24+ ‘react’ Writing Prompts
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Dystopian Revelation
Your protagonist suddenly finds out that their seemingly normal life is an illusion, and in reality they are living in a dystopian world.
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Innocent Imposter
Write about a protagonist who discovers that someone close to them has been leading a double life.
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An Unusual Life
Write about a biography of an unconventional character or someone who lived an unusual lifestyle.
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Confluences of Culture
Envision two distinct cultures coming into contact in your created world for the first time.
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Maze of Deceptions
You are the protagonist caught in a web of secrets and lies. Write a story involving uncovering truths.
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Mirror Universe
Imagine waking up to find yourself in a world that is achingly familiar, yet subtly different.
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Intrigue in the Art World
Imagine you are an art conservator who uncovers a cryptic message hidden in a renowned artwork.
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Lunar Escape
Write about an unexpected malfunction on your spaceship that leaves you stranded on the moon.
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Mythical Creature Encounter
Craft a tale about encountering a mythical creature in your own neighborhood.
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Contact with Alien Civilization
Write about first contact with an alien civilization that is far more advanced than us.
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Disappeared Without a Trace
Compose a narrative about a character who suddenly vanishes from a small town.
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Kitchen Catastrophes
Write about a disastrous cooking endeavor that turned into a learning experience.
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The Incorporeal Body
Capture the essence of your being — not the physical form, but the consciousness or soul that you identify as ‘you’.
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Mystery Character Study
Choose a character from a book you have recently read and write about who they could have been if placed in a completely different situation or reality.
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Inside the Mind of your Alter-ego
Write from the perspective of an alter-ego or different version of yourself.
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After The Rain
Write about the time directly after you came out to your family. Focus on the immediate emotional aftermath, reactions, and unfolding dynamics.
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Unforeseen Twists
Recall a family celebration where something unexpected happened, and how it made the celebration memorable.
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Unexpected Inheritance
Your character has just inherited a haunted mansion in an obscure European village.
