100 Common Writing Prompts: Inspiration for Creative Ideas

1. Write about a time when you overcame a fear.
2. Describe your favorite place to go on vacation.
3. Write a letter to your younger self.
4. Write a story about a character who discovers a secret.
5. Describe a moment when you felt the most alive.
6. Write a personal essay about a difficult experience you had.
7. Write a poem about the changing seasons.
8. Describe your dream job.
9. Write a story about a character who has to make a difficult decision.
10. Write a letter to your future self.
11. Write a story about a character who learns a valuable lesson.
12. Describe your favorite hobby.
13. Write a personal essay about a meaningful relationship in your life.
14. Write a story from the perspective of an animal.
15. Write a poem about love.
16. Describe your favorite childhood memory.
17. Write a story about a character who takes a risk.
18. Write a letter to someone you admire.
19. Write a story about a character who overcomes adversity.
20. Write a personal essay about a life-changing experience.
21. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected love.
22. Describe your favorite type of food.
23. Write a story about a character who has to let go of something important.
24. Write a poem about nature.
25. Describe your perfect day.
26. Write a story about a character who undergoes a transformation.
27. Write a personal essay about a struggle you’ve faced.
28. Write a letter to a fictional character.
29. Write a story about a character who faces a moral dilemma.
30. Write a poem about friendship.
31. Describe your favorite type of weather.
32. Write a story about a character who has to confront their past.
33. Write a personal essay about a goal you’ve achieved.
34. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected happiness.
35. Write a letter to a future generation.
36. Write a story about a character who has to make a sacrifice for someone they love.
37. Write a poem about hope.
38. Describe your favorite childhood book.
39. Write a story about a character who experiences a major setback.
40. Write a personal essay about a place that is special to you.
41. Write a story about a character who learns to forgive.
42. Write a letter to a parent.
43. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected strength.
44. Write a poem about loss.
45. Describe your favorite way to relax.
46. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected success.
47. Write a personal essay about a family tradition.
48. Write a story about a character who learns to love themselves.
49. Write a letter to a mentor or teacher who has influenced you.
50. Write a story about a character who faces discrimination.
51. Write a poem about the ocean.
52. Describe your favorite type of music.
53. Write a story about a character who goes on a journey of self-discovery.
54. Write a personal essay about a lesson you’ve learned from a mistake.
55. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected courage.
56. Write a letter to a sibling.
57. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected support.
58. Write a poem about the beauty of imperfection.
59. Describe your favorite type of art.
60. Write a story about a character who has to come to terms with their own mortality.
61. Write a personal essay about a passion you have.
62. Write a story about a character who has to face the consequences of their actions.
63. Write a letter to a stranger.
64. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected redemption.
65. Write a poem about the power of kindness.
66. Describe your favorite type of cuisine.
67. Write a story about a character who learns to embrace change.
68. Write a personal essay about a time when you had to stand up for yourself.
69. Write a story about a character who has to choose between loyalty and morality.
70. Write a letter to a former lover.
71. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected inspiration.
72. Write a poem about the power of imagination.
73. Describe your favorite type of architecture.
74. Write a story about a character who learns to overcome their insecurities.
75. Write a personal essay about a time when you had to make a difficult compromise.
76. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected purpose.
77. Write a letter to a former boss.
78. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected joy.
79. Write a poem about the beauty of simplicity.
80. Describe your favorite way to spend a weekend.
81. Write a story about a character who learns to appreciate the present moment.
82. Write a personal essay about a time when you had to make a tough ethical decision.
83. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected freedom.
84. Write a letter to a friend who lives far away.
85. Write a story about a character who has to confront their biggest fear.
86. Write a poem about the power of resilience.
87. Describe your favorite type of flower.
88. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected beauty in the mundane.
89. Write a personal essay about a time when you had to face a difficult truth.
90. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected hope.
91. Write a letter to a family member who has passed away.
92. Write a story about a character who has to reconcile their past with their present.
93. Write a poem about the power of forgiveness.
94. Describe your favorite type of animal.
95. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected faith.
96. Write a personal essay about a time when you had to be brave.
97. Write a story about a character who has to learn to trust again.
98. Write a letter to a stranger who made a positive impact on your life.
99. Write a story about a character who finds unexpected acceptance.
100. Write a poem about the beauty of diversity.