1419+ ‘People’ Writing Prompts
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Essence Extraction
Imagine a procedure to extract the essence of a person before they become a zombie, to be reinserted once a…
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Homo Necrosis
Imagine a world where the outbreak never happened, but a virus still transforms the human brain, turning people into “zombies”.
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Divine Wrath or Injustice
Suppose that people believe a zombie apocalypse is a divine punishment or a test of their faith.
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Survival Adaptation
Write a story about a group of survivors who develop unique physical mutations to survive a zombie apocalypse.
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Wolf in Disguise
Construct a fairytale where a friendly wolf is misunderstood because of its appearance.
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Leap Year Chronicle
Pen a short story about an extraordinary event that only happens on the 29th of February.
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Unveiling True Identity
Describe the moment when a superhero is finally unmasked and their true identity is revealed.
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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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Ocean Planet
Picture a world entirely covered with water and write a story about the people who live there.
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Gratitude Alphabet Challenge
Start with the letter ‘A’ and write something you’re grateful for that starts with each alphabet letter till ‘Z’.
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Gift of Compliments
Choose a friend, family member, or teacher and write a complimentary letter to them explaining why you appreciate them.
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Understanding Climate Change
Write about the effects of climate change and the steps we can take to help mitigate them.
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Environmental Advocacy
Write a speech that you would deliver to your peers encouraging them to care more about the environment.
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The Bully Dilemma
Pen down an incident where you or a character have faced bullying and discuss a solution to combat it.
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Miracle on a Silent Night
Write a short story about a small town that hasn’t had a good holiday in years, but is suddenly visited…
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Time-Traveling to Ancient Egypt
Suppose you’ve been magically transported back to ancient Egypt during the reign of Pharaohs.
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Voyage on the Underground Railroad
You’re a child working to help escaped slaves on the Underground Railroad.
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The Cross-Cultural Encounter
Write a story about a meeting between two people from vastly different cultures.
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The Moment of Success
Describe a moment of great achievement, a pinnacle of success in your career or personal life.
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The Dark Side of Social Media
Convince your readers about the negative impact of social media on young people’s mental health.
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Historical Geography
Choose a historical event and describe its geographical context and its impact on the land and people.
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Exploring New Cultures
If you could visit any country in the world, where would you go and why? Write about the culture, food,…
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Alien Journal
Write a journal entry as if you are a friendly alien visiting earth for the first time.
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The Motivation Museum
Describe an object, a phrase, or a person that motivates you to strive towards your goals and explain why.
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Future Travel Adventures
Imagine you have the ability to travel anywhere in the world. Where would you go and why?
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Secret Superpower
Imagine having a superpower that lets you feel exactly what others are feeling. Write about a day with this superpower.
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The Right to Green
Imagine a world where access to nature and green spaces is considered as fundamental a right as food and housing,…
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Christmas Carolers and the Silent Night
Describe how an introverted character is moved and inspired by a group of Christmas carolers who perform Silent Night.
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Nightingale Carolers
Imagine a group of magical Christmas carolers who can make Christmas wishes come true with their singing.
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Streams of Memories
Write a monologue where an elderly character is reminiscing about their past, recalling both painful and joyous moments.
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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…
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Self-Sacrificing Antagonists
Create a villain willing to sacrifice themselves for a cause they believe in.
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Easter Egg’s Identity Crisis
Explore the perspective of an Easter egg struggling with its temporary existence and purpose.
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A Special Meal
Write about a meal that is particularly memorable because of the place, the people, or the event that transpired.
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Decaying Paradise
Imagine a world where earth’s environmental decay has reached disastrous levels and oxygen is scarce. Write about the life of…
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Unexpected Understanding
Construct an ending where fundamentally differing characters reach an unforeseen understanding or forge an unlikely alliance.
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The Android’s Grief
What happens when an AI goes through the process of grieving? Write a short story illustrating this phenomenon.
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The Green Transformation
Recount how you immersed yourself in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit by turning yourself ‘green’.
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Recounting the Green Gaiety
Write about the joy and fun you had during St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
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Tales of The Time Traveling Wizard
A wizard has invented a time-travelling spell. Write about his adventures across different timelines.
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Becoming a Meteorologist
Imagine you are a weather reporter for a day. Write a news report predicting tomorrow’s weather.
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Contemporary Resurrection
What would the resurrection of Jesus look like if it took place in the present day?
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Potluck on the Irish Holi
Write about a St Patrick’s Day potluck where everyone brings an Irish dish.
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Star Gazed Dreams
Think of 5 new constellations you would like to see in the night sky and write about what they represent…
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Legacy of the Left Behind
Describe the remnants of ruined society people encounter during their struggle.
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Collapse of Order
Write about the initial and rapid disintegration of societal structures during the zombie apocalypse.
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The Magical Kingdom
Create a kingdom rich in magic and explore how this shapes the life of the common people and the royal…
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Through the Eyes of a Stranger
Describe a New Year’s Eve celebration that you stumbled upon or witnessed at an unexpected place or in an unexpected…
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Quilting Bee Gathering
Write about a fictional or real-life quilting bee, for instance, in your community or family.
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Bridges of Trust
Write a story about two people who had a turbulent past but worked to mend their relationship in their later…
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Chasing the Sun
Imagine that you could escape the January blues by going anywhere you wanted. Where would you go and why?
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Imaginary Superpower
Which emotion would be your superpower, and how would you use it to help others?
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Consecutive Pages
Imagine and write about the lives of two childhood sweethearts who managed to stay together and grow up together.
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Rekindled Flame
Describe a scenario where two childhood sweethearts are reunited after years of being apart.
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The Sibling Rivalry
Write about a villain who is motivated by jealousy towards a more successful sibling.
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Benevolent Dictator
Create a character that firmly believes that their oppressive regime is the best for their kingdom, and explore their perspective.
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Christmas Miracle
Write a story about two strangers who both wish for love and find each other through a series of Christmas…
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October Ghosts
Compose a letter to a figure from your past who has significantly influenced your present.
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Realm of Mystic Rules
Design a fantasy world and elaborate on the distinctive, magical laws that govern it.
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Everlasting Winter Night
Narrate a tale around an enchantment that sends a small town into an eternal winter night.
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Icebound Entity
Investigate a scenario in which people are being possessed by an otherworldly entity trapped in a block of ancient winter…
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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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The Nordic Way of Life
Write about how the Nordic people adapt their lifestyle to cope with harsh winter conditions.
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Alien Hipsters
Planet earth has been invaded! But instead of conquering alien forces, they’re alien hipsters loving all things retro earth-style.
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Mysterious Manor Murder
Write about a high profile murder set in a grand manor during a gathering of wealthy socialites.
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Urban Spirit Guide
Craft a story about living in a contemporary city that has its own urban legends and spirits.
