Writing is a way of self-expression, catharsis (emotional cleansing), exploration, creativity, and a way to connect many to one piece of writing through emotion. Creative writing at Blackman High School is a course taught by Mrs. Nadeau and Mr. Mullane. The elective provides useful skills, including cooperation, eloquent and vivid vocabulary, and growth in imagination and writing strengths. Here are a few creative writing prompts and bonus tips. 
 
Romance Prompts 
Write about a lady in 19th-century London’s social season in search of a suitor. 
Two old friends reunite, and sparks begin to fly. 
Write a letter from the perspective of a lover whose loved one is far away in distant lands. 
Write a scene about a cute meetup in an unusual way. 
Choose a ‘ship ‘ couple you prefer and write a story about their relationship. 
 
Fantasy Prompts 
Retell a mythic tale using the elements of fantasy writing (elements of fantasy writing: magic, adventure, struggle for mastery, subgenre, setting, and worldbuilding). 
Your character is confronted with a supernatural creature; how do they respond to it? 
The protagonist in your story is the only one in society who can open portals to other worlds. Where do they visit first? Describe the environment vividly. Also, describe what the character feels, sees, touches, hears, and tastes. 
Create an adventure story with an unlikely friendship between enemy species of supernatural creatures (vampires and witches). 
 
Horror Prompts 
Write a story about your character as a ghost in a house that haunts the people who attempt to live inside it. 
Write a story including one of these dialogue pieces to use: “It is the silence that frightens me,” and “the nightmare has come true; it is inescapable.” 
Write a retelling or sequel to your favorite horror movie. 
Your character has taken a night shift at the cemetery for work on Halloween. Everything goes smoothly and swiftly until midnight strikes, and the cemetery becomes alive. 
 
Poetry Prompts 
Write a poem based on the style of your favorite poem or poet. 
Write a poem about what falling in love feels like. 
Create a poem about a deep, passionate emotion you have using vivid imagery and release your emotions. 
Write a poem dedicated to someone you love. 
Write about the feeling of a season. 
 
 
Tips for Creative Writing 
Slow down in your writing. Take a while to describe the atmosphere and vivid, sensory aspects. 
Every piece of dialogue has a purpose. 
Dialogue is not just for conveying information; it is also for revealing plot points, backstory, and tension. 
Sophomore Airaenulla Merce stated a tip for creative writing: “When they (the prompt) tell you to show the details and not tell, do not do it… Have a balance between both showing and telling. Be careful.” 
When writing pre-free, sit for a second and contemplate what you want to write about. 
Another dialogue tip from Mrs. Nadeau: “Do not be afraid to find inspiration for dialogue from your reality. To find inspiration, discover it in mundane, everyday conversations.” 
 
 
 
reative writing is a special art form filled with passion, self-expression, and the freedom to let thoughts run unrestricted. Grow your writing skills and style! Embrace your inner writer and have fun creating fantastic stories with these prompts.