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Fantasy Words: An Extensive List of 450+ Words for Fantasy Writers

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The genre of fantasy can be a difficult genre to write without the correct terms and terminology to bring your musings to life. Fantasy words are a vital component of any fictional text that deals with fantasy elements, as how you tell your story and the language you use to do so plays a pivotal role in constructing your fictional world in the reader’s mind.

Today we’ve compiled this article to help you discover new fantasy words, as well as discuss synonyms for fantasy and related words. The purpose is to help you expand your vocabulary for your fantasy writing projects.

Without further ado, let’s begin with;

The definition of fantasy

As we’ve explored on both our fantasy flash fiction section and our fantasy short story section, at Lore Publication we define fantasy as:

  • the involvement of imagination and the imaginary
  • the involvement of extravagant or unrestrained creative imagination
  • emphasis on ideas grounded in the unreal or impossible
  • fiction that involves themes within any time period featuring myths , magical or extraordinarily powered creatures and people , or fantastical ideas or events that defy current scientific theory or understanding.

We used both the dictionary.com and the Cambridge Dictionary definitions to reach a consensus for what we mean by fantasy.

Before we move on to synonymising the word fantasy in context to the literary genre of ‘fantasy’ it’ll be useful to keep in mind that the cross-genres and sub-genres related to fantasy will each provide a unique set of fantasy words; all relating to the genre’s own unique tropes, differences, and characteristics.

We’ll pen another blog that will cover the different sub-genres and cross-genres, but for now, we’ll focus on just the words and wording aspect.

Synonyms for fantasy

There are various synonyms that you can use when replacing the word fantasy, and each synonym might carry a different connotative meaning.

Some popular synonyms to take note of are:

  • Imagination; a literal synonym that is useful for describing the process of fantasy creation and the processes used in the creation of any kind of fantasy.
  • Reverie; this synonym is related more to the act of using the imagination to create a fantasy in one’s own mind. Like day dreaming.
  • Fantasia; a great synonym that relates to musical fantasy or the improvisation of musical melodies using the imagination. Usually, a fantasia is a mix of various musical influences to create something familiar but new.
  • Illusion; this is more of an indirect synonym that relates to perception or sensory trickery. A ‘fantasy of the imagination’ could easily be described as an illusion, just as the trickery of perception. This synonym is useful if you want fantasy to carry a more surreal and perhaps negative connotation.
  • Unrealism; this synonym is useful for those who want to describe a concept that is otherworldly, even within the confines of the fantasy world setting. Unrealism can reference that which is ‘unreal’ or ‘surreal’ in comparison to the defined rule set of a fantasy setting and story.
  • Unreality; this is a great synonym for the same reason ‘unrealism’ is a good synonym. However, this can be used to describe aspects or concepts that don’t coincide with your world’s version of reality. An unreality is a fantastic way to describe a reality that is other within the confines of your world’s setting.

Now, this is by no means an exhaustive list but I think the above words offer a distinct and useful twist on the word fantasy. The differing connotations allow you to flesh out your fantasy world in greater detail, using more accurate language for what it is you want to describe.

Other notable synonyms to consider could be; make-believe, fabrication, dream, delusion, and mirage. These words are all related in some way to one of the words in the bullet point list above, with similar connotations or intents (which is why they aren’t expanded upon).

For instance, ‘delusion’ is a synonym of illusion that gives a more negative and less logical connotation but – in essence – provides a similar context and perspective for the reader.

Moving on from fantasy synonyms, we can explore words related to the genre of fantasy fiction and more specifically particular sub-genres of fantasy.

List of fantasy words

Before we get onto fantasy words, it is important to consider some suffixes that can help you create new words, such as:

These can be used to create variations of words to help you build up fantasy-like vocabulary for your own fantasy world. For example, a Necromancer is a kind of wizard that uses death magic. The suffix ‘urgy’ could be used to make the word ‘Necrourgy’ – making new compound words related to your fantasy world is all part of the fun!

Below are some interesting words to consider for fantasy that is related to magic, be it low fantasy, high fantasy, contemporary fantasy or some other sub-genre:

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  • Brightsteel
  • Chronomancer
  • Chronosmith
  • Conjuration
  • Charmcaster
  • Crimsonmage
  • Crownsguard
  • Dungeonmaster
  • Demonslayer
  • Dawnbreaker
  • Dreamweaver
  • Dreadnought
  • Dragonheart
  • Eldritch 
  • Enchantment
  • Embermancer
  • Ethermancer
  • Flamecaller
  • Frostmancer
  • Frostcaller
  • Flameforged
  • Frostshaper
  • Gravewalker
  • Glypthforge
  • Guardianship
  • Glypthweaver
  • Hexalmancer
  • Hinterlands
  • Hydromancer
  • Hypnomancer
  • Hallowsteel
  • Heavenstone
  • Incorporeal
  • Jestercraft
  • Journeycraft
  • Lithomancer
  • Lithoscribe
  • Monument  
  • Necromancer
  • Necralsmith
  • Necralmancy
  • Necralmancer
  • Necralology
  • Netherworld
  • Nethermancer
  • Nethermancy
  • Nightwalker
  • Nyctophilia
  • Omnipresent
  • Penumbramancy
  • Penumbramancer
  • Quicksilver
  • Realmwalker
  • Shadowsmith
  • Scrollsmith
  • Shard smith
  • Swordmaiden
  • Thaumaturgy
  • Thaumaturge
  • Thundermage
  • Thundermancy
  • Thundermancer
  • Thaumicology
  • Tincturesmith
  • Umbralmancer
  • Ultraessence
  • Velocimancer
  • Velocimancy
  • Xanthimancer
  • Yoreologist
  • Yonderrealm

We’ve tried to compile a comprehensive list, we hope this helps! Got a word you want added? Be sure to reach out to us and we’ll take a look at your words.

Don’t forget to download this blog via our free PDF to keep the list to hand offline. It is downloadable via a google drive link .

Before you go, why not check out;

Lore’s fantasy story selection

On Lore we don’t just provide great resources for writers, we also provide free stories to readers (as well as a place for writers to share their work). We want writers to find their new audience and readers to have access to free, high-quality stories at no cost.

It is one of the founding principles of Lore, and we’ll always have a catalogue of free fiction for people to enjoy.

Check out our fantasy short stories and fantasy flash fiction , have a read, get inspired, and get writing. Or, if you are a reader, enjoy the stories and check back soon for more. We also have great blog posts to help you get writing such as our 6 creative writing ideas that’ll help fuel your imagination and 25 creative writing prompts for adults .

Have a submission? Check out our submission guidelines !

FAQS About Fantasy Words

What is a better word for fantasy.

This will depend upon the connotation you’re looking to convey, however, delusion, fancy, illusion, imagined, and even nightmare are all close synonyms to consider.

What are some cool fantasy words?

From our extensive list, we personally like: conjure, hex, tome, enchant, geomancy, ichor, relic, and paladin. There are many, many more worth consideration.

What is the latin word for fantasy?

somnium (n), or phantasia (f)

Do you have any fantasy resources?

Yes. We have this blog available as a downloadable PDF file for you to keep. You can access the file via this google drive link .

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500 Best Fantasy Words: Mega List of Fantasy Vocabulary

Fantasy writing has long captivated readers with their unique blend of imaginative settings, characters, and languages.

The genre’s lexicon is particularly rich.

This guide explores the 500 best fantasy words, categorized for ease of understanding and use. Whether you’re a writer crafting your own fantasy world or a fan seeking to expand your genre vocabulary, this list is an indispensable resource.

1. Magical Creatures and Beings

Mystical fantasy scene with 'FANTASY WORDS', castle, dragons, and sky.

The realm of fantasy is teeming with various creatures and beings, each more fascinating than the last.

These entities range from the benevolent to the malevolent, often possessing unique abilities or characteristics that set them apart in the fantastical tapestry. They serve as the cornerstone of many fantasy narratives, bringing to life the essence of a world beyond our own.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to magical creatures and beings:

  • Necromancer
  • Shapeshifter

2. Mystical Places and Realms

Fantasy worlds are often defined by their mystical and otherworldly locations.

These places range from hidden enclaves shrouded in mystery to grand kingdoms with ancient histories. They are realms where the impossible becomes possible, where magic suffuses every corner, and where adventures and dangers await at every turn.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to mystical places and realms:

  • Middle-Earth
  • Pandemonium

3. Enchanted Objects and Artifacts

In the world of fantasy, certain objects and artifacts possess extraordinary powers, often imbued with ancient magic or divine essence.

These items can range from weapons of great might to relics of profound wisdom.

They frequently become central to the plot, sought after by heroes and villains alike for their immense potential.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to enchanted objects and artifacts:

  • Philosopher’s Stone
  • Gjallarhorn
  • Vorpal Sword
  • Cloak of Invisibility
  • Pandora’s Box
  • Flying Carpet
  • Orb of Prophecy
  • Ring of Power
  • Scepter of Kings
  • Chalice of Eternity
  • Amulet of Truth
  • Crystal Ball
  • Book of Spells
  • Mirror of Destiny
  • Gauntlet of Strength
  • Locket of Dreams
  • Scroll of Knowledge
  • Potion of Youth
  • Dagger of Betrayal
  • Shield of Valor
  • Staff of Wizardry
  • Helmet of Insight
  • Lantern of Guidance
  • Necklace of Harmony
  • Robe of the Archmage
  • Sword of Justice
  • Tiara of Serenity
  • Vial of Elixir
  • Wand of Wonders
  • Zodiac Stone
  • Ankh of Life
  • Brazier of Fire
  • Cauldron of Rebirth
  • Diadem of Power
  • Emblem of Courage
  • Flute of Winds
  • Goblet of Immortality
  • Harp of Ages
  • Idol of Fortune
  • Jewel of Night
  • Keystone of Balance
  • Lyre of Peace
  • Mask of Shadows
  • Needle of Fate
  • Opal of the Sea
  • Prism of Light

4. Magical Spells and Incantations

Magic in fantasy often manifests through spells and incantations, each with unique effects and requirements.

These words of power can summon elements, alter reality, heal, or curse.

They embody the linguistic essence of magic, often requiring precise pronunciation and deep understanding.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to magical spells and incantations:

  • Abracadabra
  • Bippity Boppity Boo
  • Expelliarmus
  • Wingardium Leviosa
  • Avada Kedavra
  • Petrificus Totalus
  • Sectumsempra
  • Tarantallegra
  • Finite Incantatem
  • Homenum Revelio
  • Mobilicorpus
  • Colloportus
  • Locomotor Mortis

5. Exotic Plants and Herbs

The fantasy genre often features a rich array of exotic plants and herbs, each with unique properties and uses.

These botanical wonders range from healing herbs to poisonous blooms, often integral to potion-making or ancient rituals.

