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Cinderella – the automaton who would be a girl

In this reimagining of Cinderella that you are going to write, Cinderella is a clockwork automaton left to her maker’s wife and stepdaughters after he passed away. This…

All of time and space needs you to save it

When an inventor rips a hole in the fabric of time and space, the last surviving member of The Society of Time Keepers sets out on a steam-powered…

You were just minding your own business when a steam-powered dirigible lands next to you

You were just minding your own business when a steam-powered dirigible lands next to you. An eccentric gentleman climbs out of the cockpit and demands to know what…

Cinderella and the Clockwork Owls

In this Cinderella story, you are about to write, her father was an inventor and her only friends are sentient clockwork creatures. There is no fairy (so to…

While you waited for your train to work, a steam engine pulled up at the platform.

The driver leaned out of the engine cab and called your name. “Quick, get in,” he said. “I’ll explain when we are underway.” As soon as he had…

Your characters are kidnapped in a case of mistaken identity

Try this writing dare: Have your characters kidnapped in a shocking case of mistaken identity. Extra conceptual points if these events help bring them closer to the resolution…

Our NaNoWriMo Writing Dares Collection

For a few years now, The Muse has shared a growing collection of wild writing dares during NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) these are wild and weird things…

Journaling: What am I grateful for?

List five things that you are grateful for. Consider writing a few words about why you are grateful. Also on: websitebrid.gy

10 evergreen journaling prompts

1. What has brought me joy lately? Counting your blessings – aka reflecting on the good things – can help combat the few negatives to drown out many…

Journaling: What am I looking forward to?

In this first entry for our new journalling prompts section, we suggest you reflect on what you are looking forward to – both soon and much further down…

Hello #Mastodon (and others using #ActivityPub)

The Muse of Last Resort can now be followed (and commented on) right where you are. Our ActivityPub blog profile is: https://muse.authorbuzz.co.uk/@muse.authorbuzz.co.uk You can also follow specific promoters….

You are living in a simulation. Today you found the book of cheat codes.

Only you know that the alien invasion has already begun

Only you know that the alien invasion has already begun. What do you do now?

The model who woke up as a bricklayer

When you went to bed you were a well-paid fashion model. When you woke up you are shocked to discover you are some bloke who lays bricks for…

Your weird ice cream secret

You have a weird secret. Every time that you eat ice cream your face, body, hair, and identity changes entirely. The only consents are your eyes – your…

Seeing the near future

After the accident, you noticed that you could sometimes see a few seconds into the future.

My Family: An image collection prompt

Tell us the story that links these images

My babysitter is an assassin

Alex is twelve and he’s pretty sure the babysitter is an underworld assassin. Alex has one question: Should he tell the babysitter about the bully?

A door to another world

After your parents’ tragic accident, you inherit their old apartment in a run-down building in the heart of the city. While renovating, you stumble upon a hidden door…

You are the ghost whisperer

You’ve always had a special connection with the supernatural world, able to communicate with spirits. One day, you encounter a restless ghost who is desperate to pass on…

Betrayed while exploring an uncharted alien planet

Exploring an uncharted alien planet, you discover an ancient civilization and a powerful relic. Betrayed by your ally, who steals the relic, you must survive the planet’s dangers,…

Your magical (birthday) gift

On your 21st birthday, you receive a mysterious package from an unknown sender that contains a necklace with a unique symbol. When you put it on, you suddenly…

Unlocking the Power of Inspiring and Mind-Blowing Writing Prompts

Welcome, dear writers and creative souls, to The Muse of Last Resort! Today, we delve into the enchanting realm of crafting writing prompts that will ignite your imagination,…

You inherit a quirky little spaceship…

You inherit a quirky little spaceship from your eccentric grandfather and, while fixing it up, you discover a message from an unknown sender. Intrigued, you embark on a…