487+ ‘Need’ Writing Prompts
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The New Sport
Invent a new sport: describe the rules, the equipment needed, and the kind of athletes who would excel at it.
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Secret Identity and Dangerous Revelations
Write about a character who discovers their true identity tied to a notorious unsolved mystery.
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From the Perspective of My Pet
Imagine being your pet for a day and write a letter to a friend about what you experienced.
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The Story of My Superpower
Write about a superpower you wish you had and how you would use it.
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Spectrum of Emotions
Choose five emotions and describe a situation in which you strongly experienced each one.
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Alien Exchange Student
Imagine an alien from another planet has joined your school as an exchange student. Write about their experiences.
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Planet Redesign
If you were given the chance to redesign any planet in our solar system, which one would it be and why? How would you redesign it?
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First Love Soliloquy
Write a monologue expressing the feelings of a character experiencing first love.
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Casting a Spell
Imagine that you have just learned a new magical spell. What is this spell, and how do you use it?
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Sweeping the Old, Welcoming the New
Initiate a journal entry about a cleaning ritual in preparation for the New Year, symbolizing the removal of ill-fortune and welcoming good luck.
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Market of the Future
Imagine your local community farmer’s market 50 years from now – how has it changed due to adopting sustainable practices?
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Exploring Preferences
Imagine a world without Daylight Saving Time and write about how it would affect your daily life.
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Phoenix from the Ashes
Tell a story about a character who experiences something traumatic but comes out stronger at the end.
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The Forgotten Legend
Describe a superhero who, upon suffering amnesia after a brutal battle, has to rediscover their abilities and moral compass.
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Projection and Reflection
Write about a time when you realized you were projecting your feelings onto another person.
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Design of the Future
What new invention could you see being useful 100 years from now? Picture it and describe the invention in detail.
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Invent Your Own Gadget
Imagine you can create a device that could do anything you want. Write about what it is and how it works.
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Intricate Time Machine
If you could design your own time machine, how would it be? Write about it using simple, compound, and complex sentences.
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Map Your Day
Draw a map of a typical day in your life, including the activities you do and the people you meet.
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Historical Investigation
Choose a historical event and write a detailed account of it from a modern standpoint.
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Islands of Adventure
If you were stranded on a deserted island like the kids in The Swiss Family Robinson, what items would you want with you and how would you survive?
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Savoring Self-Love
Describe five ways in which you’re going to show yourself love and kindness over the next week.
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Nurturing the Inner Child
Consider what your inner child needs right now, and write about how you’re going to meet those needs.
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Guardian of the Magical Relic
Narrate a story about a humble blacksmith who is unknowingly the guardian of a powerful magical relic.
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January Reflections
Describe your most significant habit that you either developed or broke in the previous January.
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Who to Ask for Help
Write a narrative in which the central character seeks help from a safety officer.
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A Day In The Life Of A Teacher
Imagine you are a teacher for a day. Write about the day from the teacher’s point of view.
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A Glimpse into the Private Life
Imagine and describe a typical day off/downtime for Queen Amidala when she is not attending to her royal duties.
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Recycling Today for Earth Tomorrow
Craft a step by step guide on how you would implement a recycling system in a community that has never had one.
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The Natural Wonder Argument
Choose one natural wonder and compose a persuasive essay on why it should be preserved at all costs.
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Time Recovery Agency
Pen a story about a secret agency responsible for maintaining the timeline, and a rogue agent who threatens it.
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Settling in the Dust
Write about a family trying to establish a farm during the Dust Bowl.
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The Diary of a Lone Survivor
Write a day-to-day diary of a lone survivor in a post-apocalyptic dystopian world.
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Vampiric Values
Write about a vampire who might be grappling with retaining their human morals despite requiring human blood for survival.
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Future Self-Reflection
Write a letter from your future self to your present self, detailing the personal growth you want to achieve.
