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Plot Generator: Story Prompts for Writers

Every prompt gives you a character, what they want, what stands in the way, and a twist to aim for. The tool selects from a fixed collection of prompts and twists. Use one as-is, or borrow a single piece to get a stuck draft moving again.

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    How to turn a prompt into a story

    ✓Start with the obstacle. Ask what your character would do first, and what would make that go wrong.
    ✓Change one piece. Swap the character or the setting and see if the story gets more interesting.
    ✓Plant the twist early. Readers love an ending that was hinted at all along.
    ✓Give your hero a name with our character name generator, and find a title with the book title generator.

    Frequently asked questions

    How does the Plot Generator work?

    Pick a genre, or choose Surprise me, then select Generate prompts. The tool draws from 102 starting situations with alternative twists; it does not create a brand-new plot each time. Each prompt gives you a character, what they want, what stands in the way and a twist to aim for.

    How can I use a prompt?

    Use one as it is, or take a single piece, such as the obstacle or the twist, to get a stuck draft moving again.

    Are my saved prompts stored anywhere?

    Saved prompts stay in your own browser on that device and are not submitted to Book Nerdection. Copy them before you clear your browser data.

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