80+ ‘Unearth’ Writing Prompts
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Planetary Pioneer
Imagine you are part of a team pioneering to inhabit a new planet. Describe your first day on this new world.
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Streams of Memories
Write a monologue where an elderly character is reminiscing about their past, recalling both painful and joyous moments.
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Ghostly Evocations
Pen a dialogue between a ghost and a human where the specter reveals pivotal moments from its past.
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A Child’s Yuletide
Relive Christmas as a child: the overwhelming anticipation, the joy of unwrapping presents, and the wonder of Christmas stories.
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Enigma of the Lost Civilization
Write about an archaeologist uncovering clues pointing towards an unknown, vanished civilization.
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Waves of Silence
Cast a narrative about the moments right after your heartbreak, focusing on the quietness that swallowed your world.
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Underground Uprising
Develop a story around a villain who plans to awaken monstrous creatures that reside in the earth’s core.
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Ancient Customs and Celebrations
Explore and describe ancient Irish traditions associated with St. Patrick’s Day.
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Gratitude Turnaround
Write about a challenging situation in your life for which you are now thankful.
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Janissaries’ Emotions
Write a story from the perspective of a Janissary, the elite infantry units in the Ottoman Empire, who were often slaves taken from Christian families.
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Mystery Object
Imagine you found a mysterious object while spring cleaning. What could it be and what is its story?
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Maplewood’s Disappearance
Create a suspenseful storyline about a beloved town personality who has suddenly disappeared, leaving behind only cryptic clues.
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Haunting of Honeysuckle Lane
Devise a tale centered around the oldest house in a small town, said to be haunted. What ingriguing or chilling tales does it hold?
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The Silk Road Caravaner
Narrate the journey of a caravan trader traversing the legendary Silk Road in the Middle Ages.
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Unanswered Questions
List the unaddressed questions you have for an ex-partner and explain why you have those questions.
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Shadows on the Mind
Create a thrilling story revolving around a protagonist who can listen to the thoughts of others.
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The Forgotten Town
You stumble upon a forgotten town that does not exist on any map. Explore its eerie mystery.
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The Busker’s Ballad
An amateur musician on the street corners stirs up an old scandal with his latest composition.
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Sunken Ships & Forgotten Lore
Imagine you stumble upon a long-lost shipwreck, laden with treasure and forgotten stories. Write about the ship’s history, last voyage, and its lost souls.
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Confronting Consumption
Write about a time you overlooked an eco-friendly option due to convenience or cost.
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Last Year’s Unanticipated Events
Write about the unexpected incident or series of incidents that took place last year.
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Whispers of the Wind
Calm your mind and listen closely to the sound of summer breezes in your garden, penning a story or a poem guided by those whispers.
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The Librarian’s Labyrinth
A librarian is found dead in a locked private reading room within an enormous library.
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Letter to Younger Self
Write a letter to your younger self, giving advice or sharing wisdom that you have gained over the years.
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Eerie Echoes From A Forgotten Past
Write a story where a character discovers a terrifying secret about their past that changes their perception of reality.
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Delving into Family History
With the remembrance day in close proximity, explore and write about your family history.
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Setting up Systems
Write about a system or routine you’ve implemented in your daily life and the difference it has made.
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Hidden Legacy
Unearth a hidden artifact that reveals a shocking secret about a famous historical figure.
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The Monster’s Feast
Narrate a death scene where a monster, lurking in the shadows, ends up eating its prey in a graphically detailed account.
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Time Capsule Mystery
Unearth a time capsule buried by an unknown person. Jot down the items present in it and how it affects your daily life.
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Message from the Inner Self
Recall a specific moment when you wholeheartedly believed you could be anything you wanted to become – then write about what it was you wanted to become and why.
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Inhabiting the Beast
Create a narrative wherein a demon reluctantly exorcises a human who has possessed it.
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Window into Past Virtues
Look back in time and write about a moment where you were proud of your actions because they represented your personal values.
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Historical Guide
Imagine a benign spirit guiding a historian to unearth the hidden truths about a historical event.
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Sinister Shadow of Past
Narrate a story where you accidentally unearth grim secrets from your family’s past.
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Scars of the Past
Investigate the past wounds or traumas that shaped your villain and how these scars affect their actions.
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Planet Disappearance
Massive planets are disappearing across galaxies and suspicions of galaxy exploitation lead to an intergalactic conflict.
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The Lost Magical City
Craft a tale centered around the mysterious disappearance of a famed magical city.
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The Language of the Heart
Write a conversation you imagine having with someone you love but can’t express your feelings to.
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From the Beast’s Eyes
Retell a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain or another minor character.
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The Gift of Brokenness
Consider a recent heartbreak you experienced. Reflect on what this heartbreak taught you about your inner strength.
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The Mand’alor Legacy
On a quest to unearth his heritage, Boba Fett embarks on a journey to trace the origins of his Mandalorian armor.
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The Mysterious Artifact
You have found an ancient artifact in your backyard. Write about your journey to find its origin.
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The Lost Incantation
Unearth a long-lost powerful spell and detail the adventure that ensues as a result.
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The Ghost of Guilt
Write a piece where the ‘ghost’ of your guilt visits you – what form does it take and what message does it bring?
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Avoiding Regret
Write about a past decision you regret and describe how you could have approached it differently.
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Conversations with Insecurity
Have a written ‘conversation’ with your insecurity, treating it as a separate entity from yourself.
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The Core Beliefs
Identify your deepest values, beliefs, and principles and discuss their origins and how they influence your actions.
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Personifying Past Relationships
Identify a past relationship, whether platonic or romantic, and express how it has shaped your approach to current and future relationships.
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The Happiness Chart
Map out the occasions when you felt truly happy. What were you doing? Who were you with? Try to decipher a pattern or a factor that triggers happiness.
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Gift of Self-Kindness
Write a letter to yourself from your best friend’s perspective and recount why they love and appreciate you.
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Depression Through Different Lenses
Write about your depression from the view of an outsider, such as a friend or family member.
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Conversations with Depression
Write a letter to your depression, expressing how it impacts your life.
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Staring Down the Mirror
Write a monologue using a mirror as a symbol, discovering truths about yourself you’d previously been unaware or in denial of.
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Champion’s Origins
Pen down the backstory of a powerful protagonist, detailing their journey from being an ordinary person to becoming a hero.
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The True Faces
What if your protagonist develops the ability to see people’s true intentions, hidden behind their emotional facades.
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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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Blooming into Adulthood
Write about the moment, incident, or phase that signified your transition into adulthood.
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Solo Operator
Write about the solitary life of an animal that prefers solitude, like a tiger or an octopus.
