Narrative November Creative Writing Challenge
Dive into the world of storytelling! Write 500 – 1,000 words daily in November in any genre you love. Use the time to write chapters of a new book or simply get creative and craft your best responses to writing prompts we’ll post each day on social media and on the website.
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Concept: Creative fiction writing challenge
Duration: The entire month of November.
Goal: Write 500 – 1000+ words every day. This can be a chapter in a book, or a short fiction piece based on daily prompts.
Theme: Open to all genres and styles to encourage creativity.
Engage with us daily by sharing your stories or word counts, reading others’ work, providing feedback or, just commenting on your progress on any one of our social media sites:
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Daily Writing Prompt Schedule
Week 1: Mystery and Suspense
Day 1: Write a story that begins with a mysterious letter.
Day 2: Create a tale set in a world where dreams can be traded.
Day 3: Write about a character who discovers a hidden talent.
Day 4: Craft a story involving a time-traveling historian.
Day 5: Describe a day in the life of an immortal being.
Day 6: Write a story that takes place entirely in a single room.
Day 7: Imagine a world where music has magical powers.
Week 2: Fantasy and Science Fiction
Day 1: Your character discovers a hidden portal in their backyard that leads to a parallel universe. Describe what they find on the other side and how it changes their life.
Day 2: In a future where everyone has an AI companion, your character’s AI starts exhibiting strange, human-like behaviors. What happens next?
Day 3: A young archaeologist uncovers an ancient map leading to a forgotten kingdom. What secrets and dangers await them on their journey?
Day 4: A time traveler accidentally alters a significant historical event. How do they deal with the consequences, and can they fix their mistakes?
Day 5: Your character stumbles upon a powerful magical artifact that grants them extraordinary abilities. How do they use this newfound power, and what challenges do they face?
Day 6: During a routine space mission, your character encounters an alien species with a unique culture and technology. How do they communicate and what impact does this meeting have?
Day 7: A dense forest on the edge of town is rumored to be cursed. When your character ventures inside, they discover the truth behind the legends.
Week 3: Romance and Relationships
Day 1: Two former lovers unexpectedly meet at a mutual friend’s wedding. How do they navigate their unresolved feelings?
Day 2: Your character starts receiving anonymous love letters. Who is sending them, and how does your character respond?
Day 3: Write about a romance between two people from rival families or groups. How do they keep their relationship a secret, and what challenges do they face?
Day 4: Two characters are in a long-distance relationship. Describe their struggles and the creative ways they stay connected.
Day 5: Your character finds themselves in a love triangle. How do they handle their feelings for both people, and what decision do they ultimately make?
Day 6: A couple who broke up years ago gets a second chance at love. What has changed, and how do they rebuild their relationship?
Day 7: One character plans an elaborate proposal, but things don’t go as expected. How do they handle the surprises and mishaps?
Week 4: Crime and Fiction
Day 1: A detective reopens a cold case from 20 years ago when new evidence surfaces. What secrets are uncovered, and how does it affect those involved?
Day 2: A group of thieves plans an elaborate heist to steal a priceless artifact. Describe the planning, execution, and unexpected twists during the heist.
Day 3: An undercover cop infiltrates a dangerous criminal organization. What challenges do they face, and how do they maintain their cover?
Day 4: A serial killer leaves cryptic clues at each crime scene. Can the detective decipher the clues in time to prevent the next murder?
Day 5: A character is falsely accused of a crime they didn’t commit. How do they prove their innocence and uncover the real culprit?
Day 6: A politician is being blackmailed with incriminating evidence. How do they navigate the situation, and what lengths will they go to protect their secrets?
Day 7: A person mysteriously disappears, leaving behind only a few cryptic clues. What happened to them, and who is responsible?
Win big with author recognition and a grand prize for the most engaging story! The event begins on October 31st, at midnight your time. Finish by November 30th, midnight.
Get writing!!
