621+ ‘Light’ Writing Prompts
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Enlightening Dark Side
Explore the nature of the Dark Side and how it empowers and corrupts Darth Vader.
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December Night Mirage
Imagine an extraordinary event or spectacle occurring on a calm December night.
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Tangled Threads
A crucial secret comes to light that links all previously unrelated events and characters.
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Survival Guide
Construct a humorous survival guide for getting through a family Thanksgiving gathering.
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The Plague Nurse
Set during The Sweate, a mysterious and frightful illness of the Tudor era, write about a nurse who risks everything…
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Persephone’s Spring
Develop a story based on the myth of Persephone, symbolizing the succession of winter and spring.
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The After Dinner Game
Present a playful yet suspenseful scenario where a group of friends take part in a seemingly benign game that slowly…
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Sunscreen War
Imagine a world where sunscreen is akin to a precious gem or an invaluable resource, capable of sparking conflicts.
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The Air Conditioner Revolt
Imagine if all the air conditioners in the world decided to go on strike during the hottest summer.
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Celestial Crusader
Draft a tale focusing on a superhero who was once a villain but metamorphosed after an encounter with an alien…
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Morality Spectrum in Hero League
Write about the differing views of morality within a superhero team and how they impact decision-making processes.
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Sunny Conversations
Write a dialogue between the sun and Earth after their long, cold winter separation.
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Travelers and Locals
Write a fictional story about meeting a local on a summer vacation who altered your perspective on life.
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Shamrock Symbolism
Explore the deeper significance of the shamrock, a symbol commonly associated with St. Patrick’s Day.
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Global Greening
Describe a global landmark you’d love to see “go green” for St. Patrick’s Day and why.
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The Unseen War
Construct a story around a spy who realizes that the very government they’re spying for is the enemy they were…
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Tag, You’re It in The Sky
Write about a group of friends who decide to play a game of tag while skydiving.
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Celebrating Art From A Child’s Eye
Write an appreciation piece for a childhood art project that you truly admire.
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Impact of Human Actions
Explain how human activities influence Earth’s environment, focusing on both beneficial and harmful outcomes.
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Santa’s Pen Pal
Imagine Santa Claus receiving a letter from a child that is not like any other he has ever received. What…
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Forbidden Fields
A wealthy landlord’s son falls in love with a penniless worker’s daughter who works in their fields.
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The Earth’s Biography
Compose a biographical narrative for Mother Earth from her earliest days till now.
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Superhero’s Day Off
Report a news story about a day in the life of a local superhero, during their day off.
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The Art Of Revision
Pick a scene from your first short story and revise it based on your current writing skills.
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Waste Not, Want Not
Write about an item you regularly throw away and devise an alternative use for it.
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Finding Light in the Cold
How does February with its aspects of cold, bleak weather or romance affect you and how do you find joy…
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Tales of Conflict & Resolution
Narrate an incident of disagreement within your family and focus on how it was resolved.
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Illumination of Thoughts
Light a candle during Earth Hour and describe your thought process with the flicker of the flame.
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Darkness and Light
Explore your personal associations and emotional responses to experiencing more daylight or darkness due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Bioluminescent Wonder
Imagine you’ve discovered a new bioluminescent organism and describe its features, behavior, and habitat.
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Delia’s Time-Traveling Dentures
Imagine a sweet old grandmother’s dentures have an uncanny ability to transport her to any place or time she fancies…
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Emotion Versus Rationality
Share an instance where your emotional responses dictated your opinions rather than logic.
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The Cursed Lighthouse
Describe a night in a cursed lighthouse believed to be haunted by a ghost of a previous keeper.
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First Contact
Write a narrative about an Earth space crew who make first contact with an extraterrestrial species.
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Autumn End
Reflect on the quote, “November is the last month of autumn, but the beginning of a new adventure.”
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Haunting Humor
Develop a story around a comedic ghost who uses their haunting abilities to create humorous situations.
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Sanctuary of Solitude
Paint a picture of a hidden sanctuary, a place untouched by the apocalypse.
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Rekindled Romance, Ruined World
Write a romance tale set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic world.
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Transforming Negatives Into Positives
Write about an obstacle that you are currently facing and then brainstorm three strategies to overcome it by reframing it…
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Blinded by Sunlight
Explore how a vampire might feel and survive in a world where they are forever denied the warmth and light…
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The Wandering Spirit
Write about a lovable ghost living in your neighborhood, a mischievous but harmless spirit who behaves more like a local…
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The Moonlit Journey
Spin a tale about a character who embarks on a journey under the October moonlight.
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The Ghost’s Halloween Party
Write a funny story about a ghost who is planning a Halloween party for its ghost-friends.
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The Family Teapot Heirloom
How would you keep the tradition alive if you inherited a family teapot that had been passed down through generations?
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A Dance with Light
Reflect on the changing quality of sunlight in November and how it affects your mood and daily activities.
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The Dance of Fireflies
Imagine a secret gathering of fireflies in your garden, narrating it as if it’s an exclusive, secret party.
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Time-lapse Travels
Write a narrative as though you are a blooming flower, experiencing the transition into spring.
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Cats vs. Dogs
Engage in a light-hearted and humorous debate delineating the advantages of having a cat as a pet over a dog.
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The Celestial Lighthouse
Describe a lighthouse whose light can guide lost souls back to the realm of the living.
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The Forgotten History
Develop a story exploring a mysterious and forgotten aspect of local city’s history.
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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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The Compass Rose Affair
Write about a young amateur detective who starts to see her rival sleuth in a whole new light when they’re…
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Sustainability in Style
If you were to suggest a sustainable shift for your spring wardrobe, what would it be and why?
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If Animals Formed a Band
Imagine if the animals at the zoo formed a music band. Name the band and describe the types of music…
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The Supermarket Showdown
Detail an epic showdown between two elderly women arguing over the last pack of toilet paper in a supermarket.
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Digital Ghosts
Write a story about a haunted computer or smartphone that begins communicating with its owner in unexpected ways.
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Behind the Lies
Create a fictional world and a political incident, then write two versions of the incident; one as reported by a…
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Between Light and Grey
Write about a moment when Mace Windu reaches the brink of straying into Grey Jedi territory.