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Manifestation Diary
Write about your future self by documenting where you see yourself in ten years’ time.
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Retrospective Apology
Write a monologue of a character apologizing to someone they can no longer reach.
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Communal Coexistence
Imagine a society where zombies and humans live in harmony, sharing spaces and responsibilities.
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Shipwrecked Secrets
Create a narrative about a group of people stranded on a puzzling island after their ship sinks.
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The Future of Rights
In your opinion, what might be the next major step or challenge in advancing human rights across the globe?
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The Planet’s Playground
Envision a world where environmental preservation is prioritized above all. Describe a day in this world.
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Black Friday Shopping Spree Saga
Write an imaginative piece about the most chaotic Black Friday you can envision.
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Winter Prepares
As nature readies itself for winter in November, write about ways you’re preparing for your future.
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Embracing Change
November signifies the transition from fall to winter – a time for change. Write about a significant change you want to make in your life.
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Planting Seeds for Your Plot
Imagine that your novel’s plot is a seed that you’re planting in April.
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Love Without Bloodshed
In a world where vampires can sustain only by consuming the blood of their destined beloved ones, write about a vampire fallen in love with a hemophiliac.
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Daylight Diplomat
Create a conflict wherein vampires need their own ambassador in the human-led daytime world.
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Perspective from the Future
Write a letter from your future self to your current self about a resolution you should make.
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Everlasting Journey
Narrate a story where you become a ghost and need to navigate the unfamiliar supernatural world.
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Secret Admirer
Write a thrilling mystery about a high school student who starts receiving anonymous love letters.
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The Role of Policy in Migration
Discuss one policy related to migration and share your opinion on its effectiveness and potential improvements.
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Mountain Majesty
Imagine you are a mountaineer who gets trapped in a snowstorm while climbing a steep, icy peak. How do you survive the harsh conditions and return to safety?
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Intangible Love
Craft a romance between a ghost and a human, working around the haunt’s untold story and their desperate need to convey it.
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The Library of Lost Memories
Write about a vast library that holds not just books, but forgotten memories and experiences as well.
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Undercover Intrigue
Imagine yourself as an undercover police officer infiltrating a powerful Mafia family.
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Small Business Visionary
Imagine you’re starting your own business. What would it be and how would you run it?
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The Altruist’s Chalice
Describe a fabled chalice that amplifies the drinker’s innate kindness and compassion, while diminishing their negative traits.
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The Oracle’s Eye
Narrate the tale of a crystal orb that shows its beholdere the truth they most need to see, but not always the one they want to.
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The Handwritten Letter
Write a letter to the person who broke your heart, expressing everything you wished to say but haven’t.
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Time Travel Tour
Choose a historical period and pretend you are a tour guide for time travellers. Write a journal entry about it.
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Inscribed Incantations
Create a system of runic magic, where the very act of writing becomes a magical ritual.
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My Magical Journey
Imagine if you found a hidden door leading to a magical world. Describe your journey in this new world.
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Preparing for Independence
Reflect on five skills or practices you think are crucial to live effectively in college and how you plan to develop them.
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Feeding the Soul
Write about a meal that not only satisfied your hunger but also deeply met an emotional need.
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The Art of Explanation
Write a step-by-step guide on how to tackle your most dreaded homework subject.
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Celebrate a Savior
Write a thank you letter to someone who significantly impacted your life in a positive way.
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If I Were The Principal
As a student, you have a unique perspective on how things are run in your school. Write an essay on what changes you would make if you were the principal of your school.
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Heart of the Rainforest
You’re determined to find a mythical medicinal plant said to cure incurable diseases, deep in the heart of the jungle.
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Survival of the Strongest
Write about life five years into the zombie apocalypse, where physical strength matters less and mental acuity reigns supreme.
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Unfolding Future Dreams
Imagine your ideal future. Describe what it looks like, sounds like, and feels like. What steps will you take to achieve it?