22+ ‘Hearing’ Writing Prompts
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Sleep No More
Narrate a tale about a protagonist who starts losing the distinction between dreams and reality.
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The Sound of Crisp Leaves
Write about hearing the sounds that define fall for you, whether it be leaves crunching underfoot or a rush of a cool wind.
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Power of Telepathy
Write a story revolving around a superhero whose power is to hear others’ thoughts.
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Musical Magic
Share a story about hearing a live band or artist at an outdoor festival for the first time.
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Whispers of November Wind
Write a poem in which the November wind whispers a forgotten song, igniting a series of events.
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Shadows on the Mind
Create a thrilling story revolving around a protagonist who can listen to the thoughts of others.
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Invisible Chatter
Concoct a story about a person who starts hearing voices in their head, only to discover they can commune with spirits.
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Thoughtful Morsels
Take a favorite meal and savor it in words, describing every sensation from sight, smell, taste, touch, and even hearing.
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Haunting Whispers
Write a story where a character starts hearing whispers nobody else can hear, that suggest imminent danger.
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Night-Time Whispers
Write about a night when you start hearing whispers in your room, sharing secrets about your future.
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Melancholy Tune
Write about your character hearing a song that brings up profound feelings of sadness.
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Exploring Active Listening
Recount a situation in which you consciously practiced active listening, and illuminate the outcome of that conversation.
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Sensory Focus
Choose a photograph and describe it so vividly that a reader can imagine seeing, smelling, touching, hearing and tasting the scene.
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Creative Invention Time
You’ve just invented a device that can turn your thoughts into music. Write about your experiences using this device.
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Whispers in the Night
Write a story where a character begins hearing voices at night that no one else can hear.
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Midnight Murmurs
Create a narrative where the protagonist begins to hear voices at midnight that provide eerie predictions.