# Writing Roulette - Writing app to inspire all authors everywhere

> Random image and writing task generator for creative writing inspiration. (iPhone/iPad app by Education Shed Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-roulette-writing-app-to-inspire-all-authors-everywhere/id1142352027 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Education Shed Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1290298123)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-roulette-writing-app-to-inspire-all-authors-everywhere/id1142352027/reviews.md

## What is Writing Roulette?

*** Look no further for writing inspiration ***

Take a random image and writing task instruction to inspire your writing. 

Don't like the image? Double tap to load a new random image. Choose a task then swipe up to get writing!

Teachers! Inspire your pupils to write with zero planning!

More than ten different tasks available (or just make up your own!) including "Seven Sentences" with over a hundred "Slow Writing" instructions. Other tasks include: 

- Poetry; 
- Ten Starters; 
- Ten Closers;
- Ten Awesome Sentences;
- Characterisation;
- 100 Words;
- Story Write;
- News Report;
- Haiku;
- Dear Diary;
- Descriptive Words;

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Slow Writing tasks derived from: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/slow-writing-cue-cards-11076882 under CC-BY-SA licence. Slow writing from http://www.learningspy.co.uk/english-gcse/how-to-improve-writing/.

## Key features

- Random image prompts
- Writing task instructions
- Multiple writing task types
- Customizable tasks
- Poetry prompts
- Story starters and closers

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writing-roulette-writing-app-to-inspire-all-authors-everywhere/id1142352027/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love it !

*2020-07-06*

I love this app , it is so useful . I love to write so it helps me improve.... I really recommend this . 😍😍😍

### 1/5 — No saving

*2019-04-09*

Why is there no save option? I love the concept and how it’s set up but canceling out of the app and re opening it to start a new prompt without saving my work is very sad. I’d like to be able to look back on what I’ve written!

## Frequently asked questions about Writing Roulette

### What is Writing Roulette?

Writing Roulette is a free educational app that provides random images and writing task instructions to inspire authors and students. It offers over ten different writing tasks to help overcome writer's block.

### What kind of writing tasks does Writing Roulette offer?

Writing Roulette includes tasks like Poetry, Ten Starters, Ten Closers, Ten Awesome Sentences, Characterisation, 100 Words, Story Write, News Report, Haiku, Dear Diary, and Descriptive Words. It also features 'Seven Sentences' and 'Slow Writing' instructions.

### Can I create my own writing tasks in Writing Roulette?

Yes, you can make up your own writing tasks in Writing Roulette, in addition to the more than ten pre-set options available within the app.

### Is Writing Roulette suitable for teachers?

Yes, teachers can use Writing Roulette to inspire their pupils to write with zero planning required. The app provides a variety of prompts to engage students.

### What devices does Writing Roulette support?

Writing Roulette is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Writing Roulette updated?

Writing Roulette was last updated on September 6, 2016, with version 1.1. The initial release date was also September 6, 2016.

### What is the age rating for Writing Roulette?

Writing Roulette has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and children.

### Does Writing Roulette have ads?

No, Writing Roulette does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2016-09-06

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

** Swipe up to write direct in the app **

### 1.0 — 2016-08-10

No release notes.

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