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8 More Writing Prompts
Random sparks for your creativity!
Writing prompts are great ways of kickstarting your writing when you get stuck.
You see, while your writing ideas mainly come from your own memories and thoughts, the creative process can really benefit from some random, chaotic ideas!
Writing prompts could include a scenario, a phrase or idea, or an image.
I previously shared sets of writing prompts here and here. Now, here are eight brand new ones for you to add to your collection! Most of these could fit with several genres.
Idea 1
There is a family gathering, and some kind of animal interrupts proceedings. Write what happens next.
Idea 2
Write a panicked conversation on an airplane that’s about to crash, or onboard a spacecraft that has lost contact with mission control.
Idea 3
Write a short description of a fantastical city where things are very different from your own homeland.
Idea 4
A character firmly believes that they are the reincarnated spirit of a famous figure from history. On their first day of a new job, they can’t resist telling people about this… The scene you write could be sad, or comic.
Idea 5
Write a brief biography of a reformed character from the perspective of someone that they wronged. It could be a criminal who later devoted themselves to charity, for example. Are they forgiven?
Idea 6
Write a scene focusing on a MacGuffin — an object that everyone wants (like the stolen plans in StarWars: A New Hope). First, decide what the object is. Next, figure out who has it, and describe what they do to try to keep it out of enemy hands.
Idea 7
For a reason of your choosing, a particular character has had enough of crime and corruption. They decide to take matters into their own hands and become a vigilante. Decide what happens next.
Idea 8
Describe the actions of a character quite like yourself, who for some reason has to go undercover and act as a spy.
I hope you found these helpful!
And if you enjoyed them, it’s not hard to make more of your own. This article provides a foolproof method to follow:
If you do use any of the eight ideas above, why not share a link to your writing in the comments?
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