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200+ Writing Prompts to Inspire You

Whether you’re a debut author, a seasoned novelist, or simply looking to flex your creative muscles, writing prompts are an excellent way to maintain a regular writing routine.

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Cupid offers to shoot an arrow into the person you love. He warns you that if the person already has a pre-existing affection towards you, it will disappear when the arrow strikes.

Romance

You meet your doppleganger of the opposite sex and find you are strangely attracted to each other.

Romance

Write a romantic comedy. Difficulty: both lovers are emotionally mature and have excellent communication skills.

Romance

In the future, romantic attraction is literal: each person is fitted with an electromagnetic bracelet which, they claim, will pull you to your soulmate. It's the day they turn the magnets on, and you're waiting.

Romance

You're a serial killer who murders anyone you see hitchhiking up your mountain. One day, you pick up a hitchhiker who kills anyone who picks them up.

Mystery

You are legally allowed to commit murder once, but you must fill out the proper paperwork and your proposed victim will be notified of your intentions.

Mystery

You hire two private investigators to investigate each other. One month later both come to you to present their findings.

Mystery