604+ ‘Memory’ Writing Prompts
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Phantom Memories
Write a tale about a zombie experiencing “phantom memories”, echoes from their past.
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Last Standing Structures
Depict the known landmarks or monuments and how they still stand in your narrated post-apocalypse world.
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Fallen Leaves, Fallen Moments
Chronicle the most significant memory that comes to you under an October night.
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Masterpiece of My Life
Choose a moment in your life and depict it as a painting, describing the elements you would include.
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Mosaic of Memories
Write about a significant memory from each of your life stages—childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, and so on.
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Elementary School Encounters
Narrate an incident from elementary school that you still remember vividly.
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Sun-drenched Memories
Create a narrative centering on a poignant memory indemnified by the vivid, warm glow of a summer sun.
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Retracing Steps
Write about significant places you visited or frequented with your loved one and how each location plays a part in…
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Soundtracks of Memories
Create a playlist that reminds you of the loved one you lost and write about why each song is pertinent.
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The Memory-Laden Bauble
Write about a specific Christmas decoration that holds importance to you in a personal way.
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A Memorable Holiday Celebration
Recount a specific holiday that you remember vividly for a good or bad reason.
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Summer Adventure
Narrate a thrilling summer adventure you had (or wish to have) with your best friend.
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The Scent of Memories
Describe a fragrance that transports you back to a specific moment in your past.
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Past and Present Perspectives
Write about a childhood memory that you view differently now as an adult.
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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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Reflection of Love
Write about your earliest memory of experiencing love or affection, whether it came from a person, a pet, or even…
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Awakening after Amnesia
Narrate a character’s internal struggle as they slowly regain their memory, rediscovering forgotten parts of themselves, but not recognizing who…
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Shadows of the Past
Write about a protagonist who moves to a new house only to be haunted by shadows of the previous resident.
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Unwrapping the Unexpected
Narrate a tale of an unexpected event or surprising turn of circumstances that took place during a Yuletide celebration.
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Crafting Your Poem
In honor of World Poetry Day, write your own poem, focusing on a theme of your choice.
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The Unexpected Meeting
Story about bumping into someone you hadn’t thought of in ages, at a New Year’s party.
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The Time Capsule Surprise
Imagine opening a time capsule you buried 10 years ago on New Year’s day, and write about the unexpected items…
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Guardians of the Earth
Write a short story about an Earth memory embodied as a character protecting its wonder.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration: Reflection and Revival
Write about a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration that marked a significant change in your life.
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Quilting: A Generational Journey
Write about a quilt that has been passed down through generations in your family.
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The Forgotten Christmas Gift
Imagine discovering a long-forgotten, unopened Christmas gift. Dive into its story.
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Ocean of Tears
Write a letter to your tears, recognizing each one of them as symbols of your pain, agitation, and love.
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Gone with the Snowflakes
Create a narrative about an old man watching the year’s first snowfall from his window and reminiscing over his lost…
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Snow-Painted Memories
Experiment with a narrative where memory is represented as snow – covering everything with an ethereal beauty.
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Christmas Memories from Childhood
Write a detailed story about a specific Christmas from your past, allowing yourself to become immersed in the fond memories.
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Birdsong Dawn
Write about waking up to the orchestra of bird songs bathing your early April morning.
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Flavourful Memories
Recall a meal you were fortunate enough to consume that left a lasting impression on you.
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The Time Pocket
Write about a time in your childhood that you’d want to relive or visit. Embed this moment in your sanctuary.
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The Dawn of Immortality
Write about the night you were turned into a vampire, describing your emotions, environment and the person who changed you.
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The Vanishing Valentine
Every year, on the eve of Valentine’s Day, a particular person goes missing from town.
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Love’s First Flutter
Capture the moment when you noticed a classmate in a different light on Valentine’s Day.
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Lost Love Letters
Write a story in which a character discovers old love letters that trigger flashbacks of a tumultuous romance they had…
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Classroom Confessions
Revisit a character’s high school experience, exploring a pivotal or transformative confession that happened during those years.
