71+ ‘Standing’ Writing Prompts
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Last Standing Structures
Depict the known landmarks or monuments and how they still stand in your narrated post-apocalypse world.
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Question of Justice
Write about a zombie standing trial for their actions while they were under the influence of zombification.
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Festive Foods
Write about a festive food that is unique to your culture and describe how it’s prepared.
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In the Path of the Unknown
Imagine you are standing at the edge of a vast, mysterious forest that symbolizes your life’s uncertainties.
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The Little Hero
Recall a situation when as a child you resolved a stressful situation or faced a conflict bravely.
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Witness to the Resurrection
Imagine yourself as a firsthand witness to the resurrection of Jesus and describe what you see, feel, and think.
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The Silent Symphony
Compose a narrative of an old couple whose love is portrayed more through their comfortable silence than words.
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Last Spell Standing
Journey into a world where the most powerful witches engage in a series of deadly duels to claim the title…
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Courage with Atticus Finch
Consider the thought-provoking quote from ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, “Courage is not a man with a gun in his hand.…
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Underdog to Savior
Tell the story of a superhero who starts as the underdog, everyone in society belittles, only to later emerge as…
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Fashioned from History
Design a costume for your superhero that is closely tied with their historical or cultural heritage.
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The Guilt Trip
Feature a villain who feels guilty about their past actions and struggles to seek forgiveness.
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The Mask of Gentrification
Consider a society where gentrification seems like progress but is really a villain.
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Survivors on the Precipice
Narrate the experience of survivors standing on the edge of a ravine, contemplating whether survival in this ravaged world is…
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Addressing Bullying
Write a story about a fictional character who stands up against bullying in their school.
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Battle Royale
Pen a compelling tale about superheroes from various settings compelled to battle each other in an interdimensional tournament.
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January Reflections
Write about a memorable instance that occurred in January in the past and how it has impacted your life.
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Champion For A Day
Imagine you are an Olympic champion for a day. Write about the sport you won in and how you trained…
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Robot Reign
Imagine a world where robots have taken over most of the jobs. What does your day look like?
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Rekindled Fire on Valentine’s
Write a piece describing a couple reigniting their romance on Valentine’s day after experiencing a long-term relationship drift.
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Standing Ovation for Love
Write about a dashing stage actor falling in love with a woman who is deaf.
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The Forbidden Magic
Write about a character that’s discovered a forbidden form of magic in a world where secrets like these are punishable.
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Financial Fires
Analyse the financial decisions you made over the holidays and how these might affect your financial standing moving forward.
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Masked Diplomacy
Superheroes are used as diplomatic envoys in international relations. How does this change the dynamics?
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Choosing School Uniforms
Persuade your school board on why introducing uniforms would be a good or bad idea.
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The Last Tree Standing
Imagine a world where only one tree remains. Describe it and explain how people react to it.
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Flare of the Sun
Imagine a vampire who has developed a sun-resistant serum that enables him to walk in daylight. What trials and difficulties…
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Among Falling Leaves
Imagine standing in a quiet November forest, watching as leaves drop slowly around you. Write about what thoughts and feelings…
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Unveiling The Secret Connection
Create a narrative about two best friends who reveal their romantic feelings for each other on Valentine’s Day.
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The Ordinary Hero
Write about a world where everyone has a superpower, but your protagonist is the one person who doesn’t.
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Gods Among Us
Write a story about a character who discovers they are the reincarnation of a mythological god.
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Hidden Tsarina
Create a diary entry of an anonymous tsarina who is hiding from the impending revolution.
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Fighting for the Downtrodden
Create a story based on a social worker’s involvement in the Civil Rights Movement in 1960s America.
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Unexpected Heroism
Pen a tale about a hero who emerges in the least likely situation or from the least likely person.
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The Last Vampire Standing
Spin a narrative around the last vampire who survives an alien invasion, with the sole responsibility to save the nearly…
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Real-Life Superheroes
Describe a time in your life when you or someone you know became a real-life superhero.
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Silent Snowfall
Dive deep into the feeling of standing outside during a calm, peaceful snowfall, and the thoughts it generates.
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An Aristocrat’s Downfall
The protagonist, a French aristocrat, struggles to come to terms with his loss of status and wealth during the French…
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Cliffs of Moher Contemplation
Describe standing on the edge of the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most famous landmarks.
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Cultural Traditions
Mimic an everyday routine or tradition famous in another culture and write your experience about it.
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The Cursed Lighthouse’s Chronicles
Craft a story about a haunted, desolate lighthouse, once a beacon of hope, now a beacon of despair.
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Last Person Standing
Write a story about someone who wakes up one day to discover they’re the only person left in their town…
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Heart of the Urn
Imagine the emotional and psychological journey of someone finding Andraste’s Sacred Urn.
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Uncompromising Principles
Write about any non-negotiable principles that guide your actions and decisions.
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Discovering the Disguised Hero
Identify a time when you stood up for someone or something important, detailing the situation and your motivation.
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Emotional Turning Points
Write about a moment of emotional epiphany that changed your perspective or led to personal growth.
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Embracing Stillness
Dedicate a passage to understanding the importance of relaxation, stillness, and introspective quietude in finding balance.
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Roots of Resilience
Reflect on a time you overcame a significant adversity and detail how you grew stronger.
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The Remaining Monarch
Imagine a world post-apocalypse, where royalty still exists and reigns supreme.
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Championing a Cause
Write about a cause you’ve passionately advocated for or any social issue that deeply moved you.
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Last Humans Standing
Write about a world where humans are becoming extinct, and how the last group of our species grapples with it.
