189+ ‘Image’ Writing Prompts
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Hidden Depths
Write about a complex character who portrays a simple, unremarkable exterior, but hides an intricate, multifaceted personality within.
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Facing the Mirror
Explore a character grappling with their reflection as they come to terms with their true personality.
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Hidden Benevolence
Write from the perspective of an antihero trying to hide their random acts of kindness.
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Window Imprint
You see a child’s handprint on your frosty cottage window. Who is the child and what is their story?
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Mirror-Mirror Villain
Construct a story where the real villain is a mirror image of the protagonist, sharing the same strengths, weaknesses, and…
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Mirror Image
This villain is the embodiment of what your hero could become if they chose a darker path.
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Behind the Mask
Devise a villain who hides their malevolent nature under the guise of a helpful, caring persona.
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Valentine’s Love Letter
Compose a heartfelt love letter to your significant other or a potential love interest, full of your deepest feelings.
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Self-Portrait
Write a detailed self-description, defining both your physical attributes and personal traits.
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The Mystery of the Abandoned Mansion
Imagine a never-before-entered mansion that holds the key to an unsolved murder.
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Significance of Romance
Explain what romance means to you and how it is celebrated on Valentine’s day.
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Flesh and Blood
Write from the perspective of a villain, considering not just their sinister actions, but also their human characteristics and vulnerabilities.
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Puberty Perspectives
Write about your experience of puberty and how it has affected your emotions, relationships, and self-perception.
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Beneath The Perfect Facade
Explore the story of a flawless individual whose life seems too good to be true.
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Fireside Stories
Pen a story inspired by the image of your family gathered around the fireplace in December.
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The Flapper Feminist
You are a young woman in the 1920s who rejects the traditional gender norms of the time and adopts the…
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The Hero’s Fall from Grace
Write about a superhero who makes a tragic mistake that leads to their downfall.
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A Thousand Words
Write a piece based on a photograph or painting, capturing the essence of the subject, the emotions they evoke, and…
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Social Media Scandal
Your superhero has been accused of a scandal on social media. How do they handle it?
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The Cost of Power
Describe in great detail the physical and emotional toll a superhero battle takes on the hero.
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Social Media Saviors
Imagine a world where superhero powers are determined by the number of likes, shares, and retweets a person gets on…
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Fortune Teller Folly
You’ve come across a fortune-teller booth at the fair, but the predictions are all alarmingly strange.
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World in a Snap
Describe a photograph from your personal collection that holds a profound significance to you.
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Mirror Image
Pen a story about a character who becomes possessed after encountering a cursed mirror.
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Animal Antics
Find an image of animals behaving unusually and craft a story explaining what’s going on.
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Communal Coexistence
Imagine a society where zombies and humans live in harmony, sharing spaces and responsibilities.
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Ripples of Change
Imagine tossing a stone into a clear, still pond and capturing the ripples it creates.
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Unlikely Political Hero
Write about an unlikely character rising through the ranks of a political party in a future dystopian society.
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A Year in Metaphors
Select a handful of metaphors that encapsulate who you want to become in the new year.
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Yearnings of the Heart
Identify and write about your deepest desires when it comes to romantic relationships.
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Adventures with an Ancestor
Pen down the exciting adventures you could see yourself having if you traveled back in time to meet an adventurous…
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Elating Mirror Image
Write a letter to yourself highlighting all the qualities you admire about yourself.
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Grumpy Elf’s Diary
Imagine the grumpiest elf at Santa’s workshop writing a frustrated diary entry during the Christmas rush.
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Santa’s New Diet
Imagine Santa Claus has decided to go on a diet this Christmas. How does this affect Christmas Eve?
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Artistic Adventure
Imagine that you can jump into your favorite painting or picture. What image would you choose and what would happen…
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The Symbol of Earth Day
Write about the significance of the Earth Day flag and its symbol, how it has come to represent the movement,…
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Unconventional Heroes
Craft a story about a protagonist whose physicality doesn’t match the typical “hero” image.
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Redefining Body Image
Describe how your perception of your body changes as you engage in regular exercising and healthy eating.
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The Phantom Portrait
Describe a spectral image that lingers in the subject of an ominously lifelike portrait.
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Chance Encounter
Imagine a character who runs into someone who is a spitting image of a significant person from their past.
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Photograph in the Wrong Hands
Craft a story where a harmless photograph gets a character framed for a crime.
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My Unseen Friend
Write a story about an invisible friend, detailing all their characteristics and adventures you two would have together.
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The Friendly Monster
Imagine that you meet a monster in the park, but instead of feeling scared, you become friends. What is it…
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Costumes & Controversy
Create a story about a female superhero who’s not afraid to break the stereotype and what it means for her…
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“Battle Against Body Shaming”
A young woman fights against body shaming and works towards promoting body positivity.
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Exotic Dream Destination
Write about a location you’ve always dreamed of visiting, detailing not just the scenery, but also the smells, sounds, local…
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My Super Pet
Imagine you have a pet with superpowers. Explain what your pet looks like and what kind of superpowers it has.
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Setting The Stage
Describe a city you’ve never visited but instead, construct its image entirely from your imagination.
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Inconspicuous Overlord
Envision a world where a supremely powerful invisible entity rules without the knowledge of its subjects.
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The Mirror Image
Write a story where a grieving lover sees the reflection of their lost love in everyone they meet.
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Loving My Reflection
Write a letter to your reflection sharing five things you admire about your appearance.
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Hidden Agenda
Create a character who, on the surface, has a normal job but secretly works as a corporate spy.
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Fright at the Museum
Imagine an ancient artifact in a museum that, under moonlight, transforms into a chilling creature.
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Hard-Hitting Interview
Write an intense dialogue between a relentless journalist and a guarded, high-profile individual.
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Shadows in the Spotlight
Craft a story about a successful performer wrestling with a deeply held secret.
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True Identity
In a world where everyone wears masks, write about a day where everyone’s true identities are revealed.
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The Living Jigsaw
Write a story about a seemingly normal jigsaw puzzle that sets off a series of horrifying events once completed.
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Quest For Power
Create a villainous character who wishes to seize power, but must appear heroic to win the public’s support.
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Villains’ Lair
Describe the details of your nemesis’s secret lair and why it reflects their personality.
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Survival Santa
Write about how Santa ended up on a deserted island and how he plans to survive until Christmas.
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Echoes from the Playground
Write a story where the joyful sounds from a children’s playground turn out to be ghostly echoes of children from…
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Fall Friendship
Imagine your best friend is a scarecrow in a pumpkin patch. How would you spend your day together?
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Barbie’s Impact
How has Barbie, as a cultural icon, impacted society’s perceptions of beauty and femininity?
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Autumn Nostalgia
Describe the sounds, smells, sights, and feelings that come with an October evening.
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Gallery Walk
Imagine walking through a gallery filled with portraits of people. Choose one portrait and tell the person’s story.
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Ship of Discovery
Imagine you were the captain of a 15th century exploration vessel setting sail to unknown lands.
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Nearly Headless Nick’s Tale
Write a story about the life and death of Nearly Headless Nick, and how he has come to terms with…
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Unpacking Shadows
Create a written portrait of a ‘ghost’ left behind by the grief and describe their presence in your day-to-day life.
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Authentic Inauthenticity
Write a story where a renowned author confesses to his audience that all his highly celebrated works were the raw…
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Fractured Image
A character discovers a shocking secret about their past, altering their understanding of their life and identity.
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Shadow and Light Cocktail
Write about how your light and shadow work together to create the unique blend that is ‘you’.
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Redefining Beauty
Write about how your self-perception has changed or evolved in the face of adversity.
