161+ ‘The World Around’ Writing Prompts
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Misadventures of the Misunderstood
Write from the perspective of the villain, exploring why they see themselves as the protagonist of their own story.
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Journey Within
Pen down your innermost thoughts, reflecting on the essence of your soul and its interaction with the surrounding world.
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If Time Stopped
Imagine a moment where time stopped, what would you do and what would happen around you?
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Return to Atlantis
Your character is part of an expedition to the supposed site of the lost city Atlantis.
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Haunted Mirror
Create a ghostly character that only exists in mirrors and describe how it influences the world around it.
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Enchanted Items
Describe an ordinary everyday object that possesses magical qualities in your fairy tale world.
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Unexpected Transformation
Think about a character who goes through an unusual transformation, physical or mental, and writes about their journey through it.
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Chilling Encounter
Craft a micro story about a character who can sense the emotions of people they touch.
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Winter’s Silent Whisper
Write about a solitary winter night during your travel and how it made you reflect.
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The Invisible Friend
Write a story about having an invisible friend who helps with difficult tasks and brings lots of fun.
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If Pets Could Talk
What if your pet suddenly started talking one day? How would that affect your relationship with your pet and the…
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End of Cookies
Imagine one day all the cookies in the world disappeared. How would that affect your life and the world around…
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Walk in Their Shoes
Pick a historically significant figure and write a first-person narrative that speculates their thoughts and experiences.
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The World through Written Words
Write about how writing can broaden your horizons in high school and beyond.
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Revolutionary Change
Write a narrative about a character who is a part of a colonial rebellion.
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The Waking Dead
Explore the experience of an unexpected and terrifying zombie apocalypse on Halloween night.
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Teacher’s Perspective
Write a day in life story, but from the perspective of your 6th Grade teacher.
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The One That Started It All
Concoct a creation myth for the first ever Pokemon. How did it come to be, and what powers did it…
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Doors to the Unknown
Write an encounter with a door in your house you’ve never noticed before that leads to a paranormal world.
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Alternate History – According to Fandom
Write a historical alternate universe (AU) fanfiction where a pivotal moment in history occurs differently.
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Alter Ego Exploration
Write from the point of view of your favorite fanfic character’s alter ego or secret identity.
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Origins of Power
Reflect on an anime character with unique abilities or powers. Explore the backstory that led to the manifestation and reason…
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Understanding Universal Connection
Write about a time when you felt deeply connected to the universe.
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Acknowledging the Everyday
Write about something seemingly mundane that you would miss greatly if it wasn’t there.
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Journey of Self-Realizations
Write about pivotal moments in your life that shaped your understanding of yourself and the world around you.
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Unmasked Truth
Create a letter to your future self, detailing who you are at your core.
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Sensory Safari
Choose an everyday object and describe it in extreme detail using all your senses.
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Winter Wonderland
Imagine you have the power to control the winter weather. What would a day look like?
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Lady in the Red Dress
Write a story about a femme fatale who uses her wit and charm to manipulate those around her.
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Creative Invention Time
You’ve just invented a device that can turn your thoughts into music. Write about your experiences using this device.
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Medieval Scribe
As a medieval scribe, your work is both a lifeline and luxury. What are you responsible for recording, and how…
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Dreamt Reality
You have the power to change one thing in the world as it exists now. What would you change and…
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Heart of the Market
Describe a bustling marketplace scene through the eyes of a child experiencing it for the first time.
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The Powerful Paradigm
Write a speech about a significant paradigm shift in society or a field of study.
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Divulging Emotion
Explore an emotion you are currently experiencing in depth, from its root causes to its impact on your body and…
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Battle of Immortality
Create a saga of two immortal beings locked in an eternal struggle for power, their battle shaping the course of…
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Furry Companion Talks
Write a narrative in which your pet is the main character, going about its day, observing, and commenting on the…