They add a layer of mystique and practicality to the fantasy landscape.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to exotic plants and herbs:

  • Devil’s Snare
  • Whomping Willow
  • Ghost Orchid
  • Hyacinth Nectar
  • Juniper Moss
  • Lotus Bloom
  • Nettle Leaf
  • Phoenix Feather Fern
  • Quicksilver Lichen
  • Unicorn Horn Grass
  • Viper’s Bugloss
  • Witch Hazel
  • Zephyr Flower
  • Cinderbloom
  • Dragon’s Breath
  • Elixir Plant
  • Frost Lotus
  • Lavender Mist
  • Opium Poppy
  • Peony Petals
  • Raven’s Feather

6. Ancient Runes and Symbols

Runes and symbols in fantasy often carry significant power and mystery.

They can be used for divination, protection, or to unlock ancient secrets. These arcane markings are not just decorative but are imbued with magical properties, understood only by the learned or the gifted.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to ancient runes and symbols:

  • Elder Futhark
  • Sigil of Binding
  • Glyph of Warding
  • Eye of Horus
  • Knot of Infinity
  • Nautilus Shell
  • Phoenix Symbol
  • Rod of Asclepius

7. Mystical Creatures’ Abilities

Fantasy creatures are often endowed with unique abilities that set them apart.

These abilities can range from elemental control to shapeshifting, telepathy to time manipulation. They add depth to the creatures’ lore and serve as crucial elements in storytelling.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to mystical creatures’ abilities:

  • Shapeshifting
  • Invisibility
  • Fire Breathing
  • Ice Generation
  • Healing Powers
  • Super Strength
  • Telekinesis
  • Time Manipulation
  • Weather Control
  • Illusion Casting
  • Psychic Shield
  • Water Walking
  • Plant Growth
  • Animal Speaking
  • Petrification Gaze
  • Size Alteration
  • Elemental Summoning
  • Dreamwalking
  • Gravity Control
  • Phase Shifting
  • Light Manipulation
  • Portal Creation
  • Energy Absorption
  • Sonic Scream
  • Clairvoyance
  • Poison Generation
  • Memory Manipulation
  • Spirit Binding
  • Invulnerability
  • Shadow Melding
  • Regeneration
  • Life Force Drain
  • Curse Casting
  • Magic Nullification
  • Dimensional Travel
  • Aura Reading
  • Soul Capturing
  • Astral Projection
  • Mind Control
  • Force Field Creation
  • Heat Vision
  • Lunar Empowerment
  • Nature Manipulation
  • Omnilingualism

8. Legendary Heroes and Villains

Heroes and villains are pivotal characters in fantasy, often embodying archetypes of good and evil.

These legendary figures, with their distinctive traits and backgrounds, drive the narratives of many fantastical tales.

They can be mighty warriors, cunning wizards, or noble leaders.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to legendary heroes and villains:

  • Harry Potter
  • Hermione Granger
  • Ron Weasley
  • Albus Dumbledore
  • Severus Snape
  • Daenerys Targaryen
  • Tyrion Lannister
  • Cersei Lannister
  • Sherlock Holmes
  • Van Helsing
  • Wonder Woman
  • Captain America
  • Darth Vader
  • Luke Skywalker
  • Leia Organa
  • Anakin Skywalker
  • Agent Smith
  • Jack Sparrow

9. Enigmatic Prophecies and Omens

Prophecies and omens play a significant role in fantasy, often setting the stage for epic quests or cataclysmic events.

These cryptic messages can be delivered through various means, such as dreams, visions, or ancient texts.

They add a layer of mystery and destiny to the narrative.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to enigmatic prophecies and omens:

  • The Chosen One
  • End of Days
  • The Great Conjunction
  • The Last Battle
  • The Rising Phoenix
  • The Falling Star
  • The Dark Prophecy
  • The Lost Heir
  • The Dragon’s Return
  • The Eternal Night
  • The Broken Crown
  • The Sea’s Awakening
  • The Blood Moon
  • The Three Signs
  • The Final Key
  • The Hidden Kingdom
  • The Cursed Prince
  • The Shattered Sword
  • The Veiled Path
  • The Forbidden Spell
  • The Whispering Wind
  • The Burning Tree
  • The Silent Tower
  • The Golden Age
  • The Dying Light
  • The Twin Suns
  • The Frozen Heart
  • The Shadow Walker
  • The Blazing Comet
  • The Serpent’s Rise
  • The Iron Throne
  • The Four Horsemen
  • The Endless Winter
  • The Immortal Queen
  • The Celestial Alignment
  • The Dark Lord’s Fall
  • The Firebird’s Song
  • The Warrior’s Oath
  • The Sacred Stones
  • The Age of Heroes
  • The Demon’s Curse
  • The Angel’s Descent
  • The World Tree
  • The Timeless Child
  • The Fateful Encounter
  • The Lost Prophecy
  • The Eternal King
  • The Mystic Portal
  • The Four Elements
  • The Crystal of Power

10. Forbidden and Dark Magic

Forbidden and dark magic in fantasy often represents the morally grey or outright evil aspects of magical power.

These practices are typically shunned by mainstream society and are associated with grave dangers and corrupting influences.

They include necromancy, dark enchantments, and curses.

Here are 50 examples of fantasy words related to forbidden and dark magic:

  • Blood Magic
  • Dark Enchantment
  • Soul Binding
  • Demon Summoning
  • Shadowmancy
  • Dark Ritual
  • Poisoncraft
  • Banshee’s Wail
  • Death Spell
  • Infernal Pact
  • Black Alchemy
  • Chaos Magic
  • Grim Sorcery
  • Unholy Communion
  • Wraithcalling
  • Phantom Conjuring
  • Doomcasting
  • Fell Witchcraft
  • Gloomweaving
  • Kinetic Drain
  • Lamentation
  • Malediction
  • Nightshade Hex
  • Phantom Curse
  • Quagmire Trap
  • Tenebrous Touch
  • Venomous Charm
  • Witch’s Brew
  • Yawning Abyss
  • Zephyr’s Deceit
  • Aether Poisoning
  • Blightcasting
  • Corpse Animation
  • Dread Infusion

Here is a good video about fantasy words and vocabulary:

30 Best Fantasy Phrases

Fantasy phrases and sayings add depth and authenticity to the genre, often encapsulating its themes and essence.

These phrases can be prophetic, whimsical, or imbued with ancient wisdom.

They often appear in crucial moments of a story, becoming memorable quotes that resonate with audiences.

Here are 30 of the best fantasy phrases that have captivated readers and viewers alike:

  • “May the odds be ever in your favor.”
  • “Winter is coming.”
  • “In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.”
  • “To the stars who listen—and the dreams that are answered.”
  • “You have my sword, and my bow, and my axe.”
  • “I am no man.”
  • “Not all those who wander are lost.”
  • “Speak friend and enter.”
  • “Do or do not, there is no try.”
  • “Shadows deepen, harboring unseen fears beneath their veil.”
  • “In the grand chessboard of power, triumph and demise intertwine.”
  • “Even in the deepest gloom, a flicker of joy awaits those who ignite hope’s lantern.”
  • “Some stories stay with us forever.”
  • “As you wish.”
  • “It’s dangerous to go alone! Take this.”
  • “There is some good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for.”
  • “I swear by my pretty floral bonnet, I will end you.”
  • “One does not simply walk into Mordor.”
  • “Fear cuts deeper than swords.”
  • “That’s what I do: I drink and I know things.”
  • “You shall not pass!”
  • “A Lannister always pays his debts.”
  • “There is no spoon.”
  • “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”
  • “The cake is a lie.”
  • “Heroes get remembered, but legends never die.”
  • “I find your lack of faith disturbing.”
  • “We are Groot.”
  • “Mischief managed.”
  • “After all this time? Always.”

Final Thoughts: Fantasy Words

As we close the tome on the lexicon of enchantment, let us remember that each word we’ve encountered is a portal to new realms of imagination.

May your quill never run dry, and your paths be ever illuminated by the phosphorescent glow of dragonfire.

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  • A Complete Glossary Of Terms For Fantasy Writers

If you’re going to write in the fantasy genre, read this post. You will love this complete glossary of terms for fantasy writers .

To write a good Fantasy book, you need to know all the tropes in the genre and you need to come up with a great idea. You need to know the four pillars of fantasy as well. But, you still need to include all the elements of a good book .

These elements include the following characters:

  • Protagonist
  • Love Interest
  • Friend / Sidekick

As well as a plot , a setting , and story goals for your characters.

A Note About Setting

Setting is important in the Fantasy genre. Your audience is here for your world-building. The vast majority of Fantasy readers expect a certain tone to the setting.

Fantasy is a more general topic than, say, science fiction. For example, science fiction includes Star Wars and Star Trek , but not Lord Of The Rings, but fantasy can include all three. Although, don’t let a Trekkie hear you say that after a few Romulan ales.

Fantasy can include any setting that is imagined. It can be a futuristic setting or a medieval one. It can even be almost exactly the world we live in.

Suggested reading:

  • What Fantasy (& Science Fiction) Writers Can Teach Us About Setting
  • 7 Ways To Create A Spectacular Magic System For Your Novel
  • Why Writers Should Know About Monsters Before They Write a Word

It simply has to have something fantastical about it. Like magic , or the Force or humans travelling peacefully through the stars. So long as there is an element of the unbelievable, it’s a fantasy.

However, I will be talking about the classic, medieval variety of fantasy in this post.

[Top Tip: Learn how to write fantasy with The Fantasy Workbook ]

These are all the important words and phrases you need to know to write a Fantasy book , short story, script, or game.

