Menu
Write your book in Reedsy Studio. Try the beloved writing app for free today.
Win up to $250 in our weekly writing contest
Submit your short story on Reedsy Prompts.
DIRECTORY
41 Best Narrative Short Story Ideas
Showing 41 short story ideas curated by Reedsy.
Write about your favorite hobby.
Where do you see the future of technology heading? Write an essay explaining why.
Write about a time when you tried something unfamiliar.
Write about a time that you were lost (metaphorically or literally).
Describe your greatest fear, and how you have or have not overcome it yet.
Write about a wish that you once made.
Write about a time that you found out something surprising about somebody else.
Someone just knocked on the door late at night, but you weren't expecting anyone. When you open the door... no one's there.
Describe yourself to a stranger.
Who would you choose as the TIME Person Of The Year? Why?
Write about the last nightmare you had.
Think about a moment in your life that elicited very strong emotions. Write about a character going through a different experience that leads to the same emotions.
Write about a time you were given responsibility.
Write about a time that you were challenged in a belief that you had.
Write about a time that you encountered an obstacle, and how you overcame it.
Write about a difficult decision you had to make, and how you ended up making it.
Find the perfect editor for your next book
Over 1 million authors trust the professionals on Reedsy. Come meet them.
Save your shortlist
Enter your email address to save your shortlist so that you don't lose it!
By continuing, you will also receive Reedsy's weekly publishing tips and access to our free webinars.
Check your email
We've sent over your shortlist. Thank you for using Reedsy's Short Story Ideas Directory 🙌
