3623+ ‘Exploration’ Writing Prompts
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Cure Conundrum
Research an experimental cure for the zombie virus that reactivates portions of the brain.
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Phantom Memories
Write a tale about a zombie experiencing “phantom memories”, echoes from their past.
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Homo Necrosis
Imagine a world where the outbreak never happened, but a virus still transforms the human brain, turning people into “zombies”.
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Zombie Hive Mind
Consider a zombie world where there isn’t a singular leader, but a collective zombie consciousness or hive mind.
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Zombie Corporation
Consider a more business-structure hierarchy where there is a CEO-like zombie making decisions, with various tiers of zombies beneath them.
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The Alpha Zombie
Write about a “survival-of-the-fittest” zombie society, driven by an Alpha zombie who leads and dictates the zombies’ actions.
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Z-Day Confessionals
Craft a monologue spoken by a character who has a harrowing secret connected to the zombie apocalypse.
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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 Betrayed Leader
Write about a leader who is a secret zombie sympathizer during a zombie apocalypse.
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Zombie Utopia
Imagine that the zombie apocalypse led not to a dismal dystopia, but to a surprising utopia.
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5. From Ordinary to Executive
Overnight, your high school protagonist finds themselves promoted to a high-stakes executive position.
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Double Identity Crisis
A teenager leads a double life – one as an ordinary student, and another as a talented secret agent.
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Post-Apocalyptic Survivor
In a world ravaged by an apocalypse, a young adult must use their ingenuity and strength to survive and find other survivors.
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Bonding in Their Badness
Craft a scenario where two villains find a common ground and form an alliance.
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Empathy Exercise
Choose a person you struggle to understand or get along with, and write a narrative from their perspective.
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Costume Designing Day
Tell the story of your superhero’s decision to create a costume, and describe its significance.
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Leap Year Chronicle
Pen a short story about an extraordinary event that only happens on the 29th of February.
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Global Celebration Canvas
Explore a global festival celebrated in February and imagine creating an artistic masterpiece inspired by it.
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Valentines Voyager
Compose an imaginative piece where you are a love letter written by a secret admirer, journeying to your recipient.
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Multilingual Metaphors of Love
Pick a metaphor that you associate with love or Valentine’s Day and translate it into different languages. Analyze how the metaphor might change or hold the same meaning in different languages.
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Language of Love
Imagine a Valentine’s Day card designed to teach someone how to say ‘I love you’ in multiple languages. Describe what the card looks like and what you would write inside.
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Translating Love
Write a love letter as if you’re a language translator, attempting to capture the essence of Valentine’s day in a language different from your own.
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Valentine’s Day in Japan
Write about the unique way in which Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Japan and how it differs from Western traditions.
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From Challenge to Triumph
Choose a major challenge you have been through, and depict the journey from that challenge to the point of overcoming it.
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Harlem Renaissance Lights
Bring to life a character deeply involved in the Harlem Renaissance, an intellectual, social, and artistic explosion centered in Harlem.
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Perspective of the Republic
Write a political thriller detailing the manipulation and deception that led to the fall of the Jedi Order from the point of view of a Republic politician.
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Fairy Tale Reality TV
Write a satirical fairy tale that revolves around the concept of a fairy-tale themed reality TV show.
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Gratitude Alphabet Challenge
Start with the letter ‘A’ and write something you’re grateful for that starts with each alphabet letter till ‘Z’.
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Dreamland Autobiography
Write an autobiography detailing the dream you remember best, and delve into the emotions it stirred.
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Exploring Ethical Dilemmas
Write about a moral or ethical dilemma and your thoughts on the right course of action.
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Biome Exploration
Write an informative piece on a specific biome, detailing its unique features, inhabitants, and challenges.
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Moving Miles
Write about a time when you had to move to a new home or a new school and your feelings associated with it.
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Space Exploration
Write about the possibilities of establishing a human colony on Mars in light of current space exploration endeavors.
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Living During a Pandemic
Write about your experience living during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has changed your daily life.
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Space Spectacle
Imagine you have been selected to join the next Mars mission. Narrate your preparation, journey, and landing.
