Writing Prompts

Sheet 103

Writing 1

  • What makes a good breakfast?
  • Write about about friends and friendship.
  • What's new from your last couple weeks? What has your attention?

Writing 2

  • Write about a dream or desire that is not yet fulfilled.
  • Politics. Power.
  • Write a letter to something unusual—such as to a backpack, a bucket of ice, or an old bicycle. Or anything.

Writing 3

  • What movie should everyone see? What book should everyone read? Share why.
  • Write a story that starts with: "I had no idea…"
  • Addictions. Habits. Compulsions. Write about these or anything related.

Writing 4

  • Write a piece that begins with "Home is…" or "Homelessness is…"
  • Write about being an outsider. Or being an insider.
  • Write about double meanings, hidden messages, or backhanded compliments.