1116+ ‘Potential’ Writing Prompts
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Cure Conundrum
Research an experimental cure for the zombie virus that reactivates portions of the brain.
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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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The Betrayed Leader
Write about a leader who is a secret zombie sympathizer during a zombie apocalypse.
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Dark Deeds and Redemption
Write about a villain who is intrinsically evil but still seeks redemption.
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The Lighter Side of Deadpool
Create a parody of a renowned superhero by exaggerating their personality traits or powers.
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Futuristic Choices
Envisage a future where you could live forever due to technological advancements. Would you choose this option? Why or why…
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Mapping Future Goals
Write about a big goal you wish to achieve within the next year and what steps you plan to take…
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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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Mission to Mars
Imagine being an astronaut on the first manned mission to Mars. What would be your role and why?
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Celebrating National Holidays
Describe how you and your family celebrate a national holiday and what it means to you.
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The Path Not Taken
Imagine a major decision in your life made differently and describe the alternate path.
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The AI Revolution
Write a story where AI technology outpaces human intelligence and attempts to take control.
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Time Travel Dilemma
You invent a time machine but it only makes one round trip. Where and when would you go and why?
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Space Junk
Devise a solution-based scenario where humans have to tackle the problem of excessive junk in space.
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Personal Anthem
Identify a song that encapsulates your life or a significant phase of it, and elucidate why.
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Mood Spectrum
Write about your mood at the start of the day and at the end, detailing the potential causes for any…
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Golden Years or Gilded Cage
Convince your readers about the pros or cons of retirement homes for elderly parents.
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Matters of the Unseen
Imagine you have the power to become invisible at will, and describe a day in your life.
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Technological Time Capsule
You are tasked with creating a time capsule to be opened 500 years in the future. What items would you…
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Bird’s Eye View
Write about your upcoming new year’s resolution from a different person’s perspective, maybe a family member or a close friend.
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An Unexpected New Year’s Eve Encounter
Imagine meeting someone unexpected at a New Year’s Eve party.
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A Day in the Life of a Hobby Star
Pretend for a day you are the best in the world at your favorite hobby, describe how it feels and…
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The Ripple Effect of Kindness
Imagine you have decided to start a new tradition at your workplace where each employee picks another coworker to thank…
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Carolers on Elm Street
Write a short story featuring a group of capable carolers bringing joy to the residents of Elm Street.
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Alien Pen Pal
Imagine you’ve made a new friend who happens to be an alien. Describe what they are like and a conversation…
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Body Part Superpowers
Imagine that one of your body parts has a superpower. Which body part is it and what superpower does it…
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Education and Opportunity Gap
Write about the education system in your area. Does it offer equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their socio-economic…
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The Cost of Urbanization
Describe a city you know well, focusing on its environmental issues related to urbanization.
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Climate Change Superheroes
Imagine a superhero whose mission is to combat climate change. Write about their origin story, powers, and first big mission.
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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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Negotiating a Business Deal
Imagine you are the owner of a company and draft a business letter to a potential partner, proposing a business…
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The Last Warlock
Write about a world where magic has all but vanished, leaving one solitary warlock struggling to keep the ancient knowledge…
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The High Stakes Sledding Race
Imagine being a participant in an impromptu neighborhood sledding race; what would your experience be?
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Sneezes of Love
Write a story about the superstition that if a young woman sneezes on Valentine’s Day, she’ll marry the next man…
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Reluctant Savior
Write about the journey of a seemingly ordinary character reluctantly thrust into a position of importance and responsibility.
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Unraveling Hidden Potential
Your superhero character discovers a hidden power during an intense training session and doesn’t know how to control it.
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An Eco-friendly Revolution
Write about designing a future super yacht that is the epitome of luxury, while also being environmentally friendly.
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Benevolent Brotherhood
Create a narrative about a secret society that benevolently manipulates world events.
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The Chronicles of Potential
Write a story about a fictional character who wakes up one day to discover an extraordinary new ability.
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Echo of a Fallen Empire
Create a story based on the explorer finding the ruins of a civilization on a distant planet.
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Marvelous Miniatures
Craft a story about your favorite action figures or miniatures and the world they inhabit.
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Human AI Integration
Write about a world where humans and AI live as equals and explore technological symbiosis.
