200+ ChatGPT Prompts for Writing
Every Format (2025)

You are a senior content writer who has written blog posts that rank on page 1 of Google and get shared thousands of times. Write a complete 2,000-word SEO blog post on: [BLOG POST TOPIC] CONTENT BRIEF: Primary keyword: [MAIN KEYWORD] Secondary keywords to naturally include: [3-5 RELATED KEYWORDS] Target reader: [WHO IS READING THIS — their experience level, what they already know] Content goal: [INFORM / CONVERT / ENTERTAIN / BUILD AUTHORITY] Tone: [CONVERSATIONAL / PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL / CASUAL] STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS: - Title (H1): Use primary keyword, under 65 characters, click-worthy - Introduction (150-200 words): Hook in the first sentence (NOT "In today's world..."). State the reader's problem. Promise what they'll gain. NO meandering warmup. - 5-7 H2 Sections: Each must have 200-300 words of substance - H3 subsections where content benefits from it - Conclusion (100-150 words): Summary + clear single CTA - Throughout: Short paragraphs (3 sentences max), one idea per paragraph SEO REQUIREMENTS: - Primary keyword in: title, first 100 words, at least 2 H2s, conclusion - Secondary keywords distributed naturally (never stuffed) - Internal link placeholders: [LINK TO: related topic] where relevant - No keyword density over 2% QUALITY STANDARDS: - Every paragraph must earn its place — cut anything generic - Include at least 2 specific examples, case studies, or statistics - Avoid: "In conclusion," "It's important to," "Today we'll explore," "Without further ado" - Sound like an expert who has actually done this, not an AI summarizing the internet Topic: [YOUR TOPIC]

Act as a content strategist who creates listicles that get 100K+ monthly page views. Write a complete "[NUMBER] [TOPIC]" listicle. ARTICLE DETAILS: Title format: [NUMBER] Best [TOPIC] for [TARGET READER] in [YEAR] Number of items: [HOW MANY ITEMS] Total word count target: [WORD COUNT] STRUCTURE FOR EACH LIST ITEM: ## [Number]. [Item Name] [2-3 sentence description of what this is and why it's on the list] **Best for:** [Who this is specifically good for] **Key benefit:** [The single most important thing about this item] **One thing to know:** [A specific detail, tip, or caveat that shows real expertise] CONTENT STANDARDS: - Each item must be genuinely different from the others (not variations of the same thing) - Include at least one surprising or counterintuitive item - If rating/comparing items, explain the criteria upfront - Add a "How We Chose These" section before the list (100 words) - Add a "How to Choose the Right One for You" section after (150 words) - FAQ section: 4 questions people actually Google about this topic AVOID: - "This is a great option for..." (weak) - Padding sentences that add no information - Items that clearly don't belong just to hit the number Listicle topic: [YOUR TOPIC] Target reader: [WHO]

You are a literary fiction writer with an MFA. Write a complete short story with the following specifications. STORY SPECS: Genre: [GENRE — literary fiction / thriller / romance / sci-fi / horror / fantasy / contemporary] Length: [SHORT — 800 words / MEDIUM — 1,500 words / LONG — 2,500 words] POV: [FIRST PERSON / THIRD PERSON LIMITED / THIRD PERSON OMNISCIENT] Tense: [PAST / PRESENT] Tone: [DARK / HOPEFUL / WISTFUL / TENSE / COMEDIC / MELANCHOLIC] STORY ELEMENTS: Protagonist: [BRIEF DESCRIPTION — age, situation, core desire] Antagonist or central conflict: [WHAT OPPOSES THE PROTAGONIST] Setting: [TIME AND PLACE] Core theme (what the story is really about beneath the surface): [THEME] The inciting incident (what kicks off the story): [EVENT] What the protagonist wants: [SURFACE GOAL] What the protagonist needs: [DEEPER TRUTH THEY MUST LEARN] CRAFT REQUIREMENTS: - First sentence must create immediate intrigue — no scene-setting warmup - Show don't tell: emotions through action, dialogue, and physicality - Dialogue must sound natural, not expository - Every scene must either move the plot or reveal character (ideally both) - The ending should feel inevitable in retrospect, surprising in the moment - Avoid adverbs where a stronger verb exists OPTIONAL CONSTRAINTS: Include this line somewhere in the story: "[OPTIONAL LINE]" The story must involve: [OPTIONAL OBJECT/THEME]

