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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!

Acknowledgement or credit is always nice, even if it’s simply linking to my website from yours or a shoutout on social media!

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 inspiration, check out my other horror writing prompts. Or try some Halloween writing prompts. 22 horror prompts You can take just one prompt or combine any of the following for one story! Every prompt is entirely up to your… 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 or these autumn… Read More »Summer romance writing prompts

Romance novel writing prompts for every genre

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. How to use these romance novel ideas Any… Read More »Romance novel writing prompts for every genre

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. 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 gay… 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

Vampire romance writing prompts

Romancing vampires has been a staple of paranormal fiction, from Carmilla to Twilight. These vampire romance writing prompts are set to get your blood pumping to write a fresh take on the genre. Looking for more inspiration? Just take a look at any of the top books in the paranormal romance sub-genre! 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 vampire romance writing prompts You can take just one prompt or combine any of the following for one story! Every… Read More »Vampire romance writing prompts

Ho, ho, ho: Christmas romance writing prompts

Christmas is a time for family, love, and presents. Mostly presents. So what better present to give than a romantic story revolving around Christmas cheer? These Christmas romance writing prompts might give you that spark you need to write a story for a loved one or to publish just in time for people to get into the Christmas spirit. All prompts are completely focused on the commercial Christmas season, without any religious references. 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.… Read More »Ho, ho, ho: Christmas romance writing prompts