850+ ‘Present’ Writing Prompts
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Reincarnation Review
Imagine being able to remember every single past life, describe your journey through the eras.
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Peripheral Partners
Narrate the story of a couple who can only interact while doing other things like working or studying.
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The Forgotten Sidekick
Write about a former sidekick who decides to start anew, leaving behind their superhero career.
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Hidden Kingdoms
Write about a secret royal lineage hidden within a seemingly ordinary family. How is this extraordinary truth revealed?
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The Mask of Authenticity
Explore the concept of authenticity as a mask one chooses to wear or remove.
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Hidden in the Medici Court
You are a secret spy in the court of the famous Medicis during the Renaissance.
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The Humanity Behind the Mask
Analyze the persona and real life of a superhero, and the influences that drive their actions.
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Finding A Voice
Write about a significant event in your life that led you to discover and begin expressing your personal voice.
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Unburdening Beliefs
Identify a deeply held belief you are carrying since childhood, examine it critically, and then decide if it’s still serving you.
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Artifact from Another Era
Describe a day in the life of a character who stumbles upon an artifact from a bygone era.
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Kaleidoscopic Sunset
Describe a sunset so vivid and alluring that it feels like it’s casting a spell on the protagonist.
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Basking in the Sun’s Glow
Describe a moment where you felt most connected to summer’s natural warmth.
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Equinox Enchantment
Create a magical story where the March Equinox is an essential day for the creatures of the forests.
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Gift From Santa’s Sack
Describe a gift you received from Santa Claus as a child that still holds a significant place in your heart. What does this present symbolize to you now?
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Surprise Reunion
Write about two high school friends who reunite after many years and discover romantic feelings for each other.
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Reviving Frozen Memories
Bring back a happy winter memory from your past and analyze how it influences your current wellness perspective.
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Parallel Self
Your character stumbles upon a mirror that doesn’t show the present, but rather, an alternate version of themselves living a completely different life.
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Forgotten Diary
An old diary shows up one day, and the entries are eerily addressed to your protagonist.
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Echoes of a Forgotten Battle
Write a story where an aged superhero starts reliving their most defining battles in their dreams.
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Inter-generational Perspective
Imagine experiencing your Thanksgiving family reunion from the perspective of someone two generations older or younger than you.
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The Thanksgiving Matriarch
Think of a beloved family matriarch present at your Thanksgiving family reunion and describe their role in your family.
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Life’s Milestones
Write about an important life milestone you achieved and why you are thankful for it.
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Time Travel by Virtual Reality
Imagine using a virtual reality headset that can transport you to any moment in history. Which period would you choose to go to and why?
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Letter to your Future Self
Write a letter to your adult self from the perspective of your child-self – what hopes, dreams and worries did you have for your future and how do you view them now?
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Childhood Havens
Write about your favourite childhood hangout spot, whether real or invented, and how you felt there.
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Echoes of the Deceitful Dead
Spin a tale about the deceitful spirit of a person who had been betrayed while alive and now seeks revenge on the betrayers.
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Legends Turned Real
Write a story in which a well-known legend of your choice is revealed to be true in the present day.
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Debate on Education Inequality
Reflect on the inequalities present in the educational system and propose a solution.
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The After Dinner Game
Present a playful yet suspenseful scenario where a group of friends take part in a seemingly benign game that slowly turns into a grave matter.
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Worlds in Peril
Create a narrative where multiple universes are in danger simultaneously, requiring the collective efforts of superheroes from each realm.
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Letters from The Void
Write a sequence where a character keeps receiving disturbing and threatening letters from an anonymous source.
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Past, Present, Future
Write three letters: one to your past self, one to your present self, and one to your future self.
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Shift of Perception
Imagine being a shape-shifter, but your transformations are triggered by extreme emotions.
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Sports Spotlight
Choose a lesser-known sport and write a persuasive article on why it should be more popular.
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Mysterious Meeting At Midnight
Explore a romantic encounter that happens under unusual circumstances at the stroke of midnight.
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Stellar Outlaw Redemption
Write about a disgraced space pirate seeking redemption in the cosmic wilderness.
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Planet’s Voice
You are a planet in a solar system far away from Earth. Narrate your cosmic journey from your creation to the present day.
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Secrets in the Attic
While rummaging through the attic, your character stumbles across a series of letters exchanged between their grandparents during World War II.
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Guitar Strings & Fallen Leaves
Write a story where a forgotten autumn melody found in an old songbook brings about significant change in the protagonist’s life.
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Cloud Conversations
Write a conversation between two elements of the sky: the moon and a cloud, a star and the wind, etc.
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Letter to Infinity
Write a letter to your future self about your present hopes, dreams, fears and questions.
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Decoding Ancient Wisdom
Imagine a scientist has discovered an ancient text that when translated, reveals scientific knowledge way ahead of the contemporary science.
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The Paradox Experiment
Write about a scientist who makes a breakthrough in time travel, but creates a paradox that alters reality in unexpected ways.
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Tomorrow’s Time-traveler
You invent a time machine but it can only travel 24 hours into the future. Write about what you discover and how it affects your present day decisions.
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Space-Time Traveller
Write a story about a kid who has the ability to travel across space and time.
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President’s Day Parade Satire
Write about a redesigned President’s Day parade where past and present leaders compete in absurd carnival games for the title of ‘Ultimate Commander’.
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Kaleidoscopic Time Traveler
Envision yourself as a time traveler who accidentally landed in a part of history you hadn’t studied yet.
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Ruined Routes
Ride through a highway devastated in the wake of the zombie apocalypse.
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Tea Parties with Imaginary Friends
Write about a dream tea party with all your favourite fairy tale characters present there.
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Second Chances
Write about a moment in your life that you wish you could revise, and how you imagine things would be different now.
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Living in the Shadows
Write a story about a renowned superhero struggling to live a normal life in retirement due to his/her fading identity.
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Comfort Space
Write about a place in your childhood where you felt safe and how that space looks to you now.
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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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A Modern Marley’s Warning
Write a 21st-century version of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”, focusing on the haunting visits Marley and the Christmas spirits pay to Scrooge.
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The Modern Patrick
Instead of driving snakes out of Ireland, what if St. Patrick drove out a modern issue or problem?
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The Alternate Pathway
Describe an alternate reality where your loss never happened. How would it affect your present life?
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A Ghoul’s Awakening
Write a story focused on an undead individual, newly awakened and trying to redefine their existence.
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Journey of Discoveries
Write about a moment when you discovered something that forever changed your thinking perspective.
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Building a World
Imagine you got an opportunity to build your own planet. What would it look like and why?
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The Turning Point
Identify a critical turning point in your year and explore how it redirected your path.
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October Resolutions
Reflecting on the ten months that have passed, write about what resolutions you’ve achieved and what you still want to accomplish before the year ends.
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Historical Perspective
Investigate the history and origins of Daylight Saving Time and reflect on its relevance in today’s world.
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Reflecting on Self
Write about yourself at this moment in time, detailing your current emotions, thoughts, and plans for the future.
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The Bridge of Hope
Write about a future where you’ve moved past your heartbreak and healed.
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A Moment in History
Choose a quote from a historical figure and reflect on its relevance to your present life.
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Whispers of Winter
Imagine waking up on a quiet November morning to find the season’s first snowfall. What are your first thoughts, emotions, and actions?
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“Who Am I?”
Draft and present a speech introducing yourself to an audience who knows nothing about you.
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The Time Traveler
If you could go back and talk to your younger self or future self, what would you say?