Writing Prompt Wednesdays: The Witching Hour’s Guest
Writing Prompt Wednesdays: The Witching Hour’s Guest
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 character receives a mysterious midnight invitation to a secluded, ancient manor on Halloween night. The invitation promises a night of “revelry and revelations”—but only if they arrive alone. Picture towering candelabras casting flickering shadows, chilling whispers echoing down endless hallways, and costumed figures who seem almost… too lifelike.
As your character steps inside, the door slams shut behind them. Do they panic or embrace the eerie ambiance? Do they search for a familiar face among the crowd or cautiously observe from the corners?
Guide them as they explore the manor’s darkened rooms, each revealing something more uncanny than the last. Strange portraits seem to watch them, and odd artifacts lie on display, each with an ominous history. And then, just as the clock strikes midnight, a voice whispers their name from the shadows.
Will they answer?
What happens next is up to you…Let your imagination run wild!
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Stuart Conover is a father, husband, published author, blogger, geek, entrepreneur, horror fanatic, and runs a few websites including Horror Tree!