Short Story
Create a compelling short story with clear structure, vivid characters, and a memorable ending. Perfect for creative writing practice, content projects, or storytelling exercises.
Prompt template
Write a short story with the following parameters: **Theme / Core Idea:** [THEME] **Protagonist:** [PROTAGONIST] – age, occupation, one defining trait **Setting:** [SETTING] – briefly sketch the time and place **Tone:** [TONE] (e.g., melancholic, humorous, tense, hopeful) **Target Word Count:** approx. [WORD_COUNT] words Structural requirements: 1. **Opening** – Drop the reader into a scene or moment; no slow build-up. 2. **Rising Action** – Escalate tension through an internal or external conflict. 3. **Turning Point** – A surprising moment, decision, or revelation. 4. **Resolution** – Satisfying but not predictable; leave a lasting impression. Style notes: - Show don't tell: concrete sensory details, vivid imagery. - Authentic dialogue that reveals character and advances tension. - Vary sentence length for rhythm and pacing. - Avoid clichés; find the unexpected angle. Write the story in a consistent narrative voice that leaves an emotional impact on the reader.
Replace placeholders in [square brackets]: [THEME][PROTAGONIST][SETTING][TONE][WORD_COUNT]
How to use this template
Copy the prompt, replace the placeholders in square brackets with your details and paste it into the AI assistant of your choice. The more precise your details, the better the result.
Tips for better results
- Give your protagonist a specific want and a specific obstacle
- Start in medias res — right in the middle of the action
- Ask for multiple versions with different endings
- Use the result as a seed for a longer piece
Suitable open models
The selection names current open models as a starting point for your own tests. It is not a measurement for this template.
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