College Students Writing Prompts

Write a story or poem inspired by this abandoned place.

'The Lake'. Write a crime, mystery, or horror story about what happened at this location.

Walking through the forest, your characters come to this entranceway. Continue the story...

You slide the bag across the table, the hooded figure opposite you peers inside. "Where the hell did you find this?!"

Continue this dialogue.

Write a poem in a different genre to your usual comfort zone.

This poem can be in any style and with any theme, but try to write in a genre that you wouldn't normally try.

“I’ve never met anyone like you before!”

“You should be grateful for that.”

Write a story that contains this section of dialogue. Think about who your characters are, and the nature of this exchange.