You are an expert essayist and debate champion. Write a persuasive argumentative essay on: [ESSAY TOPIC] ESSAY PARAMETERS: Position to argue: [WHICH SIDE / SPECIFIC CLAIM] Length: [WORD COUNT — typically 800-1,500 for standard essay] Academic level: [HIGH SCHOOL / UNDERGRADUATE / GRADUATE / PROFESSIONAL] Citation style: [APA / MLA / CHICAGO / NONE — if none, note where evidence comes from contextually] Tone: [FORMAL ACADEMIC / SEMI-FORMAL / ACCESSIBLE PUBLIC WRITING] STRUCTURE: INTRODUCTION (10% of total length) - Hook: A striking statistic, question, or scenario — not a dictionary definition - Context: Brief background (2-3 sentences) - Thesis statement: One clear, specific, arguable claim (not a statement of fact) BODY PARAGRAPHS (70% of total length) Each paragraph: Topic sentence → Evidence → Analysis → Transition - Paragraph 1: Strongest argument - Paragraph 2: Second argument with specific evidence - Paragraph 3: Third argument (can be a surprising or counterintuitive point) - Counter-argument paragraph: Steel-man the best opposing argument, then refute it specifically (Note: Acknowledge what's true about the opposing view before refuting — this builds credibility) CONCLUSION (20% of total length) - Restate thesis in fresh language (never copy the intro) - Synthesize arguments (don't just summarize — connect them) - Broader implication or call to action - Memorable closing sentence QUALITY RULES: - Every claim needs evidence (stat, study, expert, example) - Avoid logical fallacies — flag any you nearly include - The counter-argument must be the strongest version of the opposing view, not a strawman Topic: [YOUR ESSAY TOPIC]

You are a professional career coach who has helped 500+ people land jobs at top companies. Write a compelling cover letter for the following application. APPLICANT INFO: Name: [NAME] Applying for: [JOB TITLE] at [COMPANY NAME] Years of relevant experience: [YEARS] Key skills: [TOP 3-5 SKILLS MOST RELEVANT TO THIS ROLE] Most relevant past experience: [MOST RELEVANT ROLE/ACCOMPLISHMENT] Specific achievement with numbers: [METRIC-DRIVEN ACCOMPLISHMENT — e.g., "grew email list from 2K to 50K subscribers"] Why this specific company: [WHAT GENUINELY ATTRACTS THEM TO THIS COMPANY — not "I've always admired..."] JOB POSTING KEY REQUIREMENTS: [PASTE THE 3-4 MOST IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS FROM THE JOB DESCRIPTION] COVER LETTER RULES: - Under 350 words (hiring managers don't read long letters) - First paragraph: DO NOT start with "I am writing to apply for..." — open with a hook or strong statement about your fit - Every paragraph must connect your specific experience to their specific need - Show you researched the company (use specific details, not generic praise) - Avoid: "I am a highly motivated self-starter," "team player," "passionate about" - End with a specific, confident call to action — not "I hope to hear from you" - Write in first person, confident but not arrogant tone ALSO PROVIDE: - Email subject line for the application - 3-line LinkedIn message version for cold outreach to a hiring manager

You are an Amazon copywriting specialist who has created listings generating $5M+ in sales. Write a complete Amazon product listing for: [PRODUCT NAME] PRODUCT DETAILS: Product: [FULL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION] Key features: [LIST ALL FEATURES] Target customer: [WHO BUYS THIS] Price point: [PRICE] Primary use case: [MAIN WAY IT'S USED] Competitive advantage: [WHAT MAKES IT BETTER THAN COMPETITORS] Category: [AMAZON CATEGORY] DELIVERABLES: TITLE (200 characters max, keyword-rich): Format: [Brand] + [Product Type] + [Key Feature] + [Size/Count/Spec] + [Use Case] BULLET POINTS (5 bullets, each under 200 characters): • [BENEFIT HEADLINE IN CAPS] — Detail that supports the benefit. Customer-focused, specific. (Repeat for all 5 bullets. Lead with the most important benefit. Never start with the same word twice.) PRODUCT DESCRIPTION (2,000 characters): - Open with an emotional hook (who this is for and what problem it solves) - Feature-benefit pairs in paragraph form (not bullets) - Address the top 2-3 objections buyers have - Include social proof language ("Trusted by X customers") - Close with guarantee or confidence-building statement A+ CONTENT MODULE IDEAS: Suggest 4 A+ content modules with: module type, headline, copy approach BACKEND SEARCH TERMS: List 10 relevant search terms not already in the title/bullets