WJEC GCSE Eng Lang Story Ideas

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The Fugitive.

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Write about a time when you felt ashamed of yourself.

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The Journey of a Lifetime.

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Continue the following: ‘Everyone said you should never go back but I could not resist … .'

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An Unforgettable Moment.

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The Interview.

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Write about a time when you broke something.

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Write a story that begins: I really wish I had not agreed to this, but there was no going back now.

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The long walk home.

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A visit to the relatives.

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The Traitor.

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Write about an incident when you were embarrassed by your friends or family.

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A Day at the Seaside.

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Write about an occasion when you appeared on stage.

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Write a story which begins: He hoped he would have the strength to do what was right.

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A Knock on the Door.

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Write about a time when you went on a school trip.

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Continue the following: ‘There’s no argument about it,’ snapped Mum. ‘We’re going and that’s final.'

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Write about a time when you had to stay with a relative.

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Write a story which ends with the following: ‘I hadn’t wanted to go but this had made it all worthwhile.'

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The Wedding.

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Write about a time when you won something.

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Continue the following: ‘Some days can only get better.'

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The Time of My Life.

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Write a story which ends with the following: ‘… and he knew he had made it.'

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The new arrival.

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Write about a time you were taken out for a treat.

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Continue the following: ‘I thought it was a dream come true, but that’s not how it turned out.'

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Write a story that ends: ‘… and because I was able to get it back in time, she never did find out.'

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Write about a time when a friend let you down.

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Trouble in the street.

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A fresh start.

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Write about a time when you cheated.

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Continue the following: ‘It was just a small postcard in the newsagent’s window but it caught my eye.

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Write a story that ends with the following: 'Mum sat down heavily, looked at me and said, ‘Well, let’s just hope it never happens again.''

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Write a story which ends: ‘… and that wiped the smile off her face.'

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The Choice.

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Write about a time when you were at a children’s party.

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Write a story which begins: ‘I didn’t know if I had the courage to do this ...'

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Making a Difference.

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Write a story which ends: '… sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for.'

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A New Beginning.

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Write about an occasion when you had to visit relatives.

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Write a story which begins: ‘I wish I had never agreed to this but it was too late to go back now.

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A Memorable Journey.