336+ ‘explore’ Writing Prompts
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The Perfect Crime
Craft a narrative about an exceptionally brilliant detective and a criminal mastermind who can pull off ‘the perfect crime’.
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Shadowy Companions
Imagine a storyline where the protagonist constantly feels watched, yet finds no one when they look around.
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Surviving The Uninhabited
Imagine being stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. Describe your struggle for survival and eventual escape.
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Across Time and Space
You stumble upon a mysterious artifact that harbors mind-bending power to time-travel. Describe an adventure.
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Lunar Escape
Write about an unexpected malfunction on your spaceship that leaves you stranded on the moon.
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Crises of Cuisine
Write a humorous play about a first time student chef trying to prepare a five-course meal for demanding restaurant critics.
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The Haunting Past
Write a story in which a character’s dark past resurfaces menacingly into their present life.
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Rendezvous at Midnight
Write a narrative about two characters who must meet at midnight to exchange something of great importance.
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Hidden Love
Develop a plot in which one character has been in love with their best friend for years, but has been…
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Letters from the Front Line
During World War II, write a series of letters from a soldier on the frontline to their loved ones at…
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Vikings Voyage
Engage in a Viking’s first journey across the sea. How does he/she/they feel about leaving home and exploring unknown lands?
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Renaissance Ruminations
A famous artist during the Italian Renaissance disappears without a trace. Write from the perspective of a friend trying to…
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Eyes on the Underground Railroad
Imagine being an operative on the Underground Railroad. Write an account of one harrowing night.
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The Secret Diary of a Pharaoh’s Servant
Write a diary entry from the perspective of a servant to an Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh.
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Into The Future
Write about your ideal future, outlining your career, personal life, and major milestones.
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Migration Blues
Write a tale about a teenager who relocates to a different city or country and the challenges that they encounter.
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Accessibility in Education
Present an argument about the importance of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) tor improving accessibility in education.
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Unexpected Hero
You’re an ordinary person who suddenly gets superhero powers. Describe your first day of being a superhero.
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Voice of Nature
Write an essay from the viewpoint of a non-human entity in your local environment – like a tree, a river,…
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Sequencing Serendipity
Imagine that the sequence of a usual day drastically changes. Mundane activities like brushing teeth, bathing and eating all happen…
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Inter-Dimensional Travel Journal
You’ve invented a machine that can travel across different dimensions. Narrate your journey through five drastically different dimensions.
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Gateway of Memories
You found a door in your house that you’ve never noticed before. Where does it lead?
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The Loneliest Astronaut
Imagine you are the last astronaut left in space. Describe a day in your life.
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Culinary Culture
Choose a dish from your culture and describe its significance, associated customs, and personal memories.
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Digital Evolution
Write about how the shift from offline to online has changed cultural dynamics and interactive patterns.
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The Plato’s Cave
Imagine yourself as a prisoner in Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. Write about your moment of enlightenment and subsequent return…
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Simulacra and Simulation
Write about a day in a simulated universe. How would you differentiate between the simulation and reality?
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The Ideal Suspect
Create a chilling narrative that revolves around a perfect crime committed by an unexpected suspect.
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Swapping the Mundane
Imagine one common object in your everyday life had a magical twist. What is it, and how does it transform…
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Fruitful Heartaches
Write about a past relationship or heartbreak and how it contributed to your personal growth.
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Feeling into Memory
Try to recall and write on your first romantic incident, focusing on feelings more than the events.
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Untold Love Letter
Craft a timeless love letter addressed to your significant other that you never plan to send.
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Off to the Races
Write about a significant childhood event where you felt the most accomplished or victorious.
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The Opposite Rebellion
Write about a dystopian society where the Rebels are the antagonists and the ruling party is surprisingly good.
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Solo Operator
Write about the solitary life of an animal that prefers solitude, like a tiger or an octopus.
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Generational Journey
Describe the life and migration cycle of an animal that travels long distances during its lifetime.
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The Underdog Story
Write about an underdog in sports or games, they can be real or fictional, and their journey to victory.
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Divulging Emotion
Explore an emotion you are currently experiencing in depth, from its root causes to its impact on your body and…
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Unrequited Love
Describe a situation when you were deeply in love with someone who didn’t reciprocate.
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Daily Routines Dissected
Paint a vivid picture of your everyday routine and explore its impact on your life.
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The Purpose of Life
Explore what you feel is the purpose of life. Is it happiness, love, knowledge, or something else entirely?
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Facing Your Fears
Describe a fear that you have confronted, and discuss how the experience contributed to your personal growth.
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Reflective Solitude
How do you feel when you are alone? Explore your relationship with solitude and alone time.
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Dreamscape Reality
Reflect on a dream that left a lasting impression on you and describe how it intersects with your waking life.
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Mystery Character Study
Choose a character from a book you have recently read and write about who they could have been if placed…
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Bucket List Countdown
Reflect on your ultimate aspirations and create a vivid story revolving around accomplishing one of your bucket list items.
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Survivor’s Voice
Write about a victim of a natural disaster finding their strength and voice during their path to recovery.
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Rise of the Fallen Kingdom
Write about a long-lost realm that suddenly resurfaces and asserts its power, challenging the existing order of realms.
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Battle of Immortality
Create a saga of two immortal beings locked in an eternal struggle for power, their battle shaping the course of…
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Mythical Beast Whisperer
Envision a character that can communicate with mythical beasts and unravel a narrative about their quest to bring peace between…
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The Echoing Art Gallery
Write about visiting an art museum alone. Which paintings draw your attention and why?
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Foraging in the Corporate Jungle
Write a survival guide for surviving and thriving in a modern corporate environment.