3026+ ‘Narrative’ Writing Prompts
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Sacred Survival
Write a piece where a religious leader takes charge to guide and protect their community during a zombie apocalypse.
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Zombie Savior
Construct a narrative where zombies are not the antagonists, but the heroes who save mankind.
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Toy’s Adventure
Imagine your favorite toy going on an epic adventure. Where would they go? What would they do?
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Empathy Exercise
Choose a person you struggle to understand or get along with, and write a narrative from their perspective.
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The Magical Object
Write a story about a magical object that grants wishes, but with unexpected consequences.
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The Reluctant Evil
Write about a villain who didn’t choose the path of evil, but had it thrust upon them.
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Resurrecting Legends
Dive into the history of vampire mythology and craft a unique origin story that explains how vampires came to exist.
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Voices of the Future
Write a story from the perspective of young Jedi apprentices witnessing the fall and dealing with its aftermath.
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The Fall from Inside
Write from the perspective of a Jedi who becomes disillusioned with the Jedi Order and chooses to leave.
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The Price of Gossip
Create a story where a rumor causes harm and the characters learn why it’s important not to spread rumors.
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Role Reversal
Write a story in which roles are reversed, such as animals ruling over humans or children being in charge of adults.
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Exploring Contradictions
Write a short narrative in which the main character holds two opposing beliefs.
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Triumph Over Trials
Describe a time when you overcame a significant challenge in your life, detailing the process and emotions you experienced.
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Ethical Exemplars
Write a narrative from the perspective of a person you consider to be morally and ethically inspirational.
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Adventure in the Amazon Rainforest
Write about an adventure through the Amazon Rainforest. What animals do you see? What plants do you encounter? How does the experience change you?
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Journey to the Pyramids
Imagine a journey to the Egyptian Pyramids. Describe the journey and what you see when you get there.
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Space Spectacle
Imagine you have been selected to join the next Mars mission. Narrate your preparation, journey, and landing.
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Underwater Adventure
Write a story about an adventure under the sea, exploring different sea creatures.
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Eternal Love
Consider a scenario where a couple spending Valentine’s Day in a haunted estate are forced to confront ghosts trapped in a cycle of unending romance and tragedy.
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St. Valentine’s Massacre
Reimagine the infamous gangland murder in 1929 Chicago as a supernatural event.
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Cupid’s Cruel Intent
Craft a narrative where Cupid is not a charming cherub, but a malevolent entity.
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Gone but not Forgotten
Write about a person you’ve lost and how their absence affects your daily life.
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The Journey of a Plastic Bottle
Narrate the story of a discarded plastic bottle and its journey to a recycling plant.
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Animal Adaptations
Choose an animal and write about the unique adaptations it has developed to survive in its environment.
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Galaxy Odyssey
Imagine you’re piloting a starship through the endless space, what is your journey like and what new worlds do you encounter?
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Unusual Heroes Journey
Write about an unlikely, ordinary object that has suddenly been given magical powers.
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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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The Minotaur’s Labyrinth Rebirth
Weave a narrative where an archeologist uncovers a hidden, elaborate labyrinth leading to the mythical Minotaur.
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Dragon Riders of Elorim
Create a narrative based on a civilization co-existing with dragons and the select few chosen as their riders.
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Chasing The Abyss
Create a narrative where your character is a marine biologist who finds an unexplored underwater chasm.
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Plot Twist Prediction
Recall a book which had a major plot twist and write how you would have predicted the twist earlier in the book.
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Character Analysis
Write about your favorite character in a recently read book and describe what you admire about them.
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The Unsung Hero
Write a narrative about a person in your community who deserves recognition but often goes unnoticed.
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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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Magical Animal Friend
Create a story about discovering a magical talking animal in your back garden.
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Life Blossoms
Create a piece where a spring flower has strong symbolic significance – perhaps it’s a metaphor for a character’s personal growth or a wider societal issue.
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Blooming Narratives
Write a story that revolves around a unique spring flower, with the flower’s lifecycle marking important events.
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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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Winter Wonderland
Imagine you wake up to find your home transformed into a Winter Wonderland, describe what you see and do.
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Fall Festival
Write a story about a fun-filled day at a fall festival, including all the activities that were enjoyed.
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School Bus Adventure
Write a story about an exciting or unexpected event that happens on the school bus.
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School Bus Bonds
Compose a story about a memorable journey you had on a school bus between home and school.
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Animal Heroics
Imagine your pet has just saved the day, what did they do and how did the situation unfold?
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Dawn of Creation
Write about how you think the world was born from the perspective of Mother Nature.
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Fantastic Hobby Adventure
Write a short story where your hobby comes to life and goes on an adventure.
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In the Shoes of a Collector
Put yourself in the shoes of a collector. Pick something you would like to collect and describe your collection.
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Happy Hippo or Sad Seal
Write a story about a hippo who is always happy or a seal who is always sad.
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Apple Orchard Excursion
Imagine you are a child visiting an apple orchard, describe what you see, hear, smell and feel.
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A Leaf’s Journey
Write a story from a leaf’s perspective as it changes color and eventually falls from the tree.
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Underappreciated Heroes
Write a narrative from the perspective of an underappreciated employee finally receiving recognition on Employee Appreciation Day.
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Journey to the Cloud Kingdom
Tell a story of an exciting adventure to a magical kingdom above the clouds.
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Carolers on Elm Street
Write a short story featuring a group of capable carolers bringing joy to the residents of Elm Street.
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A Valentine’s Day Miracle
Write a magical story about a Valentine’s Day miracle that brings joy to a community.
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The Hunt for the Missing Valentine
Write a captivating mystery picture book centered around a missing Valentine’s Day card.
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Day in the Life of a Pet
Write from the perspective of your pet or a favorite animal. Describe their day, detailing their thoughts, feelings, and actions.
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A Conversation with a Hero
Imagine having a one-on-one conversation with someone you consider to be a hero. What would you ask them? What would they tell you?
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Echoes of First Love
Recount your first love experience and how it affected your perception of love and relationships.
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The Cost of Urbanization
Describe a city you know well, focusing on its environmental issues related to urbanization.
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Animal Whisperer Mystery
Write a story about a child who has the ability to communicate with animals and solves mysteries involving them.
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Hidden Time Capsule Conundrum
Craft a narrative where a time capsule, meant to be opened after a decade, mysteriously goes missing before the long-awaited day arrives.
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The Missing Mascot
In your narrative, bring to life a story about a school mascot that mysteriously disappears on the eve of a big game.
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Unseen Guardians
Create a story revolving around a character who learns they have been unknowingly protected by a guardian angel, and their struggle to accept that unseen assistance.
