1482+ ‘Future’ Writing Prompts
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Time Warper
In the epilogue, project the reader into the distant future, speaking about the long-term consequences of the events in your novel.
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Post-Human Earth
Imagine Earth after humanity and explore the stories of the artificial or evolved lifeforms that now dominate the planet.
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Rise of the AI
Create a narrative about the rise of artificial intelligence, unveiling how it influences human life in the future.
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Alien Encounters
Envision a future where a radical first encounter with an alien species changes life on Earth.
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The Super-Serious Soothsayer
Create a humor-driven narrative about a fortune teller who can only see the funny side of the future.
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Navigating Morality’s Maze
Create a morally complex scenario and have your characters navigate through it.
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Jumping Through Time
Imagine you had the power to travel through time: where would you go, who would you meet and why?
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Letters From A Stranger
A mysterious set of letters find their way to your protagonist, changing everything they believed.
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Veiled Friend
Write about your antagonist’s introduction as a trusted friend or mentor to the protagonist, only to betray them later.
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Climate Change Chronicles
Write about a climate change event from the perspective of an affected community or species.
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Navigated Through Crisis
Reflect on and document how you navigated a recent crisis or major current event.
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Witness to History
Choose a significant historical event whether widely known or local, and write a narrative as if you were there to witness it.
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Artificial Intelligence in Daily Life
Delve into the role of artificial intelligence in the modern world.
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The Great Debate: Evolution vs. Creation
Write about the scientific discussion and public perception of the evolution versus creationism debate.
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Inventions Influencing Progression
Consider an invention that has drastically changed an academic field and evaluate its impacts.
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Graduation Address for Future Leaders
As the valedictorian, prepare a speech for your own graduation, focusing on what you feel your peers need to hear as they embark on their post-graduation journeys.
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Echoes of The Future
Pick a current, ripe societal or technological trend and project forward, writing a news article set 10 years in the future.
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The Time Capsule
Write about discovering a time capsule left by your childhood self. What did you feel when you opened it and saw what it held?
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Parser in Post-Apocalypse
Write a story where a man wakes up from a 300-year sleep only to find himself in a post-apocalyptic world.
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Unpacking Sci-Fi
Tell a tale of an alien species that has just landed on Earth and is figuring out how to cohabit with humans harmoniously.
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Letters from the Future
Write a letter from your future self to your present self, full of encouragements, foreseen achievements or future experiences.
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Stellar Success
Write about your most successful blog post and introspect why it outperformed others.
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Resolution Resolution
Write about a challenging situation or conflict in a workplace then propose a resolution.
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Letter to your Future Self
Write a heartfelt letter to your future self sharing your current aspirations, worries, and pieces of advice.
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Future Classroom Vision
Imagine you are the Education Minister, describe your ideal learning environment.
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Time Cocoon
You find a device that can transport you three days into the future. How would you use it?
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Unexpected Consequence
The choices we make often have unforeseen repercussions. Write a story where a seemingly insignificant decision turns the protagonist’s life upside down.
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Memory Lane
Outline a vivid memory from your character’s past and discuss how it shapes their present.
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“The Future of Unemployment”
Imagine a future where technology has eliminated all jobs. How would humans fill their time?
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Cybernetic Wars
As a soldier in a future cybernetic war, describe a critical mission to dismantle the enemy’s AI supercomputer.
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Lost Kingdoms Restored
Imagine a lost kingdom being restored to its former glory after centuries of darkness.
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Biotech Revolution
In a future where biotechnology has allowed us to modify our bodies dramatically, what becomes of our sense of identity?
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Time Traveler’s Dilemma
Create a story where you find a working time machine, but using it will inevitably have drastic consequences.
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Into The Future
Write about your ideal future, outlining your career, personal life, and major milestones.
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First Love Woes
Write about your first major crush or love, and how that experience shaped you as a person.
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The Power of AI
Explain how artificial intelligence (AI) has impacted different industries and discuss its potential future impacts.
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Grief’s Anatomy
Describe the first time you experienced a significant loss and how that affected your emotions.
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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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Self-Reflection: Growth Over Time
Write about an aspect of your personality or behavior that has drastically changed over the years.
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Lost and Found
Describe a time you felt lost, either metaphorically or literally, and how you found your way.
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The Letter from Future Me
Write a letter from your future self to the present you, giving advice or sharing insights.
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Letter to Joyful Future Self
Write a letter to your future self, 5 years from now, envisioning the happiness and positivity in your life.
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Changing Climate Conversations
Discuss your views on climate change and how it personally affects you.
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Future Fashions
Use your imagination to create a picture of what fashion trends might be popular in 50 years.
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Hidden Heritage
Write about a family secret that changed your perspective about your lineage or roots.
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A Letter to My Future Self
Write a letter to your future self as a single parent, discussing hopes, fears, and expectations.
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Family in Wonderland
Picture your dream family as inhabitants of a fantasy world or a far-off future. Describe this world and your family’s role in it.
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Introducing Future Family Members
Imagine the family members you haven’t met yet – your children, grandchildren or even great-grandchildren, and write a letter introducing yourself and describing the life you’ve lived so far.
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Letter to Future Generations
Write a letter to your great-great-great grandchildren, discussing your hopes and dreams for their future, and what you want them to remember about their heritage.
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The Extended Family Chapter
Imagine a future gathering with your extended family. How does it look and feel? What dynamics are in play?
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Painting the Picture
Write on the physical aspects of your future family life, from the home you live in to the places you go on vacation.
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Growing Together
Write about how you see your relationship with your spouse/partner evolving as you both age.
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Family Legacy
Consider what family legacy you would like to leave for future generations. Write about it in detail.
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Manifesting the Dream Family
Imagine your ideal family dynamic 10 years from now and write out a “day in the life”.
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Honoring Family Trailblazers
Write about someone in your family who did something that created a new path or trail for others to follow.
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First Best Friend
Write about your first best friend from your childhood, exploring the high jinks you got up to and how this friendship impacted your life.