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Unveiling Hidden Secrets
Write a story about a character uncovering a hidden secret about a loved one through a series of flashbacks.
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Music-Induced Memories
Choose a piece of music that holds significance to you and weave a narrative from the emotions it evokes.
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Haunted Mindscape
A traumatic event from the past haunts the protagonist as they try to make sense of a current problematic situation.
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Memory Maze
Write a story where the protagonist starts to question their memories and their own sanity.
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Middle School Milestone
Describe your most memorable moment in middle school and what lesson it taught you.
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Vaults of the Mind
Pen a story of a skilled psychiatrist who can delve into people’s memories, but stumbles upon a mysterious memory in…
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Paradox of the Past
Create a flash fiction story about a character who learns a shocking secret from their past.
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Autumn Air Breath
Write about the smell of Fall, focusing on outdoor smells like the freshness of the autumn air, the scent of…
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Unseen Connections
Pick two seemingly unrelated memories and write about how they connect or influence each other.
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Obscured Reality
Craft a story where the detective, while probing into an old case, realizes that his/her perception of a past event…
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Disappearing Devotion
Explore a scenario where one partner in a romantic relationship begins to forget the other due to a mysterious inexplicable…
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The Forgotten Memory
You suddenly recall a forgotten childhood memory which reveals a shocking truth.
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Mesmerising App
Create a thrilling narrative around a new app that has strange and unexpected consequences on its users.
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Comfort Foods and Family Recipes
Write about a specific meal or recipe that brings a sense of comfort and warmth to your home in December.
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The Lost Hunter
Create a narrative about a zombie exterminator who loses their memory but retains their hunting instincts.
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Cognitive Conundrum
Create a story around a superhero who loses their memory and tries to rediscover their superpowers, while facing the challenges…
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Gratitude and Memory
Write about a past event that you didn’t necessarily appreciate at the time, but now with perspective, feel grateful for…
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Pastel Palette of Memories
Reflect on an Easter memory that profoundly impacted you, focusing on how the pastel colors around you contributed to the…
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The Gift of Time
Write about a moment in which you gave someone the gift of your time, detailing their reactions and your own…
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Piecing Together History
Imagine life in a world where writing didn’t exist. How would information be passed, shared, or remembered? Reflect on the…
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Memory Makers
Consider a moment in your life where writing has directly led to a particular success or realization. Relate that to…
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Shadow of the Past
Pen an intense drama story where a character is haunted by a ghost from their past, which serves as a…
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Reviving Frozen Memories
Bring back a happy winter memory from your past and analyze how it influences your current wellness perspective.
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Frozen Stilled Moments
Detail a moment from your past that felt frozen in time due to the first day of snow.
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St. Patrick’s Day Feast
Describe the culinary delights of St. Patrick’s Day, detailing your favorite traditional Irish dish.
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Taste of Radiant Summer
Describe your favorite summer meal, focusing on how it perfectly encapsulates the season.
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Invigorating Summer Adventure
Narrate a daring or thrilling adventure you had during a summer vacation.
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The Superhero’s Lost Love
Write about an aging superhero and a romantic relationship from their past that had to be sacrificed for the sake…
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Many Traditions, One Table
Write about the unique traditions your family has around the Thanksgiving table.
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Close-Knit Memories
Record your favorite family memory and explain why you are grateful for that moment.
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Foe’s Forgotten Memory
Imagine a kidnap victim waking up to discover their captor suffering from amnesia.
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The Brokenhearted Playlist
Create a playlist of songs that remind you of your lost love and describe the memories they hold.
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Coffee Shop Memories
Recount a significant encounter or conversation in a coffee shop with a loved one who is no longer in your…
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Comfort Closeness
Craft a tale around an old, cherished sweater and what it means to the protagonist.
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Mismatched Memories
Modify the workings of memory, making it a communal rather than individual experience.
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Childhood Revisited
Write a detailed narrative about your earliest memory and how it may have influenced your life.
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Cherished Memories
Reflect and write about a memory that brings a surge of gratitude within you. Explore the narrative behind this memory…
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The Evolution of Us
Chart out the growth and evolution of your friendship from when you first met till now.