  • Abjuration. One of the eight schools of magic – according to Wizards of the Coast. Abjuration is concerned with protection magic. Perfect for a cowardly mage. A master of abjuration will have considered every way they can be protected. They might only have obscure weaknesses.
  • Academy. A place your main character learns how to overcome obstacles. Ideally, this should be populated my monks, wizards, cultists, or gentlemen scholars all of whom are secretly more than they first seem. Traditionally, an academy is housed in an Oxford University style town.  It is also an ideal setting for a murder mystery.
  • Ancients, Forerunners, Precursors. These are people who made the magic items that your protagonist is going to abuse. Of course, nobody can remember who they were, or exactly what happened to them, or indeed how they made their powerful magic items. Perhaps, your protagonist is descended from this race, maybe that’s why he can use the magic sword?
  • Angels. Are good and law-abiding supernatural beings that live outside the normal material plane of existence. From this we get the term Lawful Good Outsider , which is used in many games and novel settings.
  • A nother World, New World, Secret World, Isekai. Popularised by C.S. Lewis in The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe and, of course, the better book, The Magicians by Lev Grossman. This is when your protagonist, or a group of them, finds a portal to another world like the wardrobe that goes to Narnia. Lately, this genre has taken off in Japanese fiction, creating a slew of often terrible TV shows, Anime, and Light Novels like The Saga of Tanya the Evil   by Carlo Zen (Which is not terrible).
  • Artefacts. Rare and powerful objects now too difficult or impossible to make. These objects will, of course, be littered throughout your world. They are often simply left unattended on cave floors, for example. These Artefacts can give your protagonist the right to rule a kingdom, Arthur’s sword, or the power of Thor, Mjolnir – Thor’s hammer.
  • Balor, Balrog, Pit Fiend . From the fiery pits of hell to the acid swamps of the abyss, these mythological terrors are fallen angels bent on wanton distraction. They may rampage through the lands, or they may plot away for thousands of years awaiting their turn to sow the seeds of destruction in a king’s mind.
  • Barbarians. These are unrefined ruffians often found on icy steppes far north in the hinterlands. They make great enemies for your heroes to mow down. They can also be developed into a complex society. Usually, it revolves around animal worship and Conan-style blood oaths.
  • Beasts . Every good story needs a beast. And no, it can’t just be any old farm animal. Beasts are unique creatures. Such as the dire-wolves from A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin. They can and should be magical. Perhaps, your adventure is to hunt and shear, oh I don’t know, a golden sheep?
  • Books, Reading. In classic medieval settings just being able to read or write would be considered a valuable skill. Reading is unique to the upper classes of society. It gives you power over others. Written documents are treated as artefacts of value that have their own inherent power. Holding a deed gives you power over the land; being able to read a holy book makes you a holy man; reading a spell book makes you a mage. This is not the activity of the low born. It is a privilege that comes with money, power and free time.
  • Celestials . Lawful beings form the outer planes of existence. They are not always good or evil, but they are powerful, often holy, creatures with a purpose. For example “The Inevitables” from Pathfinder/DnD seek out creatures committing cosmic unlawful acts, like travelling back in time or breaking the rules of physics. They hunt them down for as long as it takes and deal with this threat in a way that best serves the forces of law. They do not care why you did what you did, just that you broke their laws. They may even bring you back from the dead simply to put you to death for your crimes.
  • Conjuration . One of the eight schools of magic . This deals with summoning. You would use this spell-family to create water from air; to teleport or to summon a demon from hell. A master of conjuration always has an infernal or celestial familiar as their magical emotional support animal.
  • Courts . In fantasy, court is where powerful people or creatures gather. This has nothing to do with courts of justice, which often do not exist in fantasy. These courts are places where political intrigue happens. Princes backstab one another for the throne. It can also be a place where magical creatures hold audiences with mortals. This would take the form of, for example, the Unseelie Court , where the evil fey make deals with humans for a price…
  • Deamons . Deamons are ghosts of pagans that live in the outer most circle of hell, according to Dante. They are not another spelling of demon.
  • Demons . Demons are chaotic beings that live in the outer plains. They are evil . Unlike devils, demons love to lie and may break any promise they make. In many settings, devils and demons fight an eternal war for the souls of the damned. Famously, the succubus, or the male equivalent, the incubus, are demons that kill lustful humans.

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  • Divination . One of the eight schools of magic . Crystal balls and tarot cards are the symbols of this school. It deals with seeing things far off or in the future. The seeing stones from The Lord of the Rings  are a good example of this magic. A master of this school of magic should never be caught off guard.
  • Djinn, Genies . Beings of magical fire and the first inhabitants of the earth. The gods drove them back to make room for humans and the Djinn have never forgiven humans for this injustice. These are often evil creatures of smoke and fire who need to be contained in a magical object to be controlled. Sometimes, they will grant wishes to mortals, but they do their best to twist the mortal’s words so that the result of the wish is not what was intended.
  • Doppelgangers . Creatures that are horrific to look upon in their natural form. They have the unique ability to perfectly copy the form of any humanoid creature. They can even copy their thoughts and mannerisms so long as the creature is still alive. These monsters often work as assassins or spies. Sometimes, they simply take over a wealthy organisation or even a kingdom without anyone noticing. Tip: Use this creature to replace one of your protagonist’s friends. Perhaps, slowly give out hints that something is wrong over time until the creature is revealed.
  • Dragons. The most over-used and best monster in fantasy. Dragons are not really a monster. They are more intelligent than humans, they live for thousands of years, and have immense magical and physical power. They can be good or evil. They may pretend to be a human with magic; live a whole life; have a wife and children; see them grow old and die then move on to the next chapter of their life. They are scaled creatures with wings and four limbs and a tail. Their fore limbs have clawed hands. They can speak. If they cannot speak and have no hands, they are drakes not dragons, or possibly pseudo-dragons which are just animals. For example Game of Thrones has drakes while Dragon Heart has a real dragon. It can be argued that dragons don’t need wings to be called dragons. Asian dragons don’t have wings and are long and thin. While Tolkien wrote about a great Wurm (Elder Dragon) called Glaurung that could not fly but had all the other attributes you would expect from a dragon. Personally, I believe intelligence and the ability to talk to others makes a scaly monster into a dragon. Dragons can often breathe flame, acid, or cold from their mouths. In games like Dungeons and Dragons they come is a variety of colours and metallic tints.
  • Dreams . In fantasy, dreams about the future often come as a warning from the gods. And so they are taken more seriously in these worlds. It is a mistake for the average person of these worlds to ridicule such people when they know such foresight could save or damn them. Soothsayers and profits have great currency in such settings.
  • Druid . The mages of the forest. Druids are not harmless old men like Getafix from Asterix . They are eco-terrorists and the bane of civilisation. They strongly, and destructively, believe the natural order of the world comes before all else. Therefore, they will take every opportunity to undo the hard work of civilised people. They might revert a field of wheat to weeds, or destroy a dam blocking a river, with no concern for the lives of the people they are dooming. These evil beings also consort with dangerous spirits called the fey. These fairies delight in tricking humans and often have a dark and violent sense of humour.
  • Dungeons . Most people think a dungeon is a place deep within a castle where prisoners are kept and perhaps tortured. This is true. However, in a fantasy setting, dungeons have a much broader meaning. Dungeons in some settings are vast usually underground habitats. They may be controlled by one or more factions or they may be wild lands that thousands of monsters call their home. Popularised in the game Dungeons and Dragons this concept has been adopted by all major forms of adventuring media. You are now just as likely to come across an endless dungeon in a high concept novel as you are in a mindless online game. Consider the nature of your dungeons before making them. They should make sense according to the rules of your world.
  • Dwarves . Stout and stumpy; fearless and friendly dwarves are a staple of mythologies and fantasy. They generally come in two varieties. The noble but grumpy folk from popular fiction that can be counted on to do the right thing. Or, the deranged Dark Dwarves who want nothing more than to bring chaos to the world. The latter are called Duergar or Svartalfar (Black Elves). There are a number of tales about these creature in Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology .
  • Elves . Long lived or immortal beings, elves are thin and tall with slanted eyes and pointy ears. They are known for an affinity to magic and nature. They live in forests and beautiful cities of their own making. Tolkien’s elves were the first-born of God’s two creations, the second being humans. Elves are known for being peaceful and wise, however, like dwarves, elves have a sub-race. These are the Dark Elves. They are evil creatures of chaos who worship demons. They are everything good elves are not even to the point that light hurts their eyes and they live underground. R. A. Salvatore has written at length about these monsters in his Forgotten Realms: Drizzt  series of books.
  • Enchantment. One of the eight schools of magic . Enchantment deals with charms. Love potions and similar mind effecting spells are the domain of this school. Masters in this magic never have to wait in line to get a seat at a busy restaurant.
  • Ent, Tre-ent . Best known for not being hasty. These are living tree-like humanoids about two stories in height. They guard forests and nature. Unlike Druids, they have a more balanced view of the world, and are happy to co-exist with reasonable civilised people. They get on well with elves and other woodland creatures. They often have conflicts with dwarves and humans who cut down their trees for fuel and timber. They are not evil and in fact seem to have very little desire for any sort of violence. They are not immortal, but do not seem to die of old age, perhaps instead simply setting down roots to become a tree.
  • Evil Empire, Dark Empire, Imperium. An evil empire is ruled by a Dark Lord. They are the dictator of this nation and control every aspect of their citizens’ lives – think fantasy Stalin. The Empire is expansionist and always fighting with its neighbours. It is often more technologically minded then its “good” neighbours especially in regards to weaponry. Traditionally, your protagonist will need to create an alliance of nations to defeat this threat. The Dark Lord need not be a flaming eye on a tower or a even lord for that matter.
  • Evocation . One of the eight schools of magic . Evocation is concerned with destruction. When a wizard fires a bolt of lightning at his foe, he is calling upon this magic. A master of evocation is often arrogant, because their enemies tend to disintegrate leaving only smoking boots. Every evoker knows the spell fireball , because it is the best spell.
  • Faeries, Fey . Fey and faeries are any kind of magical creatures that live between worlds . Traditionally, they are creatures that live in places that humans have no control over like the wilderness – especially dangerous forests. However, they may be from other worlds entirely. Fey come and go according to the cycle of seasons. They make use of standing stones and stone circles to cross between our world and their own. The fey are not always evil beings, but they are always tricksters. In your fiction, your reader should never be sure if they can trust a fey creature. If you make a trustworthy faerie, you have actually made an elf.
  • Fallen Kingdom . The kingdoms of fantasy settings are in a constant state of decay. This is of course to facilitate the plot . It is difficult to have a hero save a competent, stable civilisation. It is much easier if that civilisation has a mad king that is leading his kingdom to ruin. Often, these kingdoms will be the last remnant of a great and proud empire. This allows the writer to give their characters form these fallen kingdoms airs, while still making the encroaching armies of the antagonist a real threat.
  • Freeman, Squire . The lowest form of free people in a medieval setting. This is what you are if you are reading this in 2019. A person able to go where they wish without the permission of a lord and own the land they live on. They are not nobles, aristocrats, or peasants and are not the majority of the population. These people may fall from grace and become a peasant or climb the ranks to knight or baron with luck. More likely, they are working for a local lord as a scribe, steward, or lawyer. They might be 10% of the total population. Often, they are part of a guild.
  • Gnome . Gnomes are creature that have escaped the fey world. They are smaller than a dwarf and traditionally don’t have beards. They live long lives and seek out interesting things to do. A gnome may decide to paint your house bright pink in the night out of a combination of obsession and boredom. In some settings, the only thing that ages a gnome is feeling bored.
  • Goblins, Orcs . Goblins and orcs are the grunts of the Dark Lords forces. Goblins are small clever creatures that love to build machines. They are responsible for the more destructive battlefield weapons. Orcs are large and strong, often as big as, or much bigger, than a human. Orcs are savages breed for war. The majority of their culture is harsh and glory in battle is all that that matters to them. Both goblins and orcs reproduce by raping their captives. They are usually depicted as evil beyond redemption. Although, of late, some authors have tried to show these creatures in a more favourable, or at least less horrific, light. See Goblin Slayer  by Kumo Kagyu for a typical view of goblins and Snuff  by Terry Pratchett for a more sympathetic reading of them.
  • God, a god, and gods . The cosmology of a fantasy world is complex. It has many gods. These gods all have their own domains of influence. For example, the god of the harvest, death, or nature. Often, there is a God beyond all these deities who takes care of the universe while these smaller gods are occupied with petty infighting or the affairs of mortals. The Greek gods are a good example.
  • Gold . Your world needs currency and it is always gold in fantasy. Paper money is very rare and not used by anyone who doesn’t own their own bank. The denominations of a gold coin are: one gold piece to ten silver pieces and ten copper pieces to a silver piece. This is of course subject to change from setting to setting. Common folk may simply trade, say three apples for a fish, instead of using currency. Gold is very rare and well protected.
  • Guilds . The protection rackets of the middles ages, guilds are basically all there is in terms of local government for the lower classes. They set prices of goods; teach trades; punish counterfeiters; and conduct trade – for a fee of course. A city should have a merchant’s guild, lawyer’s guild, farmer’s guild and so on. More fantastical settings may have mage’s guilds and alchemist’s guilds. They are a ubiquitous part of everyday life, but are seldom held to account for their actions unless they interfere with the nobility. They make a good setting for common intrigue. Often, the guild-masters will be the richest people in a medieval setting. See Terry Pratchett’s Discworld setting for more on guilds.
  • High Fantasy . This is the epic tale . It concerns saving the world, rescuing princesses, and defeating dark lords. The hallmarks of this genre are fights with dragons, knights, and wizards. Grand battles are fought and worlds are shattered in these sagas. The Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia are good examples of this. However, this does not mean that people in these stories will be more powerful than in other fantasy, but the story will have higher stakes. For example, Bilbo is a weak Hobbit who does grand things.
  • Hobbit/Halfling . Small rabbit-like humans. These short people live to about 140 years and make good farmers and thieves. They tend to have limited ambitions and are more easily contented than other peoples. They will never say no to food and like to sing. Allegedly, they make fine scrimshaw.
  • Illusion . One of the eight schools of magic . Illusionists summon images and sounds to confuse their enemies. They often uses these tricks to appear to be more intimidating or to distract. A master illusionist could look like anybody or even move around invisibly. They are seldom seen coming.
  • King . The commander of a nation and leader of armies. It is common for fantasy protagonists to be the last king of a long lost kingdom come back to bring order to the world. This can be seen in Arthurian mythology, where the king will always rise again when his country needs him.
  • Low Fantasy . This genre is where the smaller stories are told. It is not about saving the world but, perhaps about a detective and his half-orc partner busting druids selling faery dust to druggy gnomes. The worlds of low fantasy are seen from the gutter up not from the tower down. The focus is on character development and how these people interact with their fantastical world. There is a great deal of fun to be had in this genre, which is why it is so popular. See, Buffy the Vampire Slayer .
  • Magic . Magic cannot be explained. It is not just advanced technology. Magic is a force of will made solid. A gift from God or the very fabric of nature being bent and broken. Wizards spend their whole lives studying it, never really understanding how it works. Many, authors spend volumes explaining their magic systems, but really it’s only magic if you can’t explain it.
  • Mythril, Adamantine… There are magical metals and materials in fantasy worlds. They are harder than steel and lighter than fabric. A skilled craftsman can do anything with them. They can change shape to fit the shape of their owner. Perhaps, they are even alive and have thoughts of their own. See, Black Panther’s “ vibranium ”.
  • Necromancy . One of the eight schools of magic . Necromancy is concerned with mastery over death. A necromancer can raise the dead; grant false life to the living; or turn themselves into a lich. A master of necromancy is aiming for immortality and they will do anything to achieve this.
  • Nobles, Nobility, Clergy. The vassals of the king and church. These nobles are dukes, barons, earls, and so on. They have carved out a part of the kingdom that the king allows them to rule over so long as they pay their taxes. They are in charge of running cities and towns, and function as the ultimate authority in local affairs. They follow a strict hierarchy and are parallel in power by religious organisations that operate in a similar way, but theoretically serve a god and not a king. Nobles are in charge of a peasant’s body. The clergy is in control of their mind and soul.
  • Peasants, Serfs, Commoners. Theses are the lowest people who still have rights under the law. They must do what their lord says or be punished. However, their lord owes them a duty of protection against injury and crime. These people cannot own land.
  • Portal, Gate, Teleportation . These are the means authors have of moving their character around at speed and between worlds. For example, a gate is opened between the plane of fire and the plane of earth so that your character can escape. A wizard might teleport your characters home after the quest to save on writing the journey back.
  • Ranger . A person, often a scout, who spends the majority of their life in the wild. These are often tough people who have mastered the arts of hunting and tracking. They can be relied on in a fight and are good guides.
  • Slimes . The weakest monster. They are frequently used as a joke in fantasy fiction. They are something that is not very threatening and are often the first fight a young adventurer might have. They come in colourful varieties.
  • Sorcery . Unlike wizardry, sorcery is the magic inherent to a person. It represents how strong they are and not how much they know about magic. For example, a sorcerer may be descended from a dragon as the reason for their power.
  • Spirit, Kami. Unlike ghosts, a spirit is not dead. A river may have a spirit that can talk to your characters though some form of magic. See the Miyazaki movie Spirited Away for a fun explanation of this.
  • Superstitions . Unlike in reality, in fantasy, being superstitious is good. Magic is real in fantasy. You should be aware of what will anger the spirits and gods so that you can live in peace. Leave a saucer of milk out for the fairies so that they don’t steal your baby. It’s only logical.
  • Swords, Magic Swords, Flaming Swords. These weapons can be the mark of a king. In many settings, swords give the wielder the right to rule as well as a magical way to enforce that rule.
  • Transmutation . One of the eight schools of magic . Transmutation is the magical art of turning one thing into something else. Such as a human into a frog. A master of transmutation should not be mocked unless you believe donkey ears will improve your looks.
  • Undead, Ghosts , Vampires . Death is often not permanent in fantasy. Sometimes, people will be brought back to life. But, often they will only be brought partly back. In this case, where the creature is not quite dead but not really alive, we call them the undead. They are often controlled by necromancers or vampire lords. The most feared undead is a lich. This is a wizard who chooses to turn themselves into an undead creature to ‘live’ forever.
  • Urban Fantasy . Urban fantasy happens in the streets of the world. This is when an author tells a fantastical story that could happen in London or New York. It may be a secret world that only a few people in the city know about or it could be an entire world where it is common place to see elves sipping coffee at cafes and orc gangs fighting for turf. Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman ’s Good Omens  is an example of this.
  • Wilderness . The areas around civilisation are not tame. They are full of monsters and magic. Only the brave and well-armed venture into them.
  • Wizardry. Wizardry is the control of natural, ambient, magical forces that exist in the world. A wizard grows in power by learning more about magic and how to control it. They do not have to be inherently powerful like a sorcerer.

