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16 Dystopian Writing Prompts

Below are 16 writing prompts for dystopian story ideas. Surprisingly, this is the first post I’ve done specifically for dystopian writing. Dystopian Government Control In a dystopian future United States, where the government controls every aspect of life, a group of rebels fight to overthrow the oppressive regime and bring freedom back to the people. […]Continue Reading
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40 New Science Fiction Writing Prompts

These are 40 science fiction ideas that have to do with nuclear war, life in underground civilizations, life in underwater civilizations, zombies, eternal life, or ghost hunting. Pretty random combination, but I think this is a great list of prompts that you’re welcome to use to kick off your next writing project. A group of […]Continue Reading
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30 Potential Science Fiction Weapons For Your Next Sci-fi Story

Laser guns: energy weapons that use concentrated beams of light to cause damage. Plasma rifles: energy weapons that use superheated plasma to cause damage. Ion cannons: energy weapons that use ionized particles to disrupt and damage electronic systems. Plasma cannons: heavy energy weapons that use superheated plasma to cause devastating damage. Railguns: kinetic weapons that […]Continue Reading
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75 New Science Fiction Writing Prompts to Help Jumpstart Your Writing

These are 75 new science fiction writing prompts to help you get started on your next story. These are mostly broad story topics that you should be able to expand on or put a spin on to make your own great stories. Would love to know what you think about this list of science fiction […]Continue Reading
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Writing Fantasy & Science Fiction: How to Create Out-of-This-World Novels and Short Stories

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Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror: Speculative Genre Exercises from Today's Best Writers and Teachers (Now Write! Series)

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Characters & Viewpoint (Elements of Fiction Writing)

On Writing and Worldbuilding - Volume I

The Genre Writer's Book of Writing Prompts & Story Ideas: 540 Creative Writing Prompts in the Genres of Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery & Thriller, Horror & Supernatural, and Memoir

Writing Science in Plain English (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing)

101 Story Starters for Teens: Creative Writing Prompts to Kick Your Imagination into High Gear (Story Starters for Kids)

The Secrets to Creating Character Arcs: A Fiction Writer's Guide to Masterful Character Creation

Writing Tools (10th Anniversary Edition): 55 Essential Strategies for Every Writer

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The Secrets to Creating Character Arcs: A Fiction Writer's Guide to Masterful Character Creation

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      I started this blog as a brainstorming exercise to see how many different unique science fiction ideas I can come up with. It's just a way to exercise the creative side of my brain a little everyday. I spend about 10 minutes on each idea. They are not meant to be complete stories with beginnings and endings. Would love to hear feedback on any of my ideas!