130+ ‘story’ Writing Prompts
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‘The Fateful Heist’
An art heist goes wrong, leading to a web of lies, betrayal, and deceit among the thieves.
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Love Rewritten
Write a tale on a couple who get a chance to rewrite their love story, but with no memory of their original journey.
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Under the Spotlight
Craft a story where a high-profile public figure falls in love with an ordinary person, struggling to keep their relationship out of the public eye.
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Journey to Forever
Narrate a love story where the love interest helps the protagonist overcome a deeply ingrained fear or insecurity.
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Unexpected Love Letters
Create a story of a character unearthing a collection of love letters addressed to them, penned by an unexpected admirer.
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Opposites Attract
Write a story in which two people who initially cannot stand each other discover they’re deeply in love.
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The Unwanted Heirloom
A character comes into possession of a mysterious family heirloom which brings unsettling changes into their life.
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Out of Character Statement
Start your novel with your protagonist saying or doing something completely out of character.
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Emotional Journey
Write a potent scene that marks a significant emotional transformation for your character.
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Meet the Antagonist
Craft a short story in which the protagonist and the antagonist meet for the first time.
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Old Love Rekindled
Describe a love story where the characters were once lovers, drifted apart for whatever reason, and reunite after many years.
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Creation of Cultures
Describe an entirely unique and distinctive culture or society that could exist in a world of your own design.
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Shrouded in Shadows
Describe the main antagonist as an unidentified mystery, with elusive actions affecting the protagonist indirectly.
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Unlocking the Writer’s Journey
Write about your personal journey into becoming a writer, detailed with the ups, downs, and turning points.
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Cultural Connection
Describe a tradition or custom from your culture which you feel profoundly connected to.
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The Immigrant’s Journey
Interview an immigrant about their experience moving to a new country and write a story based on their experiences.
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Ancestral Anecdotes
Share a family story that was frequently told during your childhood and its impact on you.
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A Guiding Light
Reflect on a significant epiphany or turning point that has guided your life journey.
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Triumphant Transformation
Describe a personal hardship or challenge you faced and how it changed you for the better.
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Life’s Soundtrack
Choose a song that has significant personal meaning to you and write a story that explains its impact.
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The Compassionate Stranger
Tell the story of an act of compassion you’ve witnessed or experienced from a stranger.
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The Silent Object
Describe a cultural object that has been passed down in your family, and tell its story.
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Local Landmark Lore
Explore a local landmark or historical sight and tell the story from its perspective, incorporating both facts and personal observations.
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Story of a Struggle
Write an essay detailing a formidable challenge you faced and the steps you took to overcome it.
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Power of a Purple Cow
Write about a day on a farm from the perspective of a farmer who just experienced the birth of a purple calf.
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Beyond the Pinstripes
Write a day-in-the-life story about a businessman or woman outside of their corporate environment.
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Legacy of a Landmark
Detail the story behind a local landmark and how it contributes to the identity of your city or town.
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Dedicated to a Craft
Feature a person who has dedicated their life to mastering a specific skill or craft.
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Portrait of a Neighborhood
Write about the neighborhood you grew up in, its unique specifics, and how it shaped your worldview.
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Landmark Reflections
Choose a landmark you visited and describe it not just physically, but emotionally too.
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Parser in Post-Apocalypse
Write a story where a man wakes up from a 300-year sleep only to find himself in a post-apocalyptic world.
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Mastering Mystery
Craft a story about an enigmatic figure in the town everyone is intrigued by, but no one really knows.
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Fight for a Cause
Write a story revolving around a character fighting passionately for a cause they believe in, and the conflicts and resolutions they face in the journey.
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Forgotten Identity
Waking up one day without remembering your past can be terrifying. Write a story where the main character experiences this.
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Time Cocoon
You find a device that can transport you three days into the future. How would you use it?
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Unexpected Consequence
The choices we make often have unforeseen repercussions. Write a story where a seemingly insignificant decision turns the protagonist’s life upside down.