I hope this is helpful and informative. Why not tell us what I have left out in the comments?

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Need a good story idea quick? These fantasy writing prompts and plot ideas can be used as inspiration to write your next epic tale. You can use these story ideas and prompts for all types of creative works, whether it be a novel, screen play or other fictional short stories.

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The Magic World of Writing Fantastical, Epic Tales

I’ve always loved writing fantasy, simply because in fantasy you can leave all your worries about the real world behind. Fantasy writing is your chance to explore your imagination and discover all sorts of magical and mysterious things.

One of the biggest perks of fantasy writing is unlike realistic fiction, there needs to be no logical sequence for how things happen. You can finally use magic as a reasonable and acceptable explanation for everything.

Like all of our  writing prompts , these fantasy fiction prompts and plot ideas are varied on a number of different subjects that can fit into the fantasy genre. Many of these fiction writing prompts can be used for sub-genres of fantasy, such as paranormal romance, urban fantasy, magic realism and more.

Not a fan of the subject? Prefer to stick to medieval times? Any of these epic story ideas can be adapted easily simply by substituting the suggested character with your mythological creature of choice.

Don’t forget, if you like some aspects of a prompt you can always change it for your own needs and what interests you most. The possibilities are endless, and I know there is a book idea here waiting for you to write and publish it .

Even if you don’t have any intentions of writing a fantasy novel, there are many benefits of practicing creative writing with these fantasy writing prompts. Set a timer for 5 minutes and let your imagination run wild with one of these prompts – you never know where it may take you.

Fantasy Writing Prompts for Creative Fiction, Novels, Short Stories, Screenplays and More

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These writing prompts are open to your own interpretation and imagination. Many are purposely open-ended to give you a lot of flexibility for the way they are used. Ready? Let the writing begin!

1. The Snow Dragon: You are in the mountain forest when you come face to face with the snow dragon: an adorable, furry, and surprisingly tiny creature who breathes fire.

2. Street Signs: After a young man is killed as an innocent bystander in the cross-fires of gang violence, you notice a mysterious symbol appear on the side of a building.

3. Lilies of the Valley: As the new housekeeper for a prominent wealthy family, one of your tasks is to water all of the house plants. You are watering the lilies in the entry way when one of the plants starts talking to warn you of a dark family secret.

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4. The Coin Dealer:  You are at a Coin Show when you meet a coin dealer who specializes in collecting mythical currencies.

5. The Fairies Next Door: Being new in town, you decided to introduce yourself to the neighbors. When you knock on the door, you are greeted by a small army of fairies who take you captive.

6. Water Vs. Dirt: There are two major groups of people who live on the planet. The water people, who use water for everything, and the dirt people, who use dirt for everything. Can they learn to co-exist peacefully, or will their entire world become mud?

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7. Potions, Inc. : After centuries of a small occult family developing successful potions for love, fortune, and health, the oldest son decides to launch the family business of magic into the corporate world.

8. If Walls Could Talk:  After moving to a new town, the Smith Family thinks they found the perfect home. That is, until the walls begin to talk and they learn the house is cursed.

9. Empire of Misfits:  A secret society of misfits decides to take over the world, learning to use their greatest flaws as super powers to succeed.

10. The Invisible Castle: A group of friends decide to climb a tower near their home when they discover it leads to an invisible castle in the air that no one else knows exists.

11. Ghost  Pirates:  Legends claim a notorious pirate buried his treasure along the rocky shores of the cove. James and his girlfriend are at the beach one night when the ghost ship sails in.

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12. Photographic Travel: You stare at the man in the photo and wonder what his life might have been like. Next thing you know, you and the person in the photograph have swapped places.

13. The Benevolent Beast: On the edge of town is a giant and fierce looking beast but is actually quite friendly. When strange occurrences start happening in the town, the beast is a prime suspect. Can you protect the beast and clear its name?

14. Gilbert The Giant Goldfish: Life in the koi pond only appears to be peaceful…

15. The Magic Key: After failing in his career and marriage, Will discovers a magic key that unlocks doors that open into a new world.

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16. Island in the Clouds:  The Great War left the people of her kingdom stranded on a tethered island in the clouds…

17. Dancing Fever : As the townspeople are overcome with a feverish desire to dance, it’s up to you to find the cause and cure.

18. Paranormal Detective : He has a knack for solving mysteries with the help of a ghost who gives him clues.

19. Darkness Made Daily: The factory you work at is frequently rated “Top 10 Places to Work” across the country. Workers have wonderful health benefits, generous salaries, and plenty of paid vacation time. When your co-worker at the assembly line mysteriously vanishes, it’s up to you to uncover the evil truth of what the factory is manufacturing and put a stop to it.