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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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Mission to Mars
Imagine being an astronaut on the first manned mission to Mars. What would be your role and why?
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Jobs Around the World
Choose a job that is unique to a particular country or culture and write about it.
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Meet the Dinosaurs
Write a time-travel story where you get to meet and interact with different dinosaurs.
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Dogs vs Cats: A Debate
Write a persuasive essay from either a dog or a cat’s viewpoint on which species is superior.
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A Day in the Life of a Hummingbird
What does a single day look like from a hummingbird’s perspective?
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Bloody Ballads
Compose a Valentine’s Day where poetry and love letters transform into macabre recitals.
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St. Valentine’s Massacre
Reimagine the infamous gangland murder in 1929 Chicago as a supernatural event.
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Cupid’s Cruel Intent
Craft a narrative where Cupid is not a charming cherub, but a malevolent entity.
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Bullies Beyond School
Craft a story centered around cyberbullying, detailing the mental strife it causes and possible ways to alleviate it.
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Time Travel Dilemma
You invent a time machine but it only makes one round trip. Where and when would you go and why?
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Galaxy Odyssey
Imagine you’re piloting a starship through the endless space, what is your journey like and what new worlds do you encounter?
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Time-Traveling to Ancient Egypt
Suppose you’ve been magically transported back to ancient Egypt during the reign of Pharaohs.
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Voyage on the Underground Railroad
You’re a child working to help escaped slaves on the Underground Railroad.
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The Secret Language of Fairies
Imagine you have been taught the secret language of fairies. Describe what it sounds like, what you can communicate and what you learned about their world.
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Dragon Egg Discovery
You have discovered a dragon egg that is just about to hatch. Detail your thoughts, emotions, and actions.
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Wandering Through a Magic Forest
Imagine you have suddenly found yourself in a fantasy forest filled with mythical and magical creatures.
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Snowbound Solitude
Detail a day spent in complete solitude due to a heavy snowfall preventing any travel.
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Sun-drenched Memories
Create a narrative centering on a poignant memory indemnified by the vivid, warm glow of a summer sun.
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Unwritten Letters
Write a letter to your lost loved one expressing all the thoughts and emotions that have come to you since their departure.
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Handmade Heirloom
Narrate the journey of a handmade Christmas decoration passed down through generations.
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The Moment of Success
Describe a moment of great achievement, a pinnacle of success in your career or personal life.
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Unicorn Kingdom’s Prophecy
Narrate a journey about a young maiden who is chosen by the kingdom’s unicorn council to fulfill an ancient prophecy.
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Descend with the Leviathan
Construct a tale about a character who has the power to communicate with legendary sea creatures, and how this ability is utilized during a crisis.
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Golden Years or Gilded Cage
Convince your readers about the pros or cons of retirement homes for elderly parents.
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Unlocking Happiness
Imagine you have a key that can unlock happiness. What does it unlock, and how does it make you happy?
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Anticipation on Christmas Morning
Describe the experience of waiting to open presents on Christmas morning, and the rush of expectation.
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The Power of Words
Describe a time when someone’s words had a profound impact on you, positive or negative.
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The Exchange of Power
Write about a peaceful transition of power you’ve observed and what it symbolizes in the democratic process.
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Dystopian Future
Imagine a dystopian future where a certain contemporary issue has drastically worsened.
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Santa Claus’ Day Off
Imagine a day when Santa Claus decides to take a day off during the busy holiday season. Write about his day off activities and experiences.
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Santa Claus – Truth or Fiction
Write a story from the perspective of a child who is trying to figure out if Santa Claus is real.
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The Inspirational Athlete
Choose a professional athlete who inspires you and write an article about how their journey or skillset motivates you.
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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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My Trip to Mars
Imagine you are the first kid astronaut to travel to Mars. Write about your journey.
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Extraterrestrial Pen Friends
Create an imaginary extraterrestrial friend from another planet and describe a day in their life.
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New Year’s Eve Catastrophe
Describe a fictional disastrous New Year’s Eve party and how the characters recover from it.
