1419+ ‘People’ Writing Prompts
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Kindling Connections
Write about a life-changing conversation or event occurring around a beach bonfire, tracing the dialogue and describing the emotional evolution.
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Dance of Flames
Write about a tribal celebration, an ancient rite, or a spiritual journey that utilizes a beach bonfire as a powerful symbol.
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The New Normal
Imagine living in a post-zombie world that has settled into a new routine.
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Miracles of Saint Patrick
Write a historical fiction account of one of the miracles attributed to Saint Patrick.
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The Shared Umbrella
Construct a narrative about two people huddling under a shared umbrella during a sudden rainstorm, leading to unexpected love.
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Life in the Speakeasy
Detail a night in a secret speakeasy during the Prohibition Era from the perspective of a regular patron.
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The Great Escape
Write about the journey an Irish family may have taken during The Great Famine (1845-1852).
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Defecting Dancers
Imagine you are a renowned ballet dancer in the USSR during the Cold War, struggling with the decision to defect to the West.
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Thankful Milestones
Pick a significant life milestone and write about the people, circumstances, and aspects of that period for which you’re grateful.
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Meeting of Two Worlds
Write a story about the first encounter between Europeans and indigenous people of the New World.
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Surviving the Super-War
Describe a war-ridden world where superheroes fighting each other have wreaked havoc.
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Fallen Kingdoms
Pen a tale about a once mighty kingdom being reduced to ruins.
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The Gratitude List
Create a detailed list of things, people and experiences you’re grateful for currently.
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The Revealing Reflection of Easter Decorations
Share your perceptions on the commodification of Easter decorations.
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Journey Through Time
Imagine navigating various epochs of human history with the aid of a time machine.
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Brogues and Ballads
Write a toast that incorporates the Irish brogue (accent) and a traditional ballad.
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Spinning a Toast Tale
Imagine being tasked with giving a toast at an iconic St. Patrick’s Day parade or event. What would you say?
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Hunted in their Dreams
Create a story where characters in a fantastical setting are hunted by a terrifying being while they sleep.
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Hero in My Life
Write about a person who has had a significant impact on your life and whose actions you are thankful for.
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Leaves in Transition
Write about a leaf that changes its color from green to orange and falls. Explore the journey of the leaf from the tree’s perspective.
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Back to the Future
Write a story where a scientific breakthrough allows people to travel back and meet their younger selves.
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Time Travel Summer Disaster
Write a funny tale of a time traveler who miscalculates and ends up in the middle of the hottest day of the year.
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Sunscreen War
Imagine a world where sunscreen is akin to a precious gem or an invaluable resource, capable of sparking conflicts.
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The Air Conditioner Revolt
Imagine if all the air conditioners in the world decided to go on strike during the hottest summer.
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Deserted Island Survival
Write a story about a group of people stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck.
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Galactic Hero
Write about a superhero who lives on a distant planet and has to deal with threats both on their planet and from others.
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Unequal Heroes
Write about a superhero’s frustration with the double standards society places on their actions compared to non-superpowered public figures.
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Hidden Identity Crisis
Write about a scenario where superheroes from different realms get trapped in a parallel universe without their powers, only to discover they live double lives.
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Hero of Hometown
Create a superhero whose sole purpose is to protect your hometown.
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A Fearful Feast
Come up with a detailed account of a meal that starts off pleasant but ends in creating dread.
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Discovering the Unknown Neighbor
Write a story about a mysterious neighbor you never interacted with.
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Bursts of Gratitude
Set a timer for five minutes and write down as many things you’re grateful for within the duration.
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Gratitude Ladder
Jot down ten people or things that you feel grateful for, ranging from the small to large in importance.
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Sky City Discovered
Write a tale about an explorer who stumbles upon a previously unknown city floating in the sky.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade Origin
Write about the origins of the St. Patrick’s Day parade and its growth over time.
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Global Green Wave
Write about how St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in different corners of the globe.
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Potluck from Around the World
Write about a St. Patrick’s Day potluck where each guest brings a dish from their culture, green-ified.
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Design Your Ultimate Sport
Create a new sport explaining its rules, equipment needed, how to score points and why people would love to play it.
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Wolves of October
A chilling story about a small village that experiences strange happenings every October night.
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Creepy Creature’s Perspective
Write a diary entry from the perspective of a scary creature on Halloween night.
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Eerie Pumpkin Carving
Write about a time when the face you carved into a pumpkin seemed to come alive.
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Interfaith Perspective
Share your thoughts on understanding and respecting religions different from your own.
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Divinity in Everyday Life
Reflect on and write about instances where you’ve seen or experienced something divine or spiritual in day-to-day life.
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Faith Through Crisis
Describe a time when your faith or spirituality was tested during a crisis and how it helped you cope.
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Revisiting Hallowed Hangouts
Write about your favorite childhood place and why it held such magic for you.
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Serendipitous Souvenir
Describe a situation where two strangers meet because of an item one of them dropped.
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Tapestry of Influences
Reflect on the people who have significantly influenced your life in any capacity.
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The Power of Numbers
Write about a mathematical principle, theorem or equation that you find powerful or impactful.
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Hot Chocolate Haven
Write about a make-believe world where everything is made up of hot chocolate or some variant of it.
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Snow White Reimagined
Reimagine the classical tale of ‘Snow White’, but in a literal context where the protagonist is physically made of snow.
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Public Spaces & Identity
Write about how public spaces can be more inclusive of varying sexual orientations and gender identities.
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Existential Encounters
Describe an encounter or event that sparked a major realization or change in you.