1340+ ‘Person’ Writing Prompts
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The Lost Diary
Write about finding a lost diary and discovering the writer was actually a well-known historical figure.
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Eco-Warrior or Just a Myth?
Concoct a character who is perceived as an eco-warrior but denies their environmental impact.
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The Arcane Tome
Pen a tale about a magical book that has no fix text; its contents change depending on who opens it.
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Disappearing Doorway
Write about a door that disappears and reappears in different places, leading the person who enters to random destinations.
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Secret Double Life
Write a story about a person who seems typical during the day, but leads a secret life solving mysteries at…
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Late-Night Call
Craft a mystery involving a late-night phone call that changes everything for your protagonist.
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Disappearing Tracks
Craft a tale where people disappear without any trace or explanation, leaving the society in turmoil.
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Axe on the Doorstep
A well-liked local figure’s murder shocks a small town, and the only clue is an axe left on his doorstep.
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The Playlist of Heartbreak
Compile a playlist of songs that remind you of your lost love and write about the memories these songs evoke.
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The Turncoat’s Testimony
Write a monologue from the perspective of a person who caused heartbreak by ending a relationship, expressing their guilt and…
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Saga of The Lost Remote Control
Write a whimsical story describing the heroic quest of an average person to find his lost TV remote.
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Phantom Phone Call
Imagine receiving a phone call from a deceased loved one. How do you react, and what does this lead to?
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The Role of Others
Describe someone who has greatly influenced your life, either positively or negatively.
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Last Dance with Summer
Conjure an imaginary scenario where Summer is a person you can interact with, and share the final moments before their…
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Midnight Magic
Imagine that on Christmas Eve you have the power to grant a single miracle. Who would you help and what…
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Shatterpoint Revelation
Describe a moment when Mace Windu realizes that his uniquely Force-intuitive ability to sense a person’s shatterpoint can also be…
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Through the Eyes of a March Hare
Write a descriptive piece from the perspective of a March Hare. Describe your surroundings, your sense of the world.
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The Wish Granter’s Dilemma
You have the unique ability to grant one wish for anyone in the world, who would you choose and what…
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Spectral Familiar
Create a narrative in which an individual, mourning a dearly departed loved one, starts seeing their spirit manifested in a…
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Humanization through Relationship
Write about a relationship your villain has with a seemingly ordinary person, like a friend, sibling, or spouse.
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Touching upon Childhood Memories
Compose a moment where your character reminisces about their childhood.
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Influential Person
Write about someone who has had a significant influence on your life and explain what they taught you.
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The Average Joe with an Unusual Shadow
Your protagonist is an ordinary person with an extraordinary shadow that interacts with the world in unexpected ways.
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Facing the Galactic Emperor
Luke’s confrontation with the Emperor and acceptance of his own Darkness, plays a pivotal role in his journey. Write about…
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Memory Turned Poetry
Write a poem about a memory you shared with the person who broke your heart.
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Loving From Afar
Write a letter to the person you loved at first sight but never got the chance to express your feelings…
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Unexpected Admirer
Tell a story about an instance where you were surprised to find out someone harbored deep feelings for you from…
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First Glimpse
Write about the first time you saw a person who later became incredibly important to you.
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The Rise to Power
Consider a well-loved character who slowly descends into villainy due to power or circumstance.
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Operation Love Bug
Write about a secret agent who falls in love with a person they are supposed to be spying on.
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Date with Destiny
Write about a protagonist who goes on a blind date only to discover they were set up with a historical…
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Understanding Compassion
Write about a time when you felt compassion for someone else. Describe why you felt this way and what actions…
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Pen Pal Adventure
Imagine you have a pen pal from another country; write a letter introducing yourself and asking about their life.
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Letter to the Future
Write a letter to your future self, imagining where you will be and what you will be doing in 10…
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Magical Alphabet Land
Imagine and describe a magical land where every item, creature and person starts with a different letter of the alphabet.
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The Unsuspected Present
You found a surprise present in your home. Detail the sequence of events from that moment.
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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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Sea of Memories
Create a list of memories you shared with the person you lost, whether bittersweet or joyful, detailing the emotions each…
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Mystery Pizza Delivery
Write a story about a pizza delivery driver who has to solve a crime while on duty.
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Journey to the Future
Write a future-focused entry detailing how you’d ideally like to overcome your grief.
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Pieces of Memory
Create a collage of memories that you associate with the person or relationship that has caused your heartbreak.
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Understanding MS
Write about your understanding of multiple sclerosis and how it affects an individual’s day-to-day life.
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Meet My Future Self
Imagine you had a chance to meet your future self. Write down the conversation you would have.
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The Man Behind the Myths
Remove the cloak of myth and legend, and write about a day in the life of St. Patrick the man.
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Monochrome Dreams
Describe a world that has lost its color to the ongoing apocalypse and how it affects the last person alive.
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Isolation Tactics
Write from the viewpoint of a character fortifying their home against the zombie horde, all while dealing with the isolation…
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Unfamiliar Reflection
Write a story where the protagonist wakes up finding out they’ve become a person they don’t recognize.
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From Civilian to Superhero
Write about the moment your superhero first discovered their superpowers, detailing how they initially responded and how they developed this…
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Amnesiac Protagonist
Your main character wakes up with no memory of who they are, slowly they discover shocking truths about their true…
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Dual Reality
Describe a universe where each person possesses magic in two realms: The conscious and the dream world.
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Emotion-Centered Magics
Imagine a magic system where the strength and type of magic a person wields is directly linked to their emotions.
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Understanding Unfulfilled Dreams
Write about a dream or goal you once had that you never pursued or fulfilled.
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Unseen Shadows
Your character can see the genuine nature of people through their shadows. One day, they notice a person without one.
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Santa’s Perspective Chronicle
Take on the first-person perspective of Santa Claus on Christmas Eve night.
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Erroneous Judgement
Write about a character who makes a snap judgement about someone that ultimately breeds conflict.
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The Reluctant Transformation
Create a narrative where a once ordinary person struggles to cope with the sudden onset of a powerful, uncontrollable ability.
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The First Day of Power
Write about a character waking up one day to realize they now have a superpower.
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Inherited Mysticism
Craft a story about a young person who inherits an ancient amulet, triggering a latent supernatural power within them.
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In My Shoes
Write an imaginary interview where a friend or a family member is to walk in your shoes for a day.
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One World
Choose an endangered species and write a narrative in first person from the creature’s perspective.
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Lost in Time
Each person chooses an era, and together, write a story where characters time travel between these selected periods.
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Create your Own Fairy Tale
In a group, create a brand-new fairy tale, with each person adding a new element to the story.
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Story Swap
Partner with a classmate and write a story where one person starts the story and the second person finishes it.
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Unseen Heroes
Identify the heroes in your childhood story, and describe what made them so inspiring.
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Crossroad Decisions
Write a story about a young person at a critical crossroad making a life-altering decision.
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Awakening Innocence
Create a tale of an isolated young individual who encounters the realities of the world for the first time.
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Embracing the First Sunbeam
Write about how you would feel and what you would do if you were the first person to meet the…
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Homecoming of the Geese
Write a narrative centered around the annual October return of a flock of geese to a particular lake.
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Autumn Night Sky
Write a short story or a descriptive essay about a person gazing at the October night sky.
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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.