13+ ‘Into the Mystery’ Writing Prompts
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A Forgotten Past
Construct a character who is trying to uncover the truth about their forgotten past.
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Deadly Vows
A couple recites their vows on Valentine’s Day, not knowing it would be their last day together.
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Leprechaun Origins
Write a fictional origin story for leprechauns, the legendary creatures of Irish folklore.
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Planet’s Voice
You are a planet in a solar system far away from Earth. Narrate your cosmic journey from your creation to the present day.
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Mysterious Harvest Light
Write about a community that is plagued by strange disappearances during the harvest season.
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Sinister Attachment
You purchase an item from a thrift store that happens to be possessed by a ghost.
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Vanishing Act
Write a thriller about a protagonist whose best friend suddenly disappears without a trace.
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The Lost Magical City
Craft a tale centered around the mysterious disappearance of a famed magical city.
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Forgotten Battlefield
Imagine stumbling upon an ancient, abandoned battlefield. What secrets does it hold?
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Top Secret Mistaken Identity
Imagine a scenario where you accidentally receive a secret spy message meant for someone else.
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An Unusual Gift
Write a tale about an unexpected gift that changes the course of the protagonist’s life.
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Footsteps in the Attic
Your character is alone at home when they suddenly hear footsteps from the attic.
