Sunshine-Inspired Writing Prompts

Nothing inspires like a sunny day. When the sun is out in full force, people are happier and more relaxed. And for good reason. Fresh air and sunshine are proven to be packed with health benefits.

But sunny days are also just good, plain fun. We fire up our barbecues, wiggle into our swimsuits, peruse our summer reading lists. Okay, maybe only us bookworms peruse the reading lists. But just about everyone appreciates a good dose of natural warmth courtesy of the sun.

If it’s not sunny where you are, then stay inside and play make-believe. If the sun’s out wherever you are, then grab your journal and take your writing session outdoors. Just choose whichever writing prompts inspire you the most, and start writing.

Writing Prompts

There are no rules for these writing prompts. You can make a poem, draft a story, or jot down an entry in your journal.

• It’s been a hot, easy day. The first whispers of dusk are seeping into the sky. Bird calls can be heard in the distance. A car rolls up the drive and it’s none other than…
• The sunny side of the year is a popular time for vacationing. Some folks go to the lake or the seaside while others hit theme parks. Where’s the best place to soak up the sun?
• Almost everybody loves a sunny day, but there are probably a few people who prefer rainy, overcast days. Who are those people, and what do they have against the sun?
• You have one sunny day and an unlimited budget to host an outdoor extravaganza. It can be any kind of soiree you want and you can invite as many (or as few) guests as you’d like.
• A day can start out cold, gray, and damp but then bloom into a warm, blue afternoon. On days like that, sunshine is like a gift. We appreciate it a little more because it contrasts with the dismal morning hours. Is good weather worthy of appreciation? Who takes it for granted?

Which prompt did you choose? Did it spark a good writing session? Do you have any writing prompts of your own to share? Leave a comment!