Journal Prompts from Outer Space

journal promptsIt’s the final frontier, the last unexplored open space, and the ideal setting for futuristic fantasy tales.

Outer space has captured many imaginations, attracting scientists, philosophers, adventurers, and of course, writers.

Has the soft glow of a full moon ever inspired you to write a poem? Have you ever imagined what it would be like if we earthlings could colonize far-off galaxies? Ever just stopped to wonder where life began?


Then you’ll love these journal prompts.

Journal Prompts

Writers are hard pressed for inspiration, even though it’s all around us. In fact, all you have to do to kick your imagination into high gear is lie beneath a night sky and let your curiosity take over. That’s good writing fodder.

Journal prompts help you launch a writing session by giving you questions and unfinished sentences that you can explore further through journal writing.

Peruse these prompts and then open your journal and start writing. Step aside and let your writing flow freely. Try writing from your subconscious. Don’t worry about spelling, grammar, or punctuation. See if you can connect with the great beyond through these journal prompts.

Try one or try them all.

  1. On a clear night, the full moon…
  2. The galaxy we live in…
  3. How did the universe begin?
  4. The stars in the sky are…
  5. Will humans ever settle on another planet?
  6. The sun is…
  7. A spaceship is hurtling through the galaxy…
  8. If an asteroid and a meteor collided…
  9. Would you ever take a trip to the moon?
  10. If humans could breathe in space…

Have fun with these journal prompts, and keep on writing!

Did you enjoy these journal prompts or get any use out of them? Do you have any ideas for future prompts? Share your thoughts by leaving a comment.

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Melissa Donovan

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My name is Melissa Donovan. I'm a self-employed website copywriter and web content specialist.

Creative writing is one of my passions. I earned a BA in English with a concentration in creative writing, and I've been a voracious reader for as long as I can remember. I write fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. And of course, I blog.

My goal is to promote great writing, help writers stay inspired and motivated, and to act as an advocate for writers.