolution
Share your thoughts on the growth and development of the automobile industry over the years.
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The Taste of Time
Write about the shifts in history you’ve experienced as an immortal being, focusing on significant events and trends.
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Futuristic Love Tale
Write a love story set in the year 2100, focusing on how Gen Z love stories might evolve in the future.
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Temporal Dialogues
Write a conversation between two people in the same place but different time periods.
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The Submerged Cradle of Humanity
In a future where humans evolve to live underwater, write a short piece outlining the turning point that forced them to leave land.
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Diving Deep into Language
Imagine creating a new language for an underwater civilization that includes non-auditory forms of communication.
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Vampire Chronicles
Write a story from the perspective of a vampire historian explaining the evolution of vampire laws and customs.
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Critters and Creatures
Invent a unique creature, beast, or mythical being and describe its behaviors, capabilities, and impact on its ecosystem.
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Embracing EvoLution
Describe the person you were at the beginning of the year and compare this to who you are now.
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Family Evolution
Write about the transitions and transformations your family has undergone through different generations.
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Tradition and Transformation
Write about a time you updated a traditional family recipe for National Empanada Day.
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A Magical Transformation
Imagine you have a fairy godmother who can transform you into anything – explain what you would choose.
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Garden of Life
Write a flash fiction story where a flower garden stands as a metaphor for a character’s growth and evolution.
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Kindling Connections
Write about a life-changing conversation or event occurring around a beach bonfire, tracing the dialogue and describing the emotional evolution.
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Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow
Write a story where finding the legendary ‘pot of gold at the end of the rainbow’ changes a character’s life.
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The Chef’s Diary
An aspiring chef works their way up in the culinary world, documenting their journey in a personal diary.
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Bionic Evolution
Imagine a future where human evolution has taken a turn towards cybernetics, merging flesh with machinery.
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The Transformation Diaries
Write about a significant transformation you’ve experienced or hope to experience in the new year.
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The Lost Civilization
Envision a time traveler who gets stuck in a past civillization and tries to fit in.
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The Emergence of a New Species
Imagine humanity evolving and adapting to the aftermath of an apocalypse.
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Unanticipated Consequence
A clueless vacationer accidentally deciphers an ancient scroll leading to a concealed treasure, propelling them right into the heart of an underworld power struggle.
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The Strength in Weakness
Create a story about a superhuman who loses their strength and must navigate life without their powers.
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The Origins of Power
Write a story of a character discovering their superhuman ability for the first time.
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Bionic Warrior: The Evolution of a Hero
Create a story around a bionic superhero whose powers are the product of innovative bioengineering.
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Fact or Fiction – St. Patrick’s Color
Explore the lesser-known fact that St. Patrick’s original associated color was not green, but blue.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade Origin
Write about the origins of the St. Patrick’s Day parade and its growth over time.
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The Evolution of Us
Chart out the growth and evolution of your friendship from when you first met till now.
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Rewrite History
Choose a historical event and reimagine it with a speculative element, such as alien intervention or time travel.
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Planet’s Voice
You are a planet in a solar system far away from Earth. Narrate your cosmic journey from your creation to the present day.
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The Reality of Myths
Your character has always been fascinated by ancient Greek mythology. One day, they discover that these myths aren’t merely stories but real-life occurrences.
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Across The Time Continuum
Your story’s setting isn’t in a physical place, but across different periods of time.
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Changing Seasons of Life
Consider how your perspective of life has changed over the course of last year.
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Animal Adaptation Tales
If you were a biologist and discovered a new animal that had adapted to change in its environment, what would the animal be like?
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The Evolution of Technology
Consider a piece of technology that has significantly evolved during your lifetime. Detail how its evolve has had a direct impact on society.
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The Time Machine Discovery
Imagine you discovered a time machine in your backyard. Where would you go and what would you do?
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Santa’s Retirement Plan
Imagine a future where Santa decides to retire. Who takes over? How is the transition handled?
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The Forbidden Magic
Write about a character that’s discovered a forbidden form of magic in a world where secrets like these are punishable.
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Uncontrolled Magic
Write about a world in which magic is newly discovered, untamed and wreaking havoc.
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The Evolution of Feminism
Examine the evolution of feminism and its significance in contemporary society.
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Nostalgic Reverie
Write a heartfelt letter to yourself, describing your most favourite childhood hobby.
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Chronicle of Artistic Growth
Compare your first ever short story to your most recently written short story.
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Jingle All The Way Back to Past
You are sent back in time to the filming of a classic Christmas movie. What happens, and how does it change the movie?
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The Bridge of Transition
Talk about the transitions that February brings, considering the shift from winter to spring, or perhaps from solitude to celebration.
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The Companion of Time
Write a letter to yourself that speaks to your experiences from the past year.
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Fairy Tale Feelings
Rewrite a favorite fairy tale from your childhood from your current perspective.
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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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Emotional Inventory
Write about your prevalent emotion in the last five years. Identify triggers, changes and its impact on self-growth.
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Existential Examination
Write a letter to your past or future self, expressing fears, dreams, and lessons you’ve learned.
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Person of Profound Impact
Write about a person who has greatly influenced your life, spending time emphasizing why you’re thankful for them.
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Time Machine Troubles
Facing a malfunctioning time machine, you are stuck in the prehistoric era. How would you navigate this new old world?
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A Soul’s Journey to Love
Narrate a tale of two soulmates who initially cannot stand each other, but eventually develop an undeniable soulmate connection.
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Unseen Heroes
Imagine and describe unknown professions or roles that might emerge in a post-pandemic world.
