80+ ‘Stranger’ Writing Prompts
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Miracle on a Silent Night
Write a short story about a small town that hasn’t had a good holiday in years, but is suddenly visited…
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Lost and Found
Your pet gets lost and embarks on an incredible journey, eventually returning home. Describe their adventure.
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Unexpected Gifts
Write about an instance where you unexpectedly received something that had a profound impact on you.
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Bridging Relationships
Narrate an incident where a relationship in your life underwent a significant shift or transformation.
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Home Away From Home
Imagine you’re an evacuated child in the World War era, living in a stranger’s home away from your parents. Describe…
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Through the Eyes of a Stranger
Describe a New Year’s Eve celebration that you stumbled upon or witnessed at an unexpected place or in an unexpected…
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Time-Traveling Cowboy
A cowboy accidentally falls into a time portal and lands in modern times, trying to make sense of city life…
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Hot Toddy Tales
Imagine you are sitting by a fire, sipping a warm beverage and exchanging stories with a stranger who has sought…
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A Stranger’s Betrayal
Develop a story where the villain is someone the protagonist trusts implicitly, and then, unpredictably turns against them.
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Unexpected Christmas Carol
Draft a story about a Christmas caroler who suddenly shows up at your door, breaking the silence of a typically…
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Blessed Interaction
Imagine you are encountering an Irish blessing in a unique situation. How does it influence your thoughts and actions?
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Unrequited Obsession
Write a story where the protagonist is obsessed with someone who does not reciprocate their feelings.
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Stranger’s Pact
Write about two strangers who agree to be in a relationship for a set amount of time – what happens…
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Amnesia in Love
Write about a character who falls in love again with their partner after suffering through an episode of amnesia.
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Hidden Behind The Mask
Write about a mysterious masked stranger who crash lands into a high-society masquerade party hosted by an aristocratic woman. The…
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Mysterious Stranger
Your character starts receiving anonymous letters containing predictions that always turn out to be accurate.
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Journey to Emmaus
Write a dialogue that might have occurred between the two disciples on the road to Emmaus before Jesus revealed himself.
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Time Capsule Chronicles
Imagine you’re creating a time capsule to be opened in 100 years. List the objects you’d include with a detailed…
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Unlikely Comfort
Describe a painful moment where you found comfort or solace in something unexpected.
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Magnifying Micro-Moments
Write about a small, seemingly insignificant moment in your day that you are grateful for.
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Season of Generosity
Imagine a world where every person chose to give something of themselves to a stranger during the holiday season.
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Gift of Time
Imagine if the most precious gift you could give to someone was your time. Describe an encounter where someone donates…
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The Stray Book
Your character finds an abandoned diary, filled with stories of a stranger’s life, on a park bench.
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The Sip That Warmed Up January
Write a memorable tale where a sip of hot chocolate played a key role during a freezing January day.
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Whispers of Willow Creek
Write a mystery about a stranger who arrives in the tiny town of Willow Creek, but as he digs deeper…
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April Showers and A Night’s Refuge
Narrate a story where a stranger takes refuge in a cabin after being caught in an April shower.
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Dance With a Stranger
Create a story based on a dance with a mysterious stranger at a masquerade ball.
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The Lighthouse Keeper’s Winter Lover
Conceptualize a tale about a lighthouse keeper finding a mysterious person washed ashore on a freezing winter day.
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Wuthering Heights from an Outsider’s Eyes
Weave the tale of Wuthering Heights told by an outsider to the grueling lover’s saga.
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The Stranger’s Perspective
Write about your heartbreak from a stranger’s perspective who knows nothing about you.
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The Unexpected Visitor
One evening, an elderly stranger visited your home asking for help. Write their story.
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The Spoken Word
Discuss a conversation you’ll never forget. Who was it with, what did you talk about, why did it become unforgotten?
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Capturing Moments of Grace
Write about a moment when you received kindness from a stranger that you never got a chance to thank.
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The Intimate Bond with Strangers
Describe an encounter with a stranger that left a deep impact on you.
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Thanksgiving Coffee Connection
You make an unexpected connection with a stranger over coffee during Thanksgiving.
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Mysterious Strangers in Town
Write a tale about an unfamiliar face in a small town, and the strange events following their arrival.
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The Stranger in Town
Describe a mysterious stranger arriving in a small, close-knit town and strange events occurring soon after.
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Memory Intruder
Imagine your protagonist rewaking lost memories after meeting a ‘stranger’, who has a pivotal role in their forgotten past.
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Crossover Mayhem
Blend the world of Riverdale with another famous series and intertwine their narratives.
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New Power Source
Imagine a scenario where Eleven’s power source is not Eggos, but something entirely different.
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Stranger Encounter
Reflect on an intriguing connection or interaction with a stranger during your travels.
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Through My Window
Describe what you see outside your window and imagine a story for a stranger you see.
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Palace of Positivity
Write about a time or place wherein despite your sadness, you found a ray of hope.
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Gratitude Letter
Write a letter expressing your gratitude to someone who has significantly influenced your life.
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Conversation with a Stranger
Imagine running into a stranger at a coffee shop and striking up an intriguing, meaningful conversation.
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Letters from a Stranger
Imagine finding a letter addressed to you from an unknown sender who seems to know you intimately. Describe the letter…
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The Mysterious Encounter
Create a dialogue between your main character and a mysterious stranger who holds a secret.
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In The Perspective Of A Stranger
Write a scene of your everyday life from the viewpoint of a stranger observing you.
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Enemy Behind the Mask
Write about a hero who discovers their greatest enemy is somebody they cherished.
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Strangers in a Cafe
The story starts with “He had seen her often, in the crowded café, a stranger yet so familiar.”
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Ripples of Empathy
Translate into words an instance of an empathetic experience you had with a stranger.
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The Weight of Kindness
Write about a random act of kindness you witnessed or experienced, and why it still inspires you.
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The Familiar Stranger
You catch yourself in the mirror one day, and your reflection possesses a life and will of its own.
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Secret in the Shadows
Write about a character who has noticed someone following them for days and decides to confront them.
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The Mysterious Text
Your protagonist wakes up to an unknown text message, predicting an event that shockingly comes true. What path does this…
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A Helping Hand
Create a compelling story where your main character’s traits and skills are tested when they help a complete stranger.
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The Everyday Hero
Craft a poem that illustrates the heroism found in everyday life and showcases a person performing a small but meaningful…
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Silent Protectors
Compose a poem about a silent hero in your life, whether it is a family member, friend, or stranger.
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Café Philosophy
Craft a poem centered around a philosophical conversation you’d have in a café with a stranger.
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A Show of Character
Put your protagonist in a situation where they perform an act of kindness randomly.
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The Elusive Stranger
A stranger with a mysterious past unexpectedly walks into the protagonist’s life.
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Letters From A Stranger
A mysterious set of letters find their way to your protagonist, changing everything they believed.
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A Familiar Stranger
Your main antagonist believes they have never met the protagonist before, but when they are introduced, the protagonist remember them…
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The Special Someone
Narrate your relationship with a person who has significantly influenced your life.
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Unseen Truths
Write a memoir piece where you reveal a personal experience that others may not believe to be true.
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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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Interview with a Stranger
Describe an encounter with a stranger who piqued your interest. How did the interaction change you, and what did it…
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Heroes in Disguise
Write about a family member who, unbeknownst to others, carried out acts of immense compassion or bravery.