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20. The Arctic Mermaid:  Living deep in the icy waters of the Northern Atlantic Ocean are the arctic mermaids, who rescue a child being held captive on a ship.

21. Ring of Storms : “It’s just one those silly mood rings…” or is it?

22. No Words: Mike makes a promise to a mysterious vagrant on the street that leaves his wife speechless.

23. The Psychic Hospital : After being involuntarily committed into the psych ward for being delusional, a patient must somehow convince the doctors all she experiences is real. She is not crazy – and neither are the other patients.

24. Forever Beautiful : You are a cosmetologist at a local gossip-filled beauty salon when you accidentally stumble across a map that outlines the path to the legendary fountain of youth.

25.  Out of Paradise: You just got kicked out of heaven. Now what?

26. The Crossing Guards:  The crossing guards at a busy intersection of the city do more than just help the living humans walk across the street.

27. Second Chance at Life: At a hospital on one stormy night, the souls of two patients agree to swap places when it becomes obvious neither one will ever be able to return to the life they once knew.

28. The Cowboy and The Witch : He is an outlaw from the wild, wild west and she’s a witch from the Old Country.

29. The False Light Gods: A group of evil entities attempt to trick people into believing they are the good guys by disguising themselves as saints, angels, gods, and goddesses.

30. Utopian Anarchist Society : Tired of the kingdom’s latest . It’s time to do something about it and so you begin your plans for creating the perfect utopian anarchist society.

31. Spirit Radio: After a few too many songs come on the radio at random coincidence, you realize you have a gift to communicate with spirits through music.

32.  Flying Cupcakes: A little girl is visiting a busy bakery with her nanny when she  enters the enchanted kitchen and is whisked away into the land of cupcakes.

33. Cosmic Address: You discover there’s a reason the address of your childhood home is 382 Orion Way.

34. The Perfect People: On the outside, they appear to be perfect. Of course, things are never as they actually appear…

35. Soul Fragments: When something tragic happens, it’s often said we lose a piece of ourselves. Your task is to travel through different lifetimes to find these lost parts of self to be whole again.

36. The VooDoo Queen:  The fraudulent fortune teller makes her living by conning the local superstitious government officials. When they start to become suspicious, she decides to make a run for it through the bayou where she encounters the ghost of the real VooDoo Queen.

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37. Ghost Train : Every night, you are awakened by the sound of a train, but the railroad closed down years ago.

38. Trash to Treasure: While exploring an abandoned trash dump location off the coast, a young boy discovers an ancient sword.

39. Planet of Sorrows : It is a place of suffering, brokenness and despair.

40. Reading the Heavens : Each person has a designated star in the sky above. When the stars align, they will be lifted to go home to their true planet.

41. Miners Cove: After a mining village is swallowed by a sinkhole, all traces on the surface disappear, but the civilization continues on in secret for centuries. When modern day explorers come to claim and develop the land, the underground colony must do what they can to protect themselves and their secret world.

42. The Mirror, Cup, and Candle : Legend has it, if you stand in front of a mirror holding a cup and a candle you can jump between dimensions.

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I hope these fantasy writing prompts helped spark your imagination. Whether you are looking for a different and unique style of creative writing exercises or are looking for the elusive perfect novel idea, this list will hopefully get your creativity flowing. And don’t forget – National Novel Writing Month is November!

Do you have any other ideas for fantasy writing prompts not included here? Share your fantasy story writing prompts or plot ideas in the comments section below – you never know who you might inspire to get writing.

And as always if you do write anything using these prompts, we would love to know about it! Tell us where we can find your stories in the comments below, link to this list from your own blog, or use the hashtag #thinkwritten on social media.

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Chelle Stein wrote her first embarrassingly bad novel at the age of 14 and hasn't stopped writing since. As the founder of ThinkWritten, she enjoys encouraging writers and creatives of all types.

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I plan on writing about one of these ideas for one week every night, thank you for sharing these ideas!

You’re welcome! I’m glad it inspires you to write!

Keep writing! My life depends on it!

I’m not really what you would call a writer. But I plan on becoming an author one day, and I believe these ideas will help me along that path. Thank you so much.

That`s actually a good idea.

Thank you for these awesome ideas. They make me feel so enthusiastic.

Glad you enjoyed them!

Wow thanks now I can begin my own series and add more to the story

I have an Idea for a prompt… A girl named Summer is born on The Summer Solstice of 2003, the date that a hero from a prophecy is supposed to be born. When Summer turns 16, Mordred, King Arthur’s supposedly dead nephew, rises, and attempts to take over the world, Summer must team up with Iclyn, A girl born on the winter solstice, with winter powers (summer had summery powers) Lily, a girl with powers born on the spring equinox, and Autumn, a girl with powers born on the fall equinox. The girls train to be knights to defeat the mighty Mordred, before the alignment of the planets, when he will become too powerful to fight.

This one is really good for a fantasy novel

That’s sounds like an awesome story and i would love to read it when its finished😊

I would love to use this prompt of yours! It’s really inspiring.

Wow that’s so awesome ur idea is so cool, keep on writing ur gonna be really great author at this rate👏🔥💯👍

I really like that story and if you just finished it and published it,i think that story would go viral!

That sound awesome!

This idea is amazing! You’re a great author and this will make a super cool fantasy book! (like you said, Shreya)

These Ideas are gold! I plan to use a few of them! You are awesome.

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed them!

“Cliche” medieval settings? Ouch. 😔

I’ve been using these for my weekly 200’s at school and they’re really awesome!

I have written 7 books so far but, and yes, it’s a big BUT, none have managed to catch a big publishers eyes or be the word out there for it to reach the masses. Looking for a big publisher for my 8th manuscript. Shaida mehrban

Hi Shaida, have you considered working with an agent? Sometimes they can help you find a publisher and may be able to give you some feedback on what might make your books marketable. Hope that helps and hopefully you will be able to publish one of your books soon!

I think that some of these are very good, such as the patients that are thought of as crazy story, and the candle in front of the mirror, but others are a bit childish.

I’m glad you were able to find a couple that intrigued you!

“You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.” – Madeleine L’Engle

HI, I have a question? Can I get permission to use the ideas in my stories!

Hi Monica, you are welcome to use any of these ideas in your stories. If you publish anything online, we would love it if you could cite our website as inspiration and share this page so it can help inspire others! Thank you for asking and let us know if you write something, we’d love to check it out. 🙂

Hi just to double-check!!! I can have permission to use your story ideas If I later decide to publish books! And become an Author and get pay, IF I could get permission!!!

Ten years after being abandoned to the care of her alcoholic father, the eldest of a pair of identical twin sisters tries to track down her estranged mom. The problem is: the only person who has a clue to her whereabouts is a young boy she hasn’t seen in nearly twelve years. But, he’s not really a boy. He’s a centuries-old fairy who appears mostly human. Except for the fifteen feet raven wings sprouting from his back. What really happened on the night the girl’s mother disappeared, and why does it feel like she isn’t being told the entire truth about her.

Thanks for sharing your plot idea H.R.!

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I have so many story ideas and I did wrote some out but threw them away (oops) I did write a story but lost interest in it cause so much stuff was happening and now, I’m trying to focus on 1 but don’t know where to begin or how to write it :< I really like fantasy and your ideas are cool ^^

Glad they inspired you!

Story Idea you meet Jesus Christ in person no one believes that’s him !! what would you do?

I need help writing a plot for my stories about mermaids and fairy in a school setting???/

Story Idea a beautiful women uses her charm and beauty to get out of poverty and uses people to get what she wants because she thinks she deserves the best, in the end everything comes back to her. Story Idea Two sisters exasperated a birth one rich one poor meet again and switched lives one goes to replaces the others life and lives a lavish lifestyles the bad sister while the other takes care of the other family the good sister!

this is a nice idea and i would really like to see what u have got.

I was thinking about an idea for a novel and I was wondering if you had any thoughts on it.

Eren Hawkings wakes up from a coma after a dangerous car crash. During his Coma, he has strange visions that show to him the future of the world. And Eren’s entire life layed out before his eyes. During these he finds out that he will find true love. However, his love will die at a very early age to a rare virus. He will not pass through college, becoming a victim of a school shooting. His friends leave him to survive on his own in the world. How will he handle these visions, and will he be able to stop these visions from becoming reality.

(I’m only 13 and still learning the steps to becoming an author)

There’s really no such thing as a bad idea for a book – it’s all in how the story is told and how it develops. I was 14 when I wrote my first novel – it’s simultaneously the worst and best thing I’ve ever written. The worst because I was a beginner and its badly written. The plot is a disaster, the characters are cliche, the grammar is painful.

And yet, it’s still one of the best things I’ve ever written. Writing something badly is what helped me become a good writer. {And writing things badly is actually the entire premise of the book I’m currently publishing!}

The best way to learn is by doing. Start writing! You can always edit/revise/write a different story later.

Story idea: There are four ancient tribes in a feud. Little do they know, a darker force than them all intends to get rid of them. Four girls from each tribe, intend to find out why the feud started in the first for the sake of saving there tribes.

It is somewhat like Hunger Games

Good ideas, guys!!!!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

Great Ideas, thinkwritten! They’re really inspiring!

i am doing a fantasy book for kids for school and i need ideas

Hi I just want to repost my idea. A girl wakes up and she has no idea where she is. Soon, she realizes that she is trapped in a laboratory/maze inhabited by a crazy alchemist or somewhat. The reason she’s captured is because in her past life, she had a terrible secret that he needs to know. But she refuses to tell him the secret after she communicates with the ghost of her past life. eventually, she escapes and defeats him and saves her past life and her present one. Except, she is unaware that since she doesn’t tell him the secret, there is a terrible cost about to destroy her utterly.

I kinda changed it.

I love that idea. Thank you!!

I’m planning a DnD campaign with a general, really loose idea, using these to fill in some gaps and make it more interesting.

Heyo! This was very useful, thanks yours so much 🙂

I’ve been trying to write a really good story for a while but I’m stuck. Can you give me any ideas including the following? Thanks in advance. (I will be checking my email every day for your reply 🙂

Fantasy Elements Jars Mystical Creatures

Hi. I have an ideas but I get writer’s block. I can’t write properly. My idea to develop is the Ghost Train or The Snow Dragon 🙂 can you please help me write a story and help get rid of my writer’s block 🙂

thanks a lot i’m behind lots of essays and you saved my life thanks a lot I will come here if i need any more ideas. – See you later

Story Idea: Nora Redford has grown up without a mother. When one magical Christmas Eve she is given a wish, she asks to see her mother. Nora is given a map to the Island of The Dead and she goes on an adventure through different worlds to find her mother.

This would be a good book

if anyone publish stories on these concepts will u remove that particular concept???

Possibly, maybe. Depends if you follow my original open source licencing model.

Oooh I really like it!Is it okay if I use it?

Every time i go over to our grandmas my cousins and i all play these games based on fantasy and Mid evil. Lately we have run out of ideas, so i am for sure book marking this also my parents tell me to write so this will make it a lot more fun!

