Hey, romcom lovers and fellow writers! Are you in the mood for some heart-fluttering, laugh-out-loud writing inspiration? Whether you’re drafting your next romantic comedy or just need a fun prompt to get your creative juices flowing, I’ve got you covered. Below are some romcom-themed writing prompts designed to bring out the romance, humor, and irresistible chemistry between your characters. Ready to dive in? Let’s get to it!
1. The Accidental Roommates
We’ve all seen it in the movies—two complete strangers, through some twist of fate, are forced to live together. Now it’s your turn to spin this classic romcom trope.
Prompt: Your protagonist’s lease falls through at the last minute, and they’re forced to move in with a quirky, sarcastic roommate they’ve never met. They can’t stand each other at first, but as time goes on, they begin to see each other in a new light. What’s the moment that changes everything for them?
2. Fake Relationship, Real Feelings
There’s nothing like pretending to be in love to stir up real emotions, right?
Prompt: Your character agrees to pretend to be in a relationship with their best friend to help them avoid an awkward family situation. But the more they fake it, the more real it starts to feel. How do they handle this growing connection? What complications arise when one person starts falling, but the other doesn’t seem to notice?
3. Love at First Swipe
Online dating can be a wild ride, but what happens when that swipe right turns into something unexpected?
Prompt: Your character joins a dating app as a dare, never expecting to actually meet anyone. But after a hilarious (and disastrous) first date, they find themselves falling for the person on the other side of the screen. How do they go from virtual awkwardness to real-life romance?
4. The Wedding Date Dilemma
You know those moments when you need a date for a wedding, but you have no one to take? Cue the romcom!
Prompt: With their ex attending a mutual friend’s wedding, your character is desperate to avoid awkward conversations. They enlist the help of a charming coworker (who they definitely don’t have feelings for) to be their date. As the wedding weekend progresses, so do the sparks between them. But what happens when the weekend is over?
5. Office Rivals to Lovers
There’s nothing like workplace tension to add some spice to a romcom. Want to see my version of a workplace romcom? Check out my debut novel: Obsessing Over Coffee and Us.
Prompt: Your protagonist works at a high-pressure job where they’ve always competed with their charming (but irritating) coworker for the top spot. But when they’re forced to collaborate on a big project, the walls between them start to crumble. How does their dynamic shift from professional competition to romantic tension?
6. The Holiday Mix-Up
Holiday romcoms are the perfect mix of chaos and sweetness—let’s see where this prompt takes you!
Prompt: Your character accidentally books a solo vacation at a couple’s resort during the holiday season. To avoid the embarrassment of being the only single person there, they strike up a fake relationship with another solo traveler. As the festive season kicks into full swing, their fake romance starts to feel more real than either expected.
7. Childhood Friends Reconnect
Sometimes the best love stories come from friendships that have stood the test of time.
Prompt: Your character runs into their childhood best friend at a coffee shop after years apart. They were inseparable growing up but lost touch after high school. Now, with both of them back in town, they begin to rekindle their friendship—only this time, there’s a romantic twist. What sparks the shift from friends to something more?
8. The Unexpected Matchmaker
What happens when your character accidentally becomes a matchmaker for someone they secretly have feelings for?
Prompt: Your protagonist is the go-to person for relationship advice among their friends, but when their latest matchmaking effort involves setting up their best friend with someone else, they begin to realize they might have feelings for their friend after all. How do they navigate this love triangle while trying to maintain the friendship?
9. The Awkward Meet-Cute
Every great romcom starts with a memorable meet-cute! Let’s just say coffee is a great start. Check out my series: All because of Spilled Coffee – you won’t be disappointed.
Prompt: Your protagonist accidentally bumps into a stranger at the grocery store, spilling coffee all over them. Embarrassed, they quickly apologize and try to forget the encounter. But then, fate brings them back together when they’re seated next to each other on a long flight. How do they go from awkward first impressions to undeniable chemistry?
10. Love in a Small Town
There’s just something about small-town charm that makes for the perfect romantic setting.
Prompt: Your character returns to their small hometown for the first time in years and runs into their high school crush who now runs the town’s only bookstore. What starts as a reluctant reunion turns into something more as they both rediscover old feelings in the middle of small-town life. What’s holding them back from getting together? How do they overcome it?
There you have it—10 fun and flirty romcom writing prompts to get your creative ideas flowing! Whether you’re looking to write something sweet, funny, or full of swoon-worthy moments, these prompts are sure to inspire your next romantic comedy masterpiece.
Happy writing!