quick write prompts

Once upon a time, in a land far away, there was a young wizard named Alaric. He lived in a small cottage on the outskirts of a magical forest. One day, while exploring the forest, he discovered a hidden glade filled with glowing crystals. These crystals were said to hold the key to a powerful spell that could save the kingdom from an impending dark magic. Alaric decided to embark on a journey to find out more about these crystals and how to use them for the greater good.

In the future, Earth has become a desolate place due to over - exploitation. A group of scientists receive a series of mysterious prompts. These prompts lead them to believe that there is a habitable planet far away. They build a spaceship and embark on a journey through the galaxy. Along the way, they face various challenges such as asteroid belts and alien attacks. But they are determined to reach the new planet and start a new life for humanity.

One great free write prompt for fiction could be 'A character discovers a mysterious door in an old attic.' This immediately sets a scene full of potential. The character could be anyone - a curious child, an old homeowner, or a nosy neighbor. And the door? It could lead to a magical world, a time - locked room filled with secrets from the past, or a portal to another dimension. It gives the writer a lot to work with in terms of creating a story.

Mark and David were friends who used to do everything together. They played in the same sports team, studied together. But in high school, they became part of different groups and slowly drifted apart. Mark started focusing more on his studies and David got involved in the school band. One summer, they both attended a local community event. They saw each other from across the room. David went up to Mark and they started talking. They remembered all the good times they had. They found out they still had a lot in common. They decided to start hanging out again, going to games and concerts together, and their lost friendship was regained.

Once upon a time, there was a young girl named Lily. One day, she found a mysterious old book in her attic. As she opened it, a bright light flashed and she was suddenly transported to a magical land filled with talking animals and enchanted forests. She met a friendly fox who offered to be her guide. Together, they embarked on a journey to find the source of a dark magic that was threatening the land. Along the way, they overcame many obstacles and made new friends. In the end, Lily was able to break the spell and restore peace to the magical land. Then she found herself back in her attic, with the book now a simple storybook.

Another effective prompt is 'Write a fiction novel that takes place in a small coastal town. The town has a long - held secret that is gradually uncovered by a newcomer, and this secret has the potential to change the lives of everyone in the town forever. Include elements of mystery, love, and betrayal in the story.' This prompt provides a specific setting (the coastal town), a mystery to be solved (the town's secret), and some additional elements to make the story more complex and engaging.

One prompt could be 'You find a magic key. Where does it lead you?'. For this, a student could write about finding the key in their backyard. They might say the key leads them to a secret garden full of talking animals and magical plants. It's a place where they can have adventures and make new friends.

A prompt like 'You discover a hidden door in your school library' would be great. The student could start by saying they were looking for a book when they noticed a strange crack in the wall. Pushing on it, a door opened. Inside, there were old books that told stories of the school's past and a friendly ghost who was the librarian long ago. They could have a conversation with the ghost and learn about the old days of the school.

How about 'The old cemetery on a foggy night'? Picture a lone figure walking through the cemetery. The fog is so thick that they can barely see the tombstones. All of a sudden, they hear a soft moan coming from one of the graves. They freeze in fear, but their curiosity gets the better of them. As they approach the source of the sound, they notice a strange glow. Then, a hand reaches out from the ground. This is just the beginning of a terrifying encounter with the undead.

Well, start by being clear about your story's main elements and what you want to explore. Be specific in your instructions to get better results.