Here’s my idea:

In Northern England, a gang of teenage girls discover a magical jewel that belonged to the Romans. The Romans used that Jewel to put a curse on their newly conquered land, a curse that would turn all teenage girls there into boys. When the Romans left Britain, the curse was revoked and they destroyed any evidence: expect for that one jewel. They buried it and made a sign reading “Non tangere” (do not touch) next to it. the teenage girls ,manged to get it and horribly pronounced the magic Latin spell next to it, awaking the curse.

This has been really helpful. Thank you so much.

Thank you very much!!! My english teacher assigned me a homework of writing a novel in a month.. These plot ideas are so cool and helpful!! By the way, isn’t the ‘soul fragment ” plot similar to Voldemort’s in the Harry Potter series? And, I have another problem..I just can’t think of a really rare female character name. Could someone please suggest me some names?

Perhaps, Rivera, Eve, or even Coral?

Well, one more thing that people could write at the end of the story is that it was all a dream!

Hi, there! I want to write a story of the Nutcracker but I am stuck tight! I’ve written several attempts on the story but every time, I bump into a wall. Something’s just not coming out the right way. Need some help here!

Hi Mary Ann, did you create an outline? That can help you identify a roadmap for the story so that when you hit a wall you know which direction to go. Keep trying, I know you can do it!

Very well-written! Thanks for sharing this great article Chelle.. Writing Fantasy Fiction doesn’t have to be daunting and difficult. Thank you!

Dren kind of works; I’ve used it for a character who’s transfluid, but I don’t know what you’re swinging for :P.

There’s also Feven, which looks weird but it’s pronouned like Raven but with an F, so it’s pronouned Fay-ven, or Fae-ven. The spelling is also changeable, since it’s your character! Do what fits.

Farah, which I just think is pretty. :>

Nimah, which I also find pretty. (I find a lot of things pretty XD)

Leyra, which is also changeable, Laerah, Leira, do what you feel is right.

Kioni, (pronounced key-o’-knee; funny spelling huh?) I had a friend named Kioni, and I just thought the name was pretty unique.

Soriah; (pronounced as it is, so-rye-ah, and the spelling can be changed!) my older sister was going to be named this, but at the last minute she was called Christa instead. (Christa is just a variation of Krista, as my name, Jayda, is a variation of Jada.)

If you’re feeling fancy, you can even use my middle name, Zaharra. Or Zara if you want it shorter.

That’s all from me! Hope I could help!

So uhh this is my short story that I made for the first one. The Snow Dragon. It’s kind of long so if you don’t want to read it then it’s fine but I saw other people doing this so I thought why not? I trek up the mountain, putting one foot in front of the other, determined to finally get to the top this time, while the sky falls in tiny crystal balls around me. Soon the snow starts plummeting down in sheets, blocking my path and covering everything, the trees, the grass, and the ground in a sheet of white. Trying to escape the gloomy weather, I look for a cave. I remember finding it the last time I was exploring the woods and mountains near my house. The truth is, I live in the middle of nowhere and it gets quite lonely when you are the only person your age around. It’s just my mother and father, who are faithful farmers. My father goes to the village nearest here every other week in our only carriage to trade food for clothes and other necessities. If I remember correctly, the cave is somewhere around the clearing a few meters ahead. After searching more thoroughly, I find it carved inside the edge of a hill covered by the shade of trees and bushes. The gentle snow seems to have turned into a storm in the last few minutes. I step inside and take off my scarf that was covering my face and finally breathe freely. I rub my hands together to create some heat. After I have made myself comfortable, I finally take in my surroundings. The cave is dark and covered with jagged rocks everywhere I look. Every nook and cranny is sharp and the shadows dance in the changing weather, taunting me to come to them. There are a few insects scuttling around on the floors. I see a spider web on the rocks. A flea is stuck on it. I walk in deeper, ready to investigate the strange cave further. As I trudge along, I see something that makes me freeze. Something big and alive. There is some sort of creature in the furthest corners of the cave. And it seems to be sleeping. As I walk closer to it, I make sure to keep my footsteps light. Now I am standing right on top of it. I think that it is an animal. It’s skin is white, it’s head is tucked into itself and it is curled into a ball. Definitely sleeping. The creature’s white tail is flipping back and forth as if it is having a pleasant dream. No, wait, that’s not skin. That’s scales. The entire animal is covered in scales. Strange. I have never seen something like this before. Only small animals like snakes and reptiles have scales. I reach my hand down to touch it, now only centimeters away. The tip of my finger brushes what I’m assuming is the head. The tiny creature whips it’s head around and a growl arouses from its throat. I stumble back in surprise and fall back on my behind. The animal stands up on all fours and shakes its head, letting out a small blast of fire in the process. You see, the white scaled creature isn’t an animal at all. It’s a dragon.

These are the best writing prompts I have ever seen! I love this site and your writing! Thank You! #Never Stop Writing!

Hi, I am having trouble with writing a book. I have writer’s block and I need ideas for a story about people from a different planet looking for people with the same birthstone to tell their secrets but I have no clue where to start. I been wanting to write stories but I am 14 and have no clue where to start.

I meant people from a different planet going to Earth in a disguise looking for a person that believes in fantasy place. Then the people from the different planets will reveal their true identity only to them if they tell any one the people from the different planet fade in color and turn gray. I need names for these creatures and a way how to do it. I don’t know if I want to do a comic book, chapter book,or picture book.

I need help writing this story. I would be happy if help me with a story starter for this story.

I need title ideas. Something fantasy-wise. Thanks -Book Worm

I´m writing something with the four basic elements and how these four teenagers have powers. So far, I have Flare, Aura, Wade, and Sten. Flare has fire, Wade has water, Aura has air, and Sten has earth abilities. They live in different realms. I would like to hear your ideas.(If you guys have any)

These are amazing ideas can i use one

Of course, that is why they are here!

They are great.

what a good idea i love the second one

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Writing Prompts with Word Banks: Enhance Vocabulary Skills

What Are Writing Prompts with Word Banks?

Why are writing prompts with word banks effective for enhancing vocabulary skills, how to create writing prompts with word banks, tips for using writing prompts with word banks to improve vocabulary skills, engaging activities to implement writing prompts with word banks in the classroom, benefits of using writing prompts with word banks for vocabulary development, examples of writing prompts with word banks to enhance vocabulary skills, frequently asked questions, insights and conclusions.

Writing Prompts with Word Banks are an excellent tool for unleashing your creativity and overcoming writer’s block. These prompts provide you with a list of words or phrases that can serve as inspiration for your writing. Whether you’re a seasoned writer looking for some fresh ideas or a beginner trying to develop your skills, word bank prompts can be a valuable resource.

One of the advantages of using writing prompts with word banks is that they help jumpstart your imagination. The list of words provided gives you a starting point and encourages you to think outside the box. It allows you to explore different themes, settings, or characters that you may not have considered otherwise. Moreover, these prompts can be used for various forms of writing, including storytelling, poetry, or even non-fiction pieces. With each word serving as a potential stepping stone, they pave the way for unique and engaging compositions.

Using writing prompts with word banks also enhances your vocabulary and language skills. As you incorporate the provided words into your writing, you’ll be challenged to find creative ways to integrate them seamlessly. This exercise not only expands your word choice but also improves your ability to express ideas and perspectives. It allows you to experiment with different sentence structures and develop your unique writing style. Additionally, if you’re interested in overcoming writer’s block, using word banks can help you break through the barriers that prevent your ideas from flowing freely.

In conclusion, writing prompts with word banks are an effective technique to boost your creativity and overcome writing obstacles. They provide you with a starting point and expand your vocabulary, ultimately aiding in the development of your writing skills. So why not give it a try? Harness the power of word banks to unlock your full creative potential and embark on a journey of captivating storytelling.

Why Are Writing Prompts with Word Banks Effective for Enhancing Vocabulary Skills?

Writing prompts with word banks can be a valuable tool for improving vocabulary skills in an engaging and interactive way. These prompts provide learners with a selection of words related to the topic at hand, giving them a starting point and building blocks for their writing. Here are a few reasons why writing prompts with word banks are effective for enhancing vocabulary skills:

  • Expands Vocabulary: By using a word bank, learners are exposed to a variety of words related to the topic. This exposure helps them learn new words and expand their vocabulary in a meaningful context. It allows them to explore different synonyms, adjectives, and descriptive language that they may not have otherwise considered.
  • Encourages Word Choice: Writing prompts with word banks promote strategic word choice. Instead of relying on generic or repetitive words, learners are encouraged to carefully select words from the bank that best fit their expression. This process challenges them to think critically about the connotations and meanings of words, ultimately enhancing their vocabulary skills.

In summary, using writing prompts with word banks is an effective strategy for enriching vocabulary skills. It not only introduces learners to new words but also prompts them to think creatively and thoughtfully about word selection. Incorporating word banks into writing exercises can make learning vocabulary an interactive and enjoyable experience, leading to improved language usage and fluency.

How to Create Writing Prompts with Word Banks?

Creating writing prompts with word banks is an effective way to inspire creativity and challenge your writing skills. Word banks provide a list of words or phrases that can serve as a starting point for writing. They can help break through writer’s block and spark new ideas. Here are some tips on how to create writing prompts using word banks.

1. Choose a theme: Start by selecting a theme or topic for your writing prompt. It could be anything from “adventure” to “romance” or even “mystery.” Having a theme in mind will guide the selection of words for your word bank and give direction to the writing prompt.

Tips for Using Writing Prompts with Word Banks to Improve Vocabulary Skills

Using writing prompts with word banks can be a fun and effective way to enhance your vocabulary skills. Not only do these creative exercises expand your word knowledge, but they also help improve your writing fluency and expression. Here are some helpful tips to make the most out of this technique:

  • Explore a Variety of Prompts: Look for writing prompts that cover different themes, genres, and formats. This diversity will not only keep you engaged but also introduce you to new vocabulary relevant to various topics. By exposing yourself to a wide range of prompts, you are more likely to encounter unfamiliar words and expand your vocabulary bank.
  • Utilize the Word Bank Strategically: Once you have chosen a writing prompt, carefully review the accompanying word bank. Highlight any words that you are unfamiliar with or want to incorporate into your writing. These words can serve as building blocks for your composition, injecting fresh vocabulary into your work. Don’t forget to consult a dictionary or thesaurus to ensure you fully grasp the meaning and usage of these words.
  • Practice Contextual Usage: When incorporating words from the word bank into your writing, strive for natural and seamless integration. Aim to use the words in appropriate contexts and structures, enhancing the overall coherence and impact of your composition. Additionally, challenge yourself to experiment with different word forms (e.g., noun, verb, adjective) to further reinforce your understanding and mastery of vocabulary.

By following these tips, you can make your writing prompt activities even more engaging and beneficial. Remember to seek out a variety of prompts, strategically utilize the word bank, and practice contextual usage. With consistent practice, your vocabulary skills will undoubtedly improve, helping you become a more articulate and confident writer.

