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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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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

Writing prompts for romance stories set in spring

Spring is a season of blooming flowers and blossoming romance. These writing prompts for romance stories are all themed around the spring season. Many romance stories use spring motifs, especially when it comes to flowers, so why not take inspiration from that? You could start your story in spring, set it entirely in spring, or have spring as the backdrop to falling in love. 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. Writing prompts for a spring romance You can take… Read More »Writing prompts for romance stories set in spring

Gay romance writing prompts for your next novel

The romance genre is overflowing with stories, but gay romance is still just taking off. If you need ideas for short fiction or a novel, these gay romance writing prompts are for you. I’ve kept all but two prompts gender-neutral, but any prompt could be changed to be for a particular couple. You could use them for MM romance, sapphic fiction, or include non-binary characters as part of your gay romance cast. 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… Read More »Gay romance writing prompts for your next novel

Horror writing prompts

Are you looking for inspiration for your next horror story? These horror writing prompts are guaranteed to get your heart racing and your imagination brewing up a storm. As a genre, horror can encompass so much: fantastical elements, scientific monstrosities, psychological thrills, monstrous humans, and more. Ghosts, vampires, serial killers, stalkers, and all kinds of villains lurk in the shadows. Whether you’re looking for horror story writing prompts or scary writing prompts to challenge your friends with, you’ll find 22 horror prompts and some horrific character ideas below. Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my writing prompts is… Read More »Horror writing prompts

NaNoWriMo creative writing prompts: ideas to energise your inspiration

Do you need some ideas for your NaNoWriMo project? Whether you’ve already got an idea and want some extra ideas, or you want to prepare for writing exercises to warm-up each day, these NaNoWriMo creative writing prompts can help you this November. Each November, National Novel Writing Month takes place with thousands of writers striving to write 50,000 words. For some people, this is to make headway or start on a novel manuscript, but for others they try to write multiple stories. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially if this is your first introduction to NaNoWriMo. Writing prompts can help… Read More »NaNoWriMo creative writing prompts: ideas to energise your inspiration

LGBTQ+ writing prompts for every genre

LGBTQ+ fiction has had a massive boom over the years. MLM, WLW, sapphic fiction, gay romance, reverse harem and polyamory… It’s a good time to be queer. But we could always do with more, so I’ve created a list of LGBTQ+ writing prompts to facilitate the creation of more. A lot of LGBTQ+ fiction comes under the genre of romance or erotica, but more and more we’re beginning to see representation throughout any and all genres. Whether you’re more into fantasy, horror, crime, romance, or anything else, there’s always a place for LGBTQ+ characters and themes. The prompts I’ve compiled… Read More »LGBTQ+ writing prompts for every genre

Romance writing prompts for short fiction

Romance fiction is always craved, whether for an easy read or to delve into fantasies that just aren’t possible. There are millions of romance fans out there, always looking for something new to read. Excite and intrigue your readers with these romance writing prompts. Writing prompts are great for submitting to writing competitions and magazines, of which many ask for cosy romances. Romance short fiction is also massively popular, with short stories, novelettes, novellas, and anthologies published by prolific writers. Explore something new with the writing prompts I’ve compiled below. Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my writing… Read More »Romance writing prompts for short fiction

Fantasy writing prompts

Struggling to write? Take a step into my virtual prompt shelter and find all kinds of fantasy writing prompts here. Fantasy is one of the furthest-reaching genres out there, with all kinds of sub-genres to explore. Whether you prefer to incorporate magic into a modern world, worldbuild an endless continent of your own, or go even bigger and better, there’s lots to explore in this genre. Find some prompts below to get your creativity flowing. 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… Read More »Fantasy writing prompts

Halloween short story prompts

Spooky season has begun! It’s time to get in the mood by writing something Halloween-themed. Whether you’re working on flash fiction, a short story, a novella, or something a bit longer or different. Try out some of these Halloween short story prompts have been listed below. Any acknowledgement or credit for using any of my short story prompts is appreciated. 22 Halloween short story prompts You can take just one prompt or combine any of the following for one story! Every prompt is entirely up to your interpretation. You’ll find prompts for characters, words, settings, tropes, plotlines, and something sensory… Read More »Halloween short story prompts