3006+ ‘Writing’ Writing Prompts
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Journey to an Unknown Land
Write about a character who decides to leave their comfort zone and embark on an unplanned journey.
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A White Christmas
Share a story about spending Christmas in a city known for its snow-covered landscape.
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Postcard Chronicles
Choose five different international postcards and write a storyline that connects all of them.
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An Unexpected Journey
Write about a fictional roadtrip you took and faced unforeseen challenges. How did you overcome those challenges?
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Cuisine Chronicles
Write an opinion piece on how experiencing different cuisines during your travels has influenced your perception of food.
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Mystical Marine Adventure
Write about a deep-sea diving adventure where you encounter magical sea creatures.
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My Personal Submarine
Come up with a story about exploring an underwater world in your personal submarine.
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Aspirational Architecture
Sketch out your blueprint for the new year in terms of goals, dreams and personal growth.
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Embracing the Sorrow
Write a letter to your heartbreak, acknowledging the pain and thanking it for the lessons.
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Family Evolution
Write about the transitions and transformations your family has undergone through different generations.
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A Letter To My Future Self
Compose a letter to your future self indicating the changes you wish to see in that future version of you.
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Unwanted Superpower
Write about a superhero who views their superpower as a curse due to a traumatic event.
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Violent Aftermath
Describe the aftermath of a violent event from the perspective of the protagonist.
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Censoring The Grisly
Show an act of violence from the perspective of an unwitting witness, without revealing the explicit details.
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Off-Beaten Prompt Paths
Challenge yourself to create prompts based on abstract concepts or emotions.
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Mining Life’s Milestones
Reflect on significant life events and how they can generate meaningful writing prompts.
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Stoke the Curiosity Fire
Delve into areas of interest or obsessions and explore how they can provide substantial writing prompts.
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Finding Inspiration Around You
Write about how common, everyday items or events can inspire writing topics.
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Spell Book Study
Imagine you found a witch’s grimoire. What spells are in it, and what are their effects?
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Dystopian Restoration
A superhero born in a dystopian future uses their time travel abilities to prevent their world from descending into chaos.
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The Invisible Friend
What if you had an imaginary friend who could become visible only to you? Describe this friend and your adventures…
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Imaginary Playground
Imagine a perfect playground. What does it look like? What are the different playthings and why are they special?
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Contrasting November’s
Compare November’s experience from two different geographical or cultural perspectives.
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The Harvest Angle
Write about the historical and cultural significance of harvest time, especially as it relates to November.
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Personal Book Review
Choose your favorite book and write a review explaining what you liked about it, and who else might enjoy it.
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News Reporter Challenge
Write an article as if you are a news reporter covering an exciting event you have witnessed.
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Imaginary Planet Expedition
Write about a trip to an imaginary planet and describe what you encounter there.
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Unexpected Gratitude
Choose an episode in your life which was challenging or painful but ultimately led to personal growth or unexpected thankfulness.
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Miracles in Mundanity
Record an ordinary moment from your daily life and reveal the unique beauty or joy it exudes.
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Leafy Life Cycle
Write a story from the perspective of a leaf transitioning through the seasons until it falls in autumn.
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The Diary of a Bully
Consider the perspective of a bully and write a diary entry filled with self-reflection.
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Colorful Kitchen Stories
Recall your experience making or eating a multicolored meal for National Jelly Bean Day.
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Unseen Witness
You’re a zombie, endlessly wandering through destroyed remnants of civilization, a silent observer of poignantly human scenes.
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Realm of Rusting Emotions
Narrate your tale as a zombie, not as a mindless brain-eating creature, but an entity that is cognizant of its…
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Haunting Hunger
Be a zombie, your next meal is in sight but it’s more familiar than you thought. How does the last…
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A Day in a Coral Reef
Pen down a piece that captures a day in the vibrant ecosystem of a coral reef.
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The Last Harvest
Imagine you are a farmer stocking up for the upcoming winter, what would be your experiences and thoughts?
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Gardener of Growth
Write about the personal growth of a seed into a beautiful flower, using the plant as an analogy for your…
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Reincarnation Review
Imagine being able to remember every single past life, describe your journey through the eras.
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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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Bunny’s Lost Baskets
Imagine one Easter where all the Easter Bunny’s baskets go missing and the journey embarked to find them.
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Easter Bunny Symbolism
Analyze the symbolism of the Easter Bunny in relation to fertility and abundance.
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Symbolism of the Easter Egg
Delve into the symbolism of the Easter egg and its relevance in contemporary society.
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Colors of Power
Discuss the choice of colors for your superhero’s costume and what they might symbolize.
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Cotton Candy Fantasy
Create a fictional story based on a protagonist’s first time tasting cotton candy at a summer carnival.
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A Solitary Snowflake
Take on the persona of a solitary snowflake floating towards the ground in an utterly silent world.
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Whispers in the White
Describe a scene in a snow-covered landscape punctuated only by the sound of snowfall.
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Significance of Challenge
Consider the challenges daily writing prompts pose and explain why they are important for growth.
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Tool of Tackling Writer’s Block
Describe personal experiences where writing prompts have helped overcome writer’s block.
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Transformation Through Prompts
Write a fictional story about a character whose life changes drastically because of daily writing prompts.
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Importance of Prompting
Explain why writing prompts are significant for writers, especially ones who are just starting.
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The Mask of Authenticity
Explore the concept of authenticity as a mask one chooses to wear or remove.
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Authentic Self-Reflection
Recall a moment in your life when you felt you were not being your genuine self.
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Turning Point Tidbits
Reflect on a turning point in your life and write about how it altered your personal narrative.
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The People Who Shaped You
Describe the individuals who most influenced your life and reveal how their presence molded your personal narrative.
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Releasing Bottled Feelings
Write a letter to someone you’ve always wanted to forget, but never could.
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Dusk Till Dawn: An Easter Day
Write a descriptive account of Easter day, beginning with daybreak’s soft pastel skies until nightfall.
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Color Breathers
The Northern Lights are sentient beings, each hue with different personalities and abilities.
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Dance of Flames
Write about a tribal celebration, an ancient rite, or a spiritual journey that utilizes a beach bonfire as a powerful…
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Crisis creativity
Write about a unique way you used creativity to cope with the adversities of the year.
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The Shared Umbrella
Construct a narrative about two people huddling under a shared umbrella during a sudden rainstorm, leading to unexpected love.
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The Art of Thoughtful Gift Giving
Write about the process of choosing a thoughtful gift for someone special and the joy derived from it.
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Ancestral Reflections
Imagine you are a 4th generation Irish-American, tracing your roots back to Ireland.
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Embracing Unfamiliar Paths
Write about the first big change in your life that you can remember from your childhood.
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Journey into a Storybook
Imagine you could jump into your favorite storybook. Describe what happens.
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Digital Age Dilemma
Explore whether the importance of writing has diminished in the middle school setting due to digital advancements. Support your argument…
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Your Future Self
Write a letter to your future self focusing on your academic and personal goals. Consider the role of writing in…
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Piecing Together History
Imagine life in a world where writing didn’t exist. How would information be passed, shared, or remembered? Reflect on the…
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Memory Makers
Consider a moment in your life where writing has directly led to a particular success or realization. Relate that to…
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Understanding the Value
Write an essay defining the importance of writing in your life and in school.