Writing prompts can be a great way to spark creativity and encourage students to express themselves in the classroom. One effective strategy to make writing prompts even more engaging is by incorporating word banks. A word bank is a curated list of related words or phrases that can assist students in expanding their vocabulary and generating ideas for their writing. Here are some exciting activities you can implement in your classroom to make the most of writing prompts with word banks:

  • Word Association Game: Begin by displaying a word bank related to the writing prompt on the board. Have students take turns saying a word or phrase that they associate with each word in the bank. Encourage them to explain their associations and how they connect to the prompt. This activity promotes critical thinking and helps generate a pool of ideas.
  • Collaborative Storytelling: Divide the class into small groups and provide each group with a different writing prompt and a corresponding word bank. Each student takes turns contributing a sentence to build a collective story using the words from the bank. Encourage creativity and imagination, allowing students to navigate the story however they desire. This collaborative approach fosters teamwork and allows students to explore different perspectives.

When working with writing prompts and word banks, it’s essential to create a supportive and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts. Encourage students to utilize the word banks as a springboard for their ideas rather than viewing them as constraints. By incorporating these engaging activities into your classroom, you can create a dynamic and interactive writing experience that empowers students to explore their imagination and develop their writing skills.

Writing prompts combined with word banks provide excellent opportunities for learners to enhance their vocabulary development. By incorporating both elements into writing exercises, students can experience a wide range of benefits that contribute to their overall language proficiency:

  • Enhanced Word Acquisition: Writing prompts with word banks expose students to new and challenging vocabulary. These prompts encourage learners to explore and incorporate these words into their writing, expanding their lexical repertoire.
  • Improved Contextual Understanding: Word banks provide relevant and related words that assist students in grasping the context of a writing prompt. This contextual understanding allows learners to effectively use the provided vocabulary, enhancing their comprehension and communication skills.
  • Expanded Creativity: Writing prompts spark creativity and originality. When supplemented with word banks, these prompts offer students a variety of options to choose from, stimulating their imagination and encouraging unique and imaginative written responses.

Moreover, using word banks with writing prompts promotes:

  • Increased Confidence: Writing prompts with word banks offer learners guidance and support, reducing apprehension and boosting confidence. Students gain reassurance knowing that they have the necessary vocabulary at their disposal when constructing their writing pieces.
  • Enhanced Organization and Coherence: Word banks facilitate the organization of thoughts. Students can effectively structure their writing by utilizing the provided words, resulting in well-organized and coherent compositions.
  • Development of Writing Skills: Regular practice with writing prompts and word banks encourages the development of vital writing skills such as grammar, syntax, and sentence construction. Students learn to apply these language elements in meaningful contexts, refining their written communication abilities.

Looking for creative ways to enhance your vocabulary skills? Well, we’ve got you covered with these fantastic writing prompts accompanied by word banks! These word banks will provide you with a wide range of vocabulary options to enrich your writing while encouraging you to think outside the box. Challenge yourself to incorporate as many of these words into your compositions as possible, and watch your language skills soar!

1. Descriptive Writing: Describe a bustling marketplace at dusk. Incorporate words such as labyrinthine, effervescent, cacophony, aroma, and myriad to paint a vivid picture of the scene.

2. Narrative Writing: Write a short story about a memorable adventure in a mystical forest. Use words like enigmatic, ethereal, emerald, enchanter, and whimsical to bring your readers into this enchanting world with you.

3. Argumentative Writing: Argue for or against the use of social media among teenagers. Utilize vocabulary such as pernicious, detrimental, ubiquitous, engrossing, and propensity to effectively convey your perspective and strengthen your arguments.

Don’t stop here! Explore even more prompts with word banks online or create your own to continue expanding your vocabulary skills. The more you practice, the more confident and articulate you’ll become in expressing your thoughts and ideas.

Remember: It’s not just about using fancy words, but about using the right words to convey your message clearly and effectively. Happy writing and may your vocabulary flourish!

Q: What are writing prompts with word banks? A: Writing prompts with word banks are tools used to help enhance vocabulary skills. These prompts provide a selection of words or phrases that writers can incorporate into their writing, inspiring creativity and expanding their vocabulary.

Q: How do writing prompts with word banks work? A: When using writing prompts with word banks, writers are given a list of words related to a specific topic or theme. They are then challenged to create a story, poem, or any form of written expression that includes as many of the provided words as possible. This exercise encourages the writer to explore new vocabulary and find creative ways to incorporate the words into their writing.

Q: Why are writing prompts with word banks effective in enhancing vocabulary skills? A: Writing prompts with word banks allow writers to engage with words they may not frequently use, thereby expanding their vocabulary. By actively seeking ways to incorporate these words into their writing, they become more familiar with their meanings, synonyms, and various contexts in which the words can be used. This practice hones their vocabulary skills and encourages them to be more expressive in their writing.

Q: How can writing prompts with word banks benefit language learners? A: Writing prompts with word banks can significantly benefit language learners, as they provide an opportunity to practice using new vocabulary words in a meaningful context. Employing these prompts challenges learners to think critically, research word meanings, and experiment with different sentence structures. Additionally, the prompts often cover a range of topics, facilitating exposure to a wider vocabulary and aiding in the development of language proficiency.

Q: Are writing prompts with word banks suitable for all age groups? A: Yes, writing prompts with word banks can be adapted to different age groups and proficiency levels. For younger learners, simplified word banks with commonly used words can be employed to foster vocabulary development. Those at an intermediate or advanced level can benefit from prompts with more complex or specialized vocabulary. Ultimately, the prompts can be adjusted according to the needs and abilities of the learners.

Q: Can writing prompts with word banks be used in classroom settings? A: Absolutely! Writing prompts with word banks can be employed effectively in both traditional and online classroom environments. Teachers can incorporate these prompts into their lesson plans to encourage students to explore new vocabulary, enhance their writing skills, and promote creativity. Moreover, these prompts can be an engaging group activity, allowing for collaboration and peer feedback.

Q: How often should one practice writing with word banks? A: The frequency of practicing writing with word banks can vary depending on individual goals and preferences. It is recommended to incorporate such exercises regularly to maximize the vocabulary-enhancing benefits. Consistent practice, even if only a few times a week, can lead to significant improvements in vocabulary skills over time.

Q: Are there any online resources available for writing prompts with word banks? A: Yes, there are several online resources that provide writing prompts with word banks. Websites, blogs, and educational platforms offer a wide range of topics and themes to suit various interests and proficiency levels. These readily available resources provide a convenient way for writers of any age or background to access these prompts and improve their vocabulary skills.

Q: Can writing prompts with word banks be used beyond vocabulary enhancement? A: Absolutely! While the primary benefit of these prompts is enhancing vocabulary skills, they also stimulate creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities . Incorporating word banks in writing exercises encourages writers to think outside the box, explore new ideas, and develop more engaging narratives. Moreover, using word banks can serve as a great warm-up exercise before starting to write, helping writers overcome writer’s block and kickstart their imagination.

In conclusion, incorporating word banks into writing prompts is a highly effective method to enhance vocabulary skills, expanding creativity and expression in writing.

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Word Banks in Creative Writing

Word Banks in Creative Writing

By Sarah Brodhead

What Word Banks Are

You might have a project in mind but aren’t sure how to begin. Maybe you don’t have a project on the table but feel the urge to write. Either way, you can put word banks to use. These are nothing more or less than a list of words you use to assist you in your creative writing process. They may be words you wish to include in a poem or memoir, or they may be words you use to inspire a specific tone or theme.

Creating Word Banks

There are endless ways to put a word bank together. Some examples follow.

  • The Snowflake Word Bank : Start with a word. Ones with multiple or deep meanings are the best. Write every word or phrase or cultural reference that you can think of related to that word. Repeat this with the new words you have generated – to your heart’s content. If you chose the word “return” for your initial word, a secondary phrase might be “prodigal son.” Your tertiary words could range anywhere from “joy” to “sibling rivalry.”
  • The Thematic Word Bank : This is a variation of the Snowflake Word Bank, where instead of using a random word, you use your intended theme as a starting point. In fiction, your theme should show up in as many different manifestations as possible through different characters and events in the story. If your character needs to learn the meaning of friendship, friendship should manifest in different ways throughout the story, positively and negatively. Types of friendship like marriage, best friends, old friends, estranged friends, and worst enemies who used to be friends can be included. Depending on the length of your story, several manifestations need to be present. Creating a list displays your options and may allow you to pick the more interesting ones.  
  • The Antithetical Word Bank : This method pairs well with poetry and creative nonfiction. Choose a magazine, newspaper, scientific journal, or any piece of writing that has absolutely nothing to do with the final content you wish to create. Then choose any interesting words from this material and fit them smoothly into your writing. It creates a sense of juxtaposition that makes work about an overused topic seem fresh and exciting. Nobody, for example, will expect an ornithologist in a sonnet about love.
  • The Stream of Consciousness Word Bank : You can start with a word that pops into your head or find any word of interest. Once you have a word, write down other words that are related. When you have done that, repeat with a new word until you have a list that suits the length of your project. You may use all the words you generated or only use a few with this method. You might just use a single one that seems right. This method is also an excellent exercise to get you into a creative state of mind and get your ideas on the page.

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Jodi, I love your writing ideas. Writing is probably the hardest part of teaching first grade, for me. I think students not being able to organize their thoughts, is most likely the biggest challenge for young writers. Your “Write the Rainbow” activity is an excellent way for students to clearly see the order necessary to write a story. I can’t wait to try it!

I also think your “Word Bank Writing Prompts” are a fantastic way to help students who tend to not be able to move forward once they hit a word they can’t spell. So many of my students stop dead in their tracks and are completely unable or won’t move on, unless they spell a word correctly. I always make a word bank on my board, but early in the year it is difficult for my students to find the word they need amongst the list. I am hoping these prompts help with that situation.

Thanks so much for all the great ideas!

Thank you! I agree with the spelling issue. I try to explain to my students that I’ve been teaching 1st grade for a long time, and I will be able to tell what they are trying to spell. Lol!

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In my previous role as a HLTA supporting SEN and EAL learners at an Enhanced Mainstream School, a huge priority was placed on using word banks because of their huge potential when supporting young writers. 

Word banks are a written list of key subject-specific vocabulary words or phrases for students to draw from when they’re writing. They’re a simple, yet powerful teaching resource that familiarises pupils with a specific group of words and help promote independent work.

At Pobble, we believe children learn best when they are empowered with additional materials to support them with their writing. With that in mind, we've harnessed the power of word banks.   On Pobble, you can find a selection of ready-made word banks, we've added these to lots of our premium lessons to support your teaching. We've also built a unique tool that allows you to quickly generate a colourful word bank yourself or easily edit Pobble Word Banks before printing and sharing with your class.