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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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Character’s Personal Artifact
Write about an object that carries significant meaning for your character.
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“Politically Incorrect Animals”
Write a story set in a world where the animals can talk, and they have political opinions.
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The Power of a Symbol
Create a story where the main character designs a symbol that unintentionally becomes a symbol of resistance.
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Art in action
Mold an artistic concept into a narrative centered around a painter who uses their art in unconventional ways.
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Stairway to Suspense
Write a story that begins with a character discovering a hidden staircase in their home that they never knew about.
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The Forgotten Memory
Pen a story about a character who remembers only glimpses of a horrifying incident from their past.
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Disappearing Acts
Write a story in which the most crucial piece of evidence vanishes without a trace.
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Imprisoned in Paintings
Develop a story about a character who can venture into the world of paintings, only to realize that an evil entity does not want them to leave.
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The Phantom Reflection
Imagine a scenario where one day, your protagonist wakes up to find their reflection in the mirror behaving independently.
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The Vanishing Town
Write a story where an entire town vanishes overnight leaving only a single survivor.
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The Haunting Past
Write a story in which a character’s dark past resurfaces menacingly into their present life.
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Battle Against Time
Write an application of a character struggling to accomplish a task before a deadline, failure of which could have dire consequences.
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Catastrophic Consequences
Tell a story about a character who makes a seemingly insignificant decision that leads to disastrous results.
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Crisis in the Courtroom
Craft a story where a character is forced to defend their innocence in a major court case.
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Time Traveler’s Dilemma
Create a story where you find a working time machine, but using it will inevitably have drastic consequences.
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Time-Traveling Lovers
Create a story where two lovers are reincarnated throughout different time periods, always finding each other again.
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Mythical Creatures in My Backyard
Write a story where a mythical creature comes to live in your backyard.
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Museum of Memories
Describe a specific memory from your past, focusing on the details that make it significant.
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Endless Echo
Write a story about a character who discovers that every sound they make echoes indefinitely.
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Memoirs of an Antique
Write a story from the perspective of an antique piece of furniture kept in a family home for generations.
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Sequencing Serendipity
Imagine that the sequence of a usual day drastically changes. Mundane activities like brushing teeth, bathing and eating all happen in a completely random order. Write a story describing such a day.
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Culinary Culture
Choose a dish from your culture and describe its significance, associated customs, and personal memories.
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Secrets of the Antique Shop
Pen down a mystery woven around an antique shop where items have strange and alarming properties.
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Subtext of Silence
Write a story about two people who are in love but have never said more than a few words to each other.
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Childhood Home Discourse
Describe your childhood home as a character in your life story, allowing it to have its own personality and influence.
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Behind The Camera
Imagine yourself as a director of a popular TV show or movie, discuss the changes you would make.
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The Underdog Story
Write about an underdog in sports or games, they can be real or fictional, and their journey to victory.
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Reimagined Genres
Choose a classic book and completely reimagine it in another genre. Outline the new plot and character arcs.
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The Unwritten Chapter
Imagine a never-before-seen chapter of your favorite book, placed anywhere within the storyline. Write this missing piece.
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Bucket List Countdown
Reflect on your ultimate aspirations and create a vivid story revolving around accomplishing one of your bucket list items.
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Cafe Chronicles
Describe a detailed and fictitious account of people’s lives based on observations from a coffee shop or cafe.
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Generation Gap
Write about a story where a grandparent and a grandchild try to bridge their generational gap.
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Out of Comfort Zone
Narrate a story about an individual who leaves their comfort zone to chase an unrealistic dream.
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Breaking Boundaries
Narrate a story about two individuals from drastically different backgrounds breaking past societal barriers to form an unlikely friendship.
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Wizard’s Enigma
Craft a story around a young and inexperienced enchanter given the task of unlocking an ancient spell that could change the fate of the world.