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Discovering AI
Imagine you’re part of the team that has just invented the first sentient Artificial Intelligence system. Describe your feelings and…
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Futuristic Odyssey
Imagine a daring interplanetary adventure in a time when space travel is as common as taking a bus.
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World Leaders’ Green-Decisions
Envision yourself as a world leader and describe the environmental policies you would implement.
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The Deadly Diplomat
Create a female diplomat, their charm and wit concealing a deadly secret with potential to spell international disaster.
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Journey to the North Star
Write a story where your character embarks on a journey guided by the North Star during the winter solstice.
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The Winterlake’s Tale
Create a story around a winter campfire, where the frozen lake nearby is rumoured to be the haunting ground of…
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Twisty Train Tale
Create a tense thriller set on board a high-speed train, where the conductor is murdered and everyone on board is…
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Witch’s Peculiar Potluck
Describe a day in a life of a culinary witch whose food recipes don’t just taste good but convey emotions…
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The Werewolf Cure
Write a tale of a werewolf who discovers a potential cure for their condition, but it comes with a heavy…
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Letter to My Future Self
Pen a letter to your future self, one year from now, talking about your hopes, fears, and expectations for the…
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Blood Transfusion
Your vampire protagonist develops an intriguing skill – their bite can heal instead of turning humans.
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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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Hot Toddy Tales
Imagine you are sitting by a fire, sipping a warm beverage and exchanging stories with a stranger who has sought…
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Temporal Space Standoff
Write about a war in which both sides have access to time-travel technology.
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Warlock Warrior
In a land torn apart by war, you are a solitary warlock looking for peace amidst the chaos.
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Conscripted Coven
You’re part of a reluctant coven of witches drafted to participate in a war you want no part in.
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Endangered Earth
Describe a powerful street art illustration of Earth where endangered species seek help from humanity.
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Cunning Masterplan
Write about a villain’s elaborate scheme being unfurled, from conception to execution.
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Shades of Gray
Explore the transformation of a character from a hero to a villain due to the complexities of life and their…
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Merciless Mercenary
Create a villain who is a mercenary, inflicting damage for personal gain irrespective of the harm caused to society.
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Tragic Tyrant
Pen down a story of a villain who was once a hero, or had the potential to be one, but…
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Video Game Controversies
Write about a controversy in the gaming world that sparked your interest or concern.
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Automotive Evolution
Share your thoughts on the growth and development of the automobile industry over the years.
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The Transformation Trigger
In a world where everyone has the potential to turn into a vampire or werewolf, write about the event that…
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Crimson Trails
A famous author moves into an old town only to discover that its folklore of a resident vampire might be…
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The Vampire Hierarchy
Consider a vampire society with a rigid class system based on age and lineage.
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Valentine’s Love Letter
Compose a heartfelt love letter to your significant other or a potential love interest, full of your deepest feelings.
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Valentine’s Day Peace Treaty
Imagine if on Valentine’s Day, warring nations decide to pause and make a temporary peace treaty.
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Disastrous Valentine Date
Write a story of a Valentine’s date that doesn’t go as planned due to a series of unfortunate events.
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Defeating Future Anxieties
Imagine a worry you have about the future, then write a story where you successfully overcome it.
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Planet of Emotions
Imagine if you could create your own planet based on one specific emotion. Describe how would that planet look, feel…
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Phantoms of Potential
Imagine yourself as a ‘ghost’ observing your present life from an outsider’s perspective.
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Lost Love Letters
Write a story in which a character discovers old love letters that trigger flashbacks of a tumultuous romance they had…
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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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Sculptor of Life
Imagine your future as a masterpiece and detail every aspect you want to include in it.
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The Hidden Passageway
Write about a personality trait or talent that you believe you hide from others.
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The Wizard’s Apprentice
In the vein of a classic “zero-to-hero” story, imagine a clumsy wizard’s apprentice who mistakenly finds the solution to a…
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The Lost Jungle Civilization
Write about an explorer who encounters an untouched human civilization, hidden deep within a vast jungle.
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The Submerged Cradle of Humanity
In a future where humans evolve to live underwater, write a short piece outlining the turning point that forced them…
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Vampire Chronicles
Write a story from the perspective of a vampire historian explaining the evolution of vampire laws and customs.
