687+ ‘Individual’ Writing Prompts
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War Heroes Unmasked
Write about a highly celebrated war hero who struggles with the horrors of war behind the scenes.
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Revolutionary War Correspondences
Compose a story of two best friends separated by the Revolutionary War, communicating through letters.
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The Quarantine Chronicle
Document your daily routine during quarantine and share how it has affected you.
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The Steam-slinger’s Standoff
Write a tale about a steam-powered gunslinger in a stand-off with the newest model glock-automaton.
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Silicon Protagonist
Imagine a world from the perspective of a cybernetically-enhanced individual fighting against the system.
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Superhero School Dropout
A world where everyone has extraordinary abilities is the norm, but you’re the rare exception, an individual without any special powers.
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Resistance Against the Regime
Envision a character opposing a tyrannical government in a dystopian society.
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Journey towards Self-Identity
Your protagonist is on a journey of self-discovery and identity formation.
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The Sole Survivor
Traumatizing experiences often stay with survivors and continually impact their lives. Write about ‘the sole survivor’ of an horrific event.
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Frozen in Guilt
A narrative involving a character that lives with an enormous sense of guilt and its baneful consequences.
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Mentor Moments
Write about an influential teacher or mentor who has changed your journey in unexpected ways.
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Medieval Scribe
As a medieval scribe, your work is both a lifeline and luxury. What are you responsible for recording, and how does it shape your perspective of the world around you?
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Parental Influence
Pen a poem that delves deep into how your relationship with your parents has shaped you.
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Journey of a Raindrop
Tailor a poem that narrates the journey of a raindrop. It can begin in the cloud and finish as it hits the ground, or even further.
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Revolutionary Moment
Write a chapter in which your character sparks a revolution or significant change in their environment.
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Establishing Core Beliefs
Write about a character who stands firm in their beliefs, regardless of societal pressure.
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Meet the Antagonist
Craft a short story in which the protagonist and the antagonist meet for the first time.
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Path of Personal Development
Trace your personal development over the years, focusing on key life lessons and growth.
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The Special Someone
Narrate your relationship with a person who has significantly influenced your life.
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Tackling Global Warming At Your Level
Discuss in depth about what individual actions you think can be taken at a personal level to combat global warming.
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Fabric of Friendship
Recount an extraordinary friendship in your life that facilitated growth and self-discovery.
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Political Biographies
Write a concise biography of a political figure who has significantly influenced your views.
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Unraveling the Secrets of History
Choose a historical event that you find intriguing and explore it, explaining what it entailed and why it interests you.
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Mastering Mystery
Craft a story about an enigmatic figure in the town everyone is intrigued by, but no one really knows.
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The Powerful Paradigm
Write a speech about a significant paradigm shift in society or a field of study.
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The Dissociative Dinner Party
Write a script where a character who suffers from dissociative identity disorder hosts a dinner party.
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Future Classroom Vision
Imagine you are the Education Minister, describe your ideal learning environment.
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Catastrophic Consequences
Tell a story about a character who makes a seemingly insignificant decision that leads to disastrous results.
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Into The Future
Write about your ideal future, outlining your career, personal life, and major milestones.
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Parallel Universe Postcard
Imagine you’ve received a postcard from an alternate universe version of yourself. Write what’s on the postcard.
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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 to the cave.
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Navigating Nietzsche’s Nihilism
Imagine living in a world where there are no absolute values or definitive meaning. How would you create meaning for your existence?
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Journey Through A Healing Process
Pen down a journey of healing you have been through, from the initial hurt to your transformation and healing.
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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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Out of Comfort Zone
Narrate a story about an individual who leaves their comfort zone to chase an unrealistic dream.
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The Birth of Civilization
Write a story about a day in the life of an individual living in one of the first Mesopotamian cities.
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Rediscovering Your Voice
Write about a time you felt suppressed and how free writing allowed you to express yourself.
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Cultural Tapestry
Write about a unique cultural tradition your family has and how it has shaped your identity.
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Heroic Heritage
Choose a family member who you see as a hero and delve into their life and contributions.
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Resilience in Hard Times
Write about a challenging time your family faced and how it brought you all closer.
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Family Rituals
Reflect on a recurring tradition or ritual in your family and explain how it’s impacted your life.
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Fabric of Values
Identify the core values your family holds and how they have influenced your own ethical framework.
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Name Transformation
Write about any changes made to your family name over time and events that might have caused these changes.
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A Tribute to Resilience
Write about a family member who exhibited extraordinary resilience in tough times.
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Family Talents Uncovered
Pen down unique abilities and talents that each family member possesses, and how it contributes to your familial bond.
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Heartfelt Honors
Describe a family celebration where a member was recognized or honored and how it touched you.
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Family Conflict Resolution
Write about a conflict that occurred within your family and how it was resolved.