Writing Prompt Wednesdays: Bonfire Night
Welcome to “Writing Prompt Wednesdays,” a haven where your imagination can roam free in the realms of speculative fiction. As we embark on this weekly journey, it’s thrilling to think about the untold stories waiting to be penned in the domains of horror, science fiction, and fantasy. Whether you’re a seasoned author or a budding wordsmith, these prompts are your gateway to unexplored worlds and untapped potentials.
Every Wednesday, we’ll serve up a fresh, thought-provoking prompt designed to ignite your creative spark and challenge your storytelling prowess. Think of these prompts as a key, unlocking the doors to uncharted territories where your creativity is the only limit. From eerie, shadow-laden corridors of Gothic horror to the farthest reaches of interstellar space, and the mystical depths of high fantasy, our prompts are a kaleidoscope of possibilities.
Remember, there’s no right or wrong way to approach these prompts. They are mere stepping stones, guiding you towards the vast landscapes of your imagination. Use them to break free from writer’s block, to experiment with new ideas, or simply as a fun exercise to keep your writing skills sharp.
This week’s writing prompt:
Your protagonist wakes up, brain foggy and coughing loudly as they inhale smoke. They smell wood burning and people chattering. They attempt to stand but discover their hands and feet are bound. This discovery clears their mind, and they struggle against the rope in desperation while scanning their surroundings.
It is dark, but through a crevice, they spot flames coming closer, burning its way through the wood that encircles the protagonist.
Bangs and pops erupt overhead, and from the flashes, the protagonist sees a crowd further back from the flames, and that’s when it fully hits them. They’re inside a lit bonfire, and someone had deliberately put them there.
What happens next is up to you…Let your imagination run wild!
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Corinne Pollard is a new disabled horror writer from West Yorkshire, UK with published works in Sirens Call eZine and Trembling with Fear. With a degree in English Lit and Creative Writing, Corinne has always enjoyed the world of dark fantasy. Aside from writing, Corinne enjoys metal music, visits to graveyards and shopping for books to read.
Twitter: @CorinnePWriter
