1589+ ‘Nature’ Writing Prompts
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Underneath the White Cloak
Describe a day in the life of an animal coping with a deep layer of snow.
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Lush Solstice
Imagine a version of Earth where Winter Solstice instead ushers in a wave of intense plant growth overnight.
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Sunset and Sunrise Contemplations
Write a story about someone who witnesses both the sunset of the shortest day, and sunrise of the longest night.
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Vanished in the Whiteout
Conceptualize a story around the sudden, inexplicable disappearances happening during harsh winter blizzards.
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A Snowflake’s Perspective
Write a tale from the perspective of a snowflake falling on Christmas Eve. Incorporate aspects of happiness, sorrow, hope, and…
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Winter Wildlife Habitat
Write about the activities of winter wildlife as seen from your window on a cold Christmas night.
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The April Blooms Dance
Describe observing the lifecycle of flowers blooming in April from your local park or garden.
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Voices in the Wind
Write a monologue expressing the thoughts of a solitary human being witnessing a hurricane.
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Hushed Horrors in the Himalayas
Build a narrative around a group of mountaineers on a Himalayan expedition who stumble upon a murder mystery.
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Ruins and Revelations
Your main character discovers a mystical ruin in their village, filled with truths about their family’s hidden history.
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Nurture and Nature
Write about a time when you found healing in nature, or imagine a place in nature where you could bring…
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Cupid’s Arrow Misses
Write a story where Cupid’s arrow intended for a couple misses and hits the wrong person.
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Winter Wonderment
Describe the feeling of watching a snowstorm through your cottage window while holding a steamy mug of hot drink.
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Protocol XAR7002 Breach
Write about a war triggered by breaking a universal peace treaty, known as Protocol XAR7002.
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Lava Love Story
Create a romantic short story involving two characters and a volcano as a symbolic entity in their relationship.
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From Wreckage to Restoration
Write about an apocalyptic novel plot where the Earth is on its path to recovery after facing a major man-made…
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Unmasked not Unchanged
The villain’s identity is revealed but it does not change his evil personality.
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Cunning Masterplan
Write about a villain’s elaborate scheme being unfurled, from conception to execution.
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Underground Uprising
Develop a story around a villain who plans to awaken monstrous creatures that reside in the earth’s core.
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Irredeemable Beast
Craft a character narrative for a villain who is pure evil, showing no remorse, and beyond redemption.
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Behind the Mask
Devise a villain who hides their malevolent nature under the guise of a helpful, caring persona.
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Vampire’s Human Heart
Write about a vampire trying to suppress their lingering human emotions and the turmoil entwined with it.
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Face of the Monster
A vampire, once a considerate human, has to battle with his new monstrous identity against his residual human conscience.
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Sorrow of the Undead
Write about a vampire who begins to experience regret for the things he can never have – a normal life,…
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The Taste of Time
Write about the shifts in history you’ve experienced as an immortal being, focusing on significant events and trends.
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Cybernetic Vampirism
Imagine a future where vampires have integrated with technology to enhance their abilities.
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Vampire’s Requiem
Narrate a story of a vampire consumed with guilt and longing for the innocence he once possessed.
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The Road to Humanity
Write about a vampire who embarks on a grueling path to regain his human nature.
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The Blood Drinker’s Deception
Craft a story about a vampire masquerading as a human doctor to hide their murderous activities.
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Nightfall’s Elven Enigma
Imagine that a vampire is the only hope for an elven kingdom plagued by an ancient curse.
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Converted by Force
Narrate a story of an unwilling human who’s been forced into vampirism and is coming to terms with their new…
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Redemption’s Hunger
Explore the character arc of a vampire seeking redemption and attempting to right the wrongs of their past.
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Water Wonderland
Describe a world where water is the primary theme in all aspects of life – architecture, food, fashion, or transportation.
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St. Valentine’s Secret Affair
Write a story about St. Valentine having a secret romance while he was in prison.
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Lifecycle of a Snowflake
Write a day in the life of a snowflake, from being formed in the cloud to melting on the ground.
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Echoes of the Enchanted
Write a story centered around an urban park which acts as a threshold between the human world and the spirit…
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Lost in the Wild
A lost hiker returns after being declared dead five years ago to reveal an unsolved mystery.
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Digital Ghost in The Machine
Write about a notorious cyber criminal who mysteriously disappears leaving a series of complex codes behind.
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The Unpredictable Heir
The least likely person becomes the heir to a major corporation, stirring tumult in the company.
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Evil Uncovered
Write about a villain whose evil nature is revealed due to an unexpected twist of fate.
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Forgotten Languages
Imagine a character who could communicate with non-humans (plants, inanimate objects, the elements etc.), and describe their typical day.
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Bountiful Harvest Chronicles
Write a diary entry of a person experiencing the harvest season in October.
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Solstice Silence
Describe the longest night of the year from the perspective of an animal or nature’s element.
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Neighborhood Critters
Write a story from the perspective of a local animal or pet in your neighborhood.
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Harvesting the Night
Write about the origin of the vampire’s inherent connection with darkness and night.
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Character Revelation Through Speech
Construct a short narrative where one character’s personality traits are unveiled only through their words.
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Identifying Weather Impressions
Reflect and write about how different weather patterns affect your feelings and thoughts.
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Cracking the Code
Detail an average day in the life of a cryptographer who stumbles upon a life-altering secret.
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World Crafting
Write a description of a fantasy world, focusing on elements of nature, society, and magical elements.
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Dear Diary: The Fall Transition
Keep a journal from a leaf’s perspective about the change in season from summer to fall.
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The Feel of Fall
Write about the physical sensations associated with Fall – the chill in the air, the texture of a pumpkin, or…
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The Sound of Crisp Leaves
Write about hearing the sounds that define fall for you, whether it be leaves crunching underfoot or a rush of…
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Orange Symphony
Describe the look of Autumn around you, focusing on the changing colors of the leaves.
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Elvish Enchantment
Imagine living for a day as an elf and write about the magical experiences you encounter.
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Reconstructing Reality
Draft a story about a life-changing event but from an outsider’s perspective.
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Disappearing Riches
Imagine you are a treasure hunter with a special ability to see hidden treasures that others can’t, but they disappear…
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Cosmic Connection
Imagine that each star in the sky is a love story. Pick one star and tell its tale.
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Two-Sided Coin
Write from the perspective of a love potion; what it feels like to force people to fall in love.
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Truth and Consequence
Take a true crime story you’ve read about and reimagine the events, focusing on the mind of the perpetrator or…
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Whispers from Shadowed Depths
Build a story upon a recurring dream that may be a warning about the future.
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The Wandering Woods
In a fictional narrative, describe a forest that moves and changes locations with the seasons.
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Avalanche Escape
Describe an intense adventure of close-encounter with an avalanche during a mountain expedition.
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Wilderness Survival Adventure
Imagine you’re lost in a forest with only a compass and a backpack. How do you survive?
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The Sea Sees All
Write from the perspective of the sea, watching the Titanic disaster unfold.
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The Wording on the Wall
Imagine you’re a passenger who stumbles upon a prediction of the Titanic’s fate scrawled in hidden corner of the ship.
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Reflections on Time
Choose Robert Frost’s ‘Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening’ and convert it into a narrative piece.