14+ ‘Mermaid’ Writing Prompts
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Mermaid’s Melancholy
Narrate a poignant tale about a mermaid’s life beneath the waves and her longing for the world above the sea.
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Flying on a Magic Carpet
Ride on your magic carpet and depict where you go. Then, write a timed story about your journey.
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Unseen Lifeforms
Imagine a popular creature like a unicorn, dragon, or mermaid was just discovered. How does the world react, and what role do you play in these events?
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Fabled Creatures Reimagined
Write a tale about a traditional mythical creature in a contemporary setting.
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Mysterious Mermaid Encounter
Imagine your ship is stranded in the middle of the ocean and you encounter a mysterious mermaid.
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From the Beast’s Eyes
Retell a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain or another minor character.
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Mermaid’s Lagoon
Write a diary entry as a kid who befriends a mermaid during a seaside summer vacation.
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Underwater Adventures
Create a sea adventure focusing on three words: submarine, coral, and mermaid.
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Moonlit Fantasies
Craft a tale centered on a romance between a fandom character and a mythological creature.
