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In these blogs, you’ll find all kinds of writing prompts themed around certain times of the year, genres I specialise in, tropes, character types, and more. You can use these however you want; how you interpret a prompt is completely unique to you!

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Where to find creative writing prompts from photos

When it comes to writing, inspiration can strike from anywhere: a word, a phrase, a quote, and so much more. Many writers are inspired to write using creative writing prompts from photos, using the image as a spark of a scene or character. Finding high-quality images can be a struggle. While social media platforms like Instagram can give you a huge selection of photographers, it’s not easy to search for what you’re looking for. Below you’ll find my favourite platforms for images and art to use when searching for inspiration. Free creative writing photo prompts For writers who like to… Read More »Where to find creative writing prompts from photos

Werewolf story ideas

Werewolves have been a popular fixture of horror, paranormal romance, shifter romance, and other fantasy genres. There’s an endless amount of ideas to be had by including them in your story. These werewolf story ideas are designed to get you thinking. Part-worldbuilding and part-storyline concept, the ideas below might just inspire you to write your next story, of any genre that suits you. For more writing prompts, check out my writing prompts for short stories and other fiction. What readers really want from werewolf stories Recent conversations on social media about werewolves have been intriguing. Readers don’t just want alpha/beta… Read More »Werewolf story ideas

Horror prompts for short stories

So, you want to write about something horrible. These horror prompts for short stories will be right up your dark, dank alley. The horror genre is cathartic, allowing you to release strong emotions of fear, revulsion, and terror. To make yourself uncomfortable is a horror writer’s greatest goal. Causing a reader to be spooked or unnerved is even better. For more horror prompts, check out my horror writing prompts. Or try some short fiction prompts for Halloween. 22 horror prompts You can take just one prompt or combine any of the following for one story! Every prompt is entirely up… Read More »Horror prompts for short stories

Summer romance writing prompts

When it comes to seasonal or holiday romances, there are two seasons most romance writers gravitate towards: summer and winter. These summer romance writing prompts will put you in the mood for a steamy fling or reawakened passion. Most summer romances take place in small towns, hot destination spots, and glamorous resorts. But don’t fret – think of all the events that happen when the sun comes out. Beach trips, water parks, and music festivals can all be equally romantic anywhere you go. Looking for other seasonal romance writing prompts? Check out my spring romance writing prompts. 22 summer romance… Read More »Summer romance writing prompts

Romance novel writing prompts

Are you looking for inspiration for your next romantic adventure? These romance novel writing prompts are designed to give you that spark of creativity to start, continue, or rework a novel idea. There are infinite stories to tell in the romance genre. One plot can be used many times over to tell new stories and give life to new characters. Each prompt is a single sentence with a hook, plotline, or conflict to explore in the novel. They can be used on their own, in conjunction with other prompts, or completely reshaped. Using my writing prompts Any writers are welcome… Read More »Romance novel writing prompts

Meet cute writing prompts

One of the most common literary devices used in contemporary and cosy romances, a ‘meet cute’ is where two characters meet in a cute, funny, or casual way before pursuing each other romantically. I’ve written 22 meet cute writing prompts to help you start a romance story. One of my favourite meet cute settings are coffee shop meet cutes, usually between a customer and a barista, or seeing each other across the shop. If you read or watch any romance stories, you’ve probably come across people bumping into each other or spilling a drink on a stranger. These kinds of… Read More »Meet cute writing prompts

Bite me: Gay vampire fiction ideas

What’s more gay than vampires? LGBTQ+ vampire stories are as old as the vampire sub-genre itself, with Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu paving the way back in 1872. To continue the trend, I’ve pulled together 22 gay vampire fiction ideas to inspire new stories. While I’ve compiled these based on ‘gay vampires’ as a theme, I’ve also included representation for polyamory, and all prompts can be interpreted for any gender identities. Why can’t vampires be gender non-conforming, after all? They usually are! Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my writing prompts is always appreciated, whether it’s linking to… Read More »Bite me: Gay vampire fiction ideas

Fantasy writing prompts about dragons

Who doesn’t love dragons? As a fan of dragons myself (yes, I had that Dragonology book, yes, I still proudly own it!), I knew I’d need to come up with some fantasy writing prompts about dragons as soon as possible. Whether they’re tremendous beasts destroying villages or benevolent creatures assisting fantasy heroes, you can never go wrong with dragons. Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my writing prompts is always appreciated, whether it’s linking to my website from yours or a social media shoutout. 22 fantasy writing prompts about dragons You can take just one prompt or combine… Read More »Fantasy writing prompts about dragons

Writing prompts for short stories and other fiction

Before you can start a short story, you need an idea. Sometimes it’s difficult to know exactly where to start. That’s where my writing prompts for short stories and other fiction come in. I love coming up with ideas. But I don’t have the time or the motivation (or the focus, thanks, ADHD!) to actually write all of it myself. So why not share my ideas with other writers? Think of writer’s block: is it actually an inability to write, or is it a problem caused by a lack of motivation and ideas? One of the most common recommendations for… Read More »Writing prompts for short stories and other fiction

LGBTQ+ fantasy fiction ideas

LGBTQ+ fantasy fiction is getting more and more popular, whether it contains romance as a focus or LGBTQ+ themes and characters. Whether you want to incorporate a queer character or get inspiration for a whole book, these writing prompts will help. With these ideas, I’ve tried to incorporate possibilities for aro/ace characters, non-binary characters, lesbian couplings, and more. I’ve tried to allow for polyamorous relationships too. Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my writing prompts is always appreciated, whether it’s linking to my website from yours or a social media shoutout. 22 LGBTQ+ fantasy fiction ideas You can… Read More »LGBTQ+ fantasy fiction ideas