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Most students, especially younger and more reluctant writers, can find it challenging to include specific details in their writing. Word banks can be used to enhance writing lessons and their versatility means they can be used for a variety of subjects. They offer many benefits to teachers and pupils alike, including:

  • Vocabulary development - Word banks make it simple and exciting for pupils to discover new, creative and vivid vocabulary and then use these new words in their work; increasing and building on their  vocabulary .
  • Enable independent learning – Providing a Word Bank for students to use alongside their writing increases pupils’ independence. They can refer to the word bank if they’re unable to recollect the spelling of a particular word or if they need some vocabulary inspiration, rather than rely on teacher support frequently.
  • Spelling support – As well as having spellings of keywords on hand, having a Word Bank introduces students to a strategy for checking the spelling of unknown words and allows them to begin editing their work.
  • Creating confident writers – developing new vocabulary words, learning new spellings and working more independently improves writing confidence. Word Banks give pupils the confidence to develop their writing styles and become self-assured young writers.  

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Word Banks are simple to create and print to support your writing lessons, but there are many other ways you could use them to support your teaching. Check out these ideas:

  • Writing warm-ups - Brainstorm and generate word ideas as a class before inputting the words into a Word Bank for the class to use in their writing. This allows for every student to have an opportunity to speak, listen to others ideas and read and write new words related to their topic.
  • Create your own – Ask your pupils’ to create their own word banks on your class topic. They can look in books, magazines, online, watch videos or speak to friends and family then write down words they would like to use in their writing. A perfect homework task!
  • A classroom word book – every time you create a new Word Bank, print it out and combine it with others to create a word book. Your class can pick it up and have a flick through whenever they need some vocabulary inspiration.
  • Word walls – As you work on a piece of writing, ask pupils’ to write any exciting, vivid or powerful words on a post-it note and add it to your classroom word wall. That way you build up a word bank collaboratively and students have quick access to the spelling of a word or vocabulary ideas while they are writing.

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Judge fines Donald Trump more than $350 million, bars him from running businesses in N.Y. for three years

The judge who presided over a civil business fraud trial against Donald Trump on Friday ordered the former president, his sons, business associates and company to pay more than $350 million in damages and temporarily limited their ability to do business in New York.

Judge Arthur Engoron ordered the former president and the Trump Organization to pay over $354 million in damages , and barred Trump “from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation or other legal entity in New York for a period of three years,” including his namesake company.

New York Attorney General Letitia James, whose office brought the case, said that with pre-judgment interest, the judgment totals over $450 million, an amount “which will continue to increase every single day” until the judgment is paid.

“Donald Trump is finally facing accountability for his lying, cheating, and staggering fraud. Because no matter how big, rich, or powerful you think you are, no one is above the law,” James said in a statement, calling the ruling “a tremendous victory for this state, this nation, and for everyone who believes that we all must play by the same rules — even former presidents.”

The ruling also bars Trump and his company from applying for any bank loans for three years.

In his first public remarks after the ruling, Trump said, “We’ll appeal and we’ll be successful.”

Speaking to reporters at Mar-a-Lago on Friday night, Trump bashed the ruling as “a fine of 350 million for a doing a perfect job.” He also repeated previous attacks by calling the judge “crooked” and the attorney general “corrupt.”

Trump did not take any questions from reporters after speaking for about six minutes.

The judge’s decision is a potential blow to both Trump’s finances and persona — having built his brand on being a successful businessman that he leveraged in his first run for president. Trump is currently running for the White House for a third time. This case is just one of many he is currently facing, including four separate pending criminal trials, the first of which is scheduled to begin on March 25.

Engoron also ordered the continued “appointment of an Independent Monitor” and the “the installation of an Independent Director of Compliance” for the company.

In posts on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump called the ruling “an illegal, unAmerican judgment against me, my family, and my tremendous business.”

“This ‘decision’ is a complete and total sham,” he wrote.

During the trial, Trump and executives at his company, including his sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, attempted to blame exaggerated financial statements that were the heart of New York Attorney General Letitia James’ fraud case on the accountants who compiled them. Engoron disagreed.

“There is overwhelming evidence from both interested and non-interested witnesses, corroborated by documentary evidence, that the buck for being truthful in the supporting data valuations stopped with the Trump Organization, not the accountants,” he wrote.

In explaining the need for a monitor, the judge cited the lack of remorse by Trump and his executives after the fraud was discovered.

“Their complete lack of contrition and remorse borders on pathological. They are accused only of inflating asset values to make more money. The documents prove this over and over again. This is a venial sin, not a mortal sin. Defendants did not commit murder or arson. They did not rob a bank at gunpoint. Donald Trump is not Bernard Madoff. Yet, defendants are incapable of admitting the error of their ways,” Engoron wrote.

“Defendants’ refusal to admit error — indeed, to continue it, according to the Independent Monitor — constrains this Court to conclude that they will engage in it going forward unless judicially restrained,” he added.

The ruling also bars the Trump sons — who’ve been running the company since their father went to the White House — “from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation or other legal entity in New York for a period of two years.” Both were fined over $4 million, plus interest, for their roles in the scheme.

Donald Trump Jr. posted on the social media site X that “We’ve reached the point where your political beliefs combined with what venue your case is heard are the primary determinants of the outcome; not the facts of the case! It’s truly sad what’s happened to our country.”

In a statement, Eric Trump called the judge “a cruel man.”

“He knows that every single witness testified to that fact that I had absolutely NOTHING to do with this case (as INSANE as the case truly is),” Eric Trump said.

He also attacked the ruling as “political vengeance by a judge out to get my father.”

 Trump attorney Alina Habba called the verdict “a manifest injustice — plain and simple.”

“Given the grave stakes, we trust that the Appellate Division will overturn this egregious verdict and end this relentless persecution against my clients,” she said in a statement.

A spokesperson for Trump Organization called the ruling “a gross miscarriage of justice. The Trump Organization has never missed any loan payment or been in default on any loan.”

High legal costs

An appeal in the case would likely take years, but Trump could have to post a bond for the full amount if he does so.

Read more: Trump faces about $400 million in legal penalties. Can he afford it?

The judgment is the second this year against Trump after he was hit last month with an $83.3 million verdict in writer E. Jean Carroll’s defamation case against him. Trump has said he plans to appeal that verdict as well, but would have to post a bond for that amount as well.

James had been seeking $370 million from Trump, his company and its top executives, alleging “repeated and persistent fraud ” that included falsifying business records and financial statements. James had argued those financial statements were at times exaggerated by as much as $2.2 billion.

James contended the defendants used the inflated financial statements to obtain bank loans and insurance policies at rates he otherwise wouldn’t have been entitled to and “reaped hundreds of millions of dollars in ill-gotten gains.”

Trump had maintained his financial statements were conservative, and has called the AG’s allegations politically motivated and a “fraud on me.”

“This is a case that should have never been brought, and I think we should be entitled to damages,” Trump told reporters when he attended closing arguments in the case on Jan. 11.

Trump testimony knocked

The monthslong civil trial included testimony from Trump and his oldest children . The former president was combative in his day on the stand, blasting James as a “hack” and calling the judge “extremely hostile.”

Trump repeatedly complained about Engoron before and throughout the trial, and the judge slapped him with a partial gag order after he started blasting the judge’s law clerk as well. Trump’s complaints led to a flood of death threats against the clerk, as well as Engoron, court officials said, and Trump was fined $15,000 for twice violating the order.

Among the examples cited as fraud by the attorney general’s office during the trial was Trump valuing his triplex home in Trump Tower in New York City at three times its actual size and value, as well as including a brand value to increase the valuation of his golf courses on the financial statements, which explicitly said brand values were not included.

Another example pointed to by the attorney general clearly got under his skin — a dispute over the value of Mar-a-Lago, his social club and residence in Florida. Trump’s financial statements from 2011 to 2021 valued Mar-a-Lago at $426 million to $612 million, while the Palm Beach County assessor appraised the property’s market value to be $18 million to $27 million during the same time frame. Trump had also fraudulently puffed up the value of the property by saying it was a private residence, despite having signed an agreement that it could only be used as a social club to lower his tax burden.

Trump maintained during the trial the property was worth much, much more .

“The judge had it at $18 million, and it is worth, say, I say from 50 to 100 times more than that. So I don’t know how you got those numbers,” Trump testified, adding later that he thinks it’s actually worth “between a billion and a billion five.”

In his ruling Friday, Engoron said he didn’t find Trump to be a credible witness.

“Overall, Donald Trump rarely responded to the questions asked, and he frequently interjected long, irrelevant speeches on issues far beyond the scope of the trial. His refusal to answer the questions directly, or in some cases, at all, severely compromised his credibility,” the judge wrote.

Michael Cohen testimony ‘credible’

James’ investigation into the former president’s business began in 2019 as a result of congressional testimony from his former personal lawyer Michael Cohen , who told the House Oversight Committee that Trump would improperly expand and shrink values to fit whatever his business needs were.

Cohen testified during the trial about his role in the scheme, and said while Trump didn’t explicitly tell him and then-Chief Financial Officer Allen Weisselberg to inflate the numbers in the financial statement, he was like a “mob boss” who tells you what he wants without directly telling you.

Trump claimed Cohen’s testimony exonerated him while also painting him as an untrustworthy liar because he admitted having previously lied under oath.

In his ruling, Engoron called Cohen an “important witness” and said he found his testimony “credible.” “This factfinder does not believe that pleading guilty to perjury means that you can never tell the truth. Michael Cohen told the truth,” the judge wrote.

Former CFO ‘evasive’

Engoron was less forgiving about former Trump CFO Weisselberg, who previously pleaded guilty to carrying out tax fraud at the company.

Weisselberg’s “testimony in this trial was intentionally evasive, with large gaps of ‘I don’t remember.’”

“There is overwhelming evidence that Allen Weisselberg intentionally falsified hundreds of business records during his tenure” at the company, the judge wrote. “Weisselberg understood that his assignment from Donald Trump was to have his reported assets increase every year irrespective of their actual values. The examples of Weisselberg’s intent to falsify business records are too numerous to itemize,” he added.

The judge permanently barred Weisselberg “from serving in the financial control function of any New York corporation or similar business entity operating in New York State,” and ordered him to pay the $1 million he’s already received from his $2 million separation agreement from the company as “ill-gotten gains.”

AG initially sought less

James filed her suit seeking $250 million in damages from Trump in 2022, and the judge appointed a monitor to oversee the company’s finances that November.

In a summary judgment  ruling the week before the trial started, Engoron found Trump and his executives had repeatedly engaged in fraud. The “documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business, satisfying [the attorney general’s] burden to establish liability as a matter of law against defendants,” the judge wrote, while denying Trump’s bid to dismiss the case.

Engoron summarized the Trump defense as “the documents do not say what they say; that there is no such thing as ‘objective’ value; and that, essentially, the Court should not believe its own eyes.”

The order, which Trump appealed, held that Trump’s business certificates in New York should be canceled, which could have wreaked havoc on Trump’s company and forced the sell-off of some assets.

Engoron backed off of that decision in his ruling Friday, saying the addition of the “two-tiered oversight” of the monitor and the compliance director makes that move “no longer necessary.”

Trump had complained about the summary judgment ruling while he was on the witness stand. “He said I was a fraud before he knew anything about me, nothing about me,” Trump said. “It’s a terrible thing you did.”

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