Writing Prompts for
Every Writer

Write about a character who discovers an old letter in a library book that changes everything they thought they knew about their family.

Your protagonist has been afraid of the dark their entire life. Today, they wake up to find the sun hasn't risen.

The last person on Earth sits alone in a room. There's a knock at the door.

A time traveler is stuck in the past and falls in love with someone. They know they must leave soon.

Every night at 3:33 AM, your character wakes up to the same song playing from an unknown source.

In a world where memories can be bought and sold, your character discovers they own a memory that isn't theirs.

Write about a magical pencil that brings drawings to life, but only between 3 PM and 4 PM each day.

A young dragon is afraid of flying. How do they overcome their fear?

Your pet goldfish can grant three wishes, but they're all slightly wrong. What happens?

Write a poem using only the words you can see from where you're sitting right now.

Create a haiku about the last thing that made you smile.

Write a poem where each line begins with the next letter of the alphabet.

Describe a color to someone who has never seen it, using only emotions and sensations.

If you could have dinner with any three people from history, who would they be and what would you ask them?

What would your 10-year-old self think of who you are today?

Write about a moment when you felt completely at peace. What made it special?

List 50 things that make you happy, no matter how small.

If your life was a book, what would this chapter be called?

You wake up one morning with the ability to understand what animals are saying. What's the first thing you hear?

Write about the worst school field trip that turns into the best adventure.

If you could create a new holiday, what would it celebrate and how would people observe it?

Write about a society where everyone's career is chosen for them at age 16 based on their dreams.

Explore the theme of identity through a character who discovers they've been living someone else's life.

Write a story told entirely through text messages, revealing a mystery.

Analyze the impact of [SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGY] on [SPECIFIC INDUSTRY] over the past decade. Include statistical evidence, expert opinions, and future predictions.

Compare and contrast [THEORY A] and [THEORY B] in [FIELD]. Discuss their origins, key principles, practical applications, and limitations.

Write a persuasive essay arguing for/against [CONTROVERSIAL TOPIC]. Include counterarguments, refutations, and evidence from at least 5 credible sources.

Explain [COMPLEX CONCEPT] to a general audience. Use analogies, real-world examples, and break down technical terms.

Create a comprehensive guide on [TOPIC] for beginners. Include: introduction, 5-7 main points with examples, common mistakes, and actionable takeaways.

Write a listicle: '10 [ITEMS/TIPS/STRATEGIES] for [ACHIEVING GOAL]'. Each item needs a catchy subheading, explanation, and practical example.

Create an SEO-optimized blog post about [KEYWORD]. Include: meta description, H2/H3 headings, internal linking suggestions, and a FAQ section.

Write a case study about [SUCCESS STORY]. Include: background, challenge, solution, implementation, results with metrics, and key takeaways.

Draft a professional email to [RECIPIENT] regarding [SITUATION]. Tone: [formal/friendly]. Include: context, main request, next steps, and clear CTA.

Create an executive summary for [PROJECT/PROPOSAL]. Include: overview, objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, timeline, and budget highlights.

Write a LinkedIn post about [PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT/INSIGHT]. Make it engaging, include a personal story, professional takeaway, and end with a question.

Develop a project proposal for [PROJECT NAME]. Include: problem statement, proposed solution, deliverables, timeline, team requirements, and success metrics.

Develop a thesis statement and outline for a research paper on [TOPIC]. Include: hypothesis, methodology overview, expected findings, and 5 key sources.

Write an annotated bibliography for [NUMBER] sources on [TOPIC]. Each entry: citation (APA/MLA), 150-word summary, relevance to research.

Create a literature review on [TOPIC]. Synthesize findings from 10+ sources, identify gaps, discuss methodologies, and suggest future research.

Draft an abstract for a research paper on [TOPIC]. Include: background, objective, methodology, results, conclusion. Maximum 250 words.

Generate a detailed world-building guide for [GENRE] story. Include: geography, political system, magic/technology rules, cultures, conflicts, and unique elements.

Create character profiles for [NUMBER] main characters. Include: appearance, personality, backstory, motivations, flaws, character arc, and key relationships.

Outline a [GENRE] novel with three-act structure. Include: hook, plot points, character arcs, subplots, themes, and chapter-by-chapter summary.

Write technical documentation for [SOFTWARE/PROCESS]. Include: overview, requirements, step-by-step instructions with screenshots placeholders, troubleshooting, and FAQs.

Create a tutorial on [TECHNICAL TOPIC]. Break down into: prerequisites, theory explanation, practical example, code snippets, common errors, and best practices.

Write product descriptions for [PRODUCT]. Create 3 versions: short (50 words), medium (150 words), long (300 words). Focus on benefits, not features.

Develop an email campaign for [PRODUCT/SERVICE]. Create: subject lines (5 options), preview text, body copy, CTA buttons, and A/B test variations.