850+ ‘Present’ Writing Prompts
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Rewriting History
Choose a significant event in history and write a detailed account of how it might have transpired differently.
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Lore Keeper’s Diary
Write from the perspective of a scholar who tirelessly documents the narratives and folklore of their world.
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The Cursed Lighthouse
Describe a night in a cursed lighthouse believed to be haunted by a ghost of a previous keeper.
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Dystopian Future
Imagine a future where technology has taken over and influenced every aspect of life.
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Past Shadows
Develop a narrative where a character’s old infidelity resurfaces, threatening their current peaceful life.
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Vivid Vacation Memories
Write a detailed account of your most memorable vacation, bringing the destination to life through your words.
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Historical Investigation
Choose a historical event and write a detailed account of it from a modern standpoint.
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Animal Testing: Is it Ethically Wrong?
Argue whether or not animal testing for the purpose of medical research and development is ethically acceptable.
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Debate: Homework Vs. No Homework
Discuss your stand on the incessant debate concerning whether schools should abandon assigning homework or not.
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Winter Nights Under Blankets
Narrate an experience about curling up on a winter’s evening with your favorite book or movie.
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March’s Gift
Describe a time when you received or gave an aquamarine gem as a gift, real or imagined.
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Thoughtful Morsels
Take a favorite meal and savor it in words, describing every sensation from sight, smell, taste, touch, and even hearing.
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Infinite Echoes
Write a story where two soulmates have lived multiple lives together and each time, they find a way back to each other.
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The Gratitude Jar
Describe how your life would look right now if you placed all the things you’re grateful for in a jar.
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The Day in the Life of…
Write a story from the point of view of a domestic pet or wild animal experiencing a day in their life.
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Forgotten Memories of Civilization
The character stumbles upon remnants of a once thriving city. What memories do these remnants trigger and what story unfolds from there?
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Perspective of Time
Choose a historical event and write a poem from the perspective of someone present during that period.
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Poe’s Pre-Resistance Life
Imagine Poe Dameron’s life before he became a part of the Resistance’s pilots.
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Banning Junk Food in Schools
Convince your classmates why schools should or should not ban junk food.
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Eco Warriors
Write a persuasive essay about why your class should start an eco-project to help the school become more green.
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Future Self-Reflection
Write a letter from your future self to your present self, detailing the personal growth you want to achieve.
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Tamed Eternity
Craft a story about a vampire who falls in love with a human, but refuses to turn them due to past regretful experiences.
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Cursed Antique
Write about a character who purchases an antique item that is believed to carry a centuries-old curse.
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Adventure on the Playground
Describe a physical challenge you faced on the playground (like climbing a slide or swinging on the monkey bars) and how you overcame it.
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Island of Lost Civilizations
Weave a narrative about an island that was once home to a highly advanced but now extinct civilization.
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Best Day Ever
Describe your most loved day in your life and elaborate on the things that made that day to feel so extraordinary.
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AI: Blessing or Curse
Present your stance about whether Artificial Intelligence is a boon or bane for society.
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Technology and Privacy
Present your opinion on the balance between technology advancement and user privacy in the digital age.
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The Planet’s Playground
Envision a world where environmental preservation is prioritized above all. Describe a day in this world.
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November Night-time Epiphany
Write about a character who experiences a life-changing revelation on a November night.
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The Formatting Detective
Imagine you’re a detective trying to make sense of a jumbled, poorly formatted essay. Write a story about your experience.
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Rewriting the Past Year
Imagine you have a time machine and you could rewrite any event of the past year, what would it be and how would it lead to a different present?
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Fall Festivals
Describe a fall festival you have attended, explaining why it is held and what activities are present.
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Perspective from the Future
Write a letter from your future self to your current self about a resolution you should make.
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From Past to Future
Choose a favorite new year quote and write a letter from your future self to your current self.
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Revolution Resolutions
Write about a resolution you are setting for the new year and discuss why it is significant for you.
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First Day Forecast
Imagine it’s the first day of the year and predict how the coming year will look for you.
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Heart’s Crystal Ball
Write from the perspective of your future self reflecting back on an emotional experience that shaped your current state.
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Pages From The Past
Choose a book that hails from a completely different era. Write about how the society, culture, and values depicted in it compare to that of the present era.
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Cats vs. Dogs
Engage in a light-hearted and humorous debate delineating the advantages of having a cat as a pet over a dog.
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Chronicles of the Forgotten Gods
Create a story focusing on a once powerful, now forgotten mythological god or goddess.
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Carousel of Time
Narrate a story about a seemingly normal carousel that spins in the reverse direction, taking its riders back in time.
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Buried Locker Secrets
Create a mystery about what was found in an abandoned school locker that hasn’t been opened for decades.
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Fashion Evolution
Write about how your spring wardrobe has changed over the years and what influenced those changes.
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The Excavation Horror
During an archaeological excavation, an ancient tomb is unearthed, revealing a murderous history that’s starting to repeat itself.
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Reminiscing May
Recollect a significant event that happened in your life during the month of May in a previous year.
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Echoes of Past Apps
Imagine a world where technology is advanced enough to capture and recreate ghost-like images of people’s past selves.
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Unfolding Awareness
Record each moment of a simple task as it unfolds, capturing every detail and sensory perception.
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The Unseen Frontline
Write from a drone operator’s perspective, remotely controlling machines to combat the apocalypse from hundreds of miles away.
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Gift of Giving
Recall the first time you were involved in picking out Christmas presents for someone else.
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Magical Birthday Surprise
Delve into a narrative detailing the most surprising birthday gift you ever received.
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City of Color
Mardi Gras is the epitome of vibrant color. Detail a day experienced solely through the lens of color.
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Touching upon Childhood Memories
Compose a moment where your character reminisces about their childhood.
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Scribbles to Future Self
Write a letter to their future self detailing their current dreams, fears, and daily life.
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The Unopened Love Letter
Write about a love letter written in the past but only discovered in the present, and unravel the stories hidden within it.
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Unseen Villains
Explore the idea of a villain who never physically appears in the story but still significantly impacts the plot.
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Flashback Mystery
Write a mystery using the literary device of flashback. The key to solving the mystery lies in an event that happened in the past.
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The Future Self Missive
Write a letter to your future self, detailing your current state of mind and where you hope to be.
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Life Lessons from Sitcoms
Write about a sitcom that you love and describe a significant life lesson you learned from it.
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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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Discovering Dinosaurs
Write a factual account about a dinosaur species, explaining its characteristics and environment.
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Eerie Echoes From A Forgotten Past
Write a story where a character discovers a terrifying secret about their past that changes their perception of reality.
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The Prehistoric Champion
Imagine being a prehistoric creature competing for survival.
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Delving into Family History
With the remembrance day in close proximity, explore and write about your family history.