Weekly Prompts
Challenge your creativity with our weekly writing prompts. Each prompt is designed to spark inspiration, develop your skills, and connect you with fellow writers in our community.
This Week's Challenge
Join our community in exploring this week's creative prompt
The Last Letter
Write a story that begins with 'I found the letter in the old desk drawer...' and explore themes of discovery, secrets, and unexpected revelations.
The Prompt
A character discovers a letter that changes everything they thought they knew about their family. The letter reveals a secret that has been hidden for decades. How does this discovery affect their relationships and their understanding of their own identity?
Writing Tips
- 1Focus on the emotional impact of the discovery
- 2Use sensory details to bring the scene to life
- 3Consider how the past influences the present
Community Stats
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Previous Challenges
Explore our archive of creative prompts and see how the community responded
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Write a journal entry from the perspective of someone who has traveled to a specific moment in your personal history.
Write a scene where two characters have an entire conversation without speaking a single word.
Write about a family recipe that carries more than just ingredients - it carries stories, traditions, and memories.
Write a story about discovering a door in your home that you've never seen before, and what happens when you open it.
How It Works
Everything you need to know about participating in our weekly prompts
Write
Every Monday, we release a new creative prompt. Take your time to craft your response, whether it's a short story, poem, or creative nonfiction piece.
Share
Submit your work by Sunday evening. Share your piece with the community and receive constructive feedback from fellow writers.
Grow
Learn from feedback, discover new writing techniques, and build your creative confidence through regular practice and community support.
Submission Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to make the most of our weekly prompt challenges
Writing Guidelines
Word Count
Aim for 500-1500 words for prose, or 1-3 pages for poetry. Quality over quantity!
Deadlines
Submit your work by Sunday at 11:59 PM. Late submissions are welcome but won't be featured.
Format
Use standard formatting: 12pt font, double-spaced for prose, single-spaced for poetry.
Community Guidelines
Be Supportive
Offer constructive, encouraging feedback. Remember, everyone is at different stages in their writing journey.
Engage Respectfully
Read and comment on at least two other submissions each week. Build connections with fellow writers.
Stay Creative
Interpret prompts in your own unique way. There are no wrong answers in creative writing!
Ready to Start Writing?
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