Start your story with two characters watching a sunrise and end it with one of them seeing the moon reflecting off a lake.

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“Rest Easy, My Midnight Queen” by Brandon Johnson

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Dancing gales of wind blew past the maple trees and brought a barrage of leaves to destinations unknown. The orange glow of the waking sun sleepily peeked over the horizon, far in the distance. Even though the piercing Autumn weather lashed at my exposed skin, I had been warmed to my heart’s content with the little furry black ball sitting on my lap; her fur was darker than the previous midnight sky and silkier than any mighty panther. She made a tiny snore that told me she was having a wonderful dream; maybe she was chasing butterflies...

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“Synchronous” by GRACE LARSON

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The sky is fading from black to grey when I quietly open the door and slip outside into the chilly morning. The air, sharp with the tang of the sea, comes rushing up my nostrils, stinging them with its salty fragrance. I breathe in deeply, sucking after the cool air like water. It is deep and fresh and buoyant, soaked in memories of cool sands, white mists and breaking waves. I start down the path to the beach, the crash and slap of the waves becoming louder as I draw near. Just before rounding the bend, I pause, savoring the antic...

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“She is right here” by Srishti Singh

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We both were on the bank of the river watching the sunrise. She looked so pretty under the scarlet sky. Her skin had a surreal glow. She closed her eyes eyes to feel the fresh air. This was the only place she wanted to go before her heart transplant. "This place has some power, Meghan! Some kinda positivity. Everytime I come here I forget all the pain inside me" Chrissy said. " Yes, Chrissy you're right" I said. We are best friends since second grade with really no boundaries, I mean I can possibly tell you how many zits she had ...

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“Until The End Of Time” by Greg Gillis

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Fourteen-year-old, Becky Swanson was mesmerized at the brilliant color spectrum that filled the sky over Lake Canatoga at dawn. A gaggle of geese honked as they skimmed across the almost-still water. Becky heard the snap of a twig off to her left and turned quickly to find its source. About fifty feet away, a young man with auburn-brown hair sat on a boulder staring out into the lake. He looked to be about sixte...

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“The Bridge to Now ” by John K Adams

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The sun announced its pending arrival early, with fanfare and pageantry. A symphony of clouds shone with growing intensity. The overture, a dusky red, shifted magically to fleecy white. Lit by the sky, the shimmering river found its way between dark, tree-lined shores. Grant and Jill watched it all. Their long night studying, debating and consuming gallons of coffee had run out of steam. Grant pulled her to her feet. “We’re fading. Get your coat. Come on.” Bundled against the cold, they walked to the bridge. Spanning the river, it ...

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“Memories” by Chris Buono

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I love you,” Jenny whispered into his ear. It was not the first time Ryan had heard her say it, but the phrase still sent fireworks throughout his body. “I love you too,” he told her back as he turned his face to kiss the girl slowly. The couple had been out all night, walking the woods after a party that had taken place for the last day of school. High school seniors giving one last “hurrah” before going their separate ways to college or the workforce. Ryan an...

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“There you see her” by Lily Rebecca 🐰🐾

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"There you see her Sitting there across the way She don't got a lot to say But there's something about her And you don't know why But you're dying to try You wanna kiss girl" The lyrics of the little mermaid song play across my mind. There she was. Sitting across from me. The girl I love. Does she feel the same? The sunset is clouding my thoughts. Sitting on a small pier looking out to sea. The waves crashing onto the wooden planks. She's sitting further out than me clasping onto the end of the ledge with her small fingers. Her hair, l...

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“City of Echoes” by Elizabeth Inkim

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The sky was a patchwork of stars and sunlight. Splinters of gold cut across the once dark night sky. Through the clouds, rivers of pale ochre and orange light bled through the cracks. Over the horizon, shades of cerise broke across the dunes, casting rippling ghosts into the arid valley below. In the freezing stillness of dawn, slivers of shadow tuned the sky into an opus of violets and coral hues that softened the sky into a pale robin’s egg blue. Asena shivered in her seat by the ledge. Shoulder to shoulder, Asena sat next to a disgruntled...

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“I Challenge You” by Roth Sassin (inactive)

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"Why'd ya drag meh to da middle of nowhere for no reason," Mo questions."Shut up, we are almost there. And it'll be worth it. Like your favorite book. The elephant and piggy one. I think it's called Waiting is Not Easy?"Mo flushes beet red. He's awake now. "Shuddup Victoria. I liked that when I was 5.""When I went into your room, 5 minutes ago, there was a Waiting is Not Easy paper book, hard copy, and that exact book 5 in different languages. Also, your face says otherwise," I taunt.This just makes him blush harder "Shuddup, or my fist migh...

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“Darkening Skies” by Salom :)

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*Trigger warning: Suicide* Silver sat next to Blue in the early morning light, one of his wings curled around Blue’s tiny body as they watched the sunrise. Blue’s eyes were wide and fascinated; due to his time with the scientists, this was his first sunrise. The corners of Silver’s mouth twitched up into a slight, rare smile at the wondrous expressions on the smaller angel’s face. He should have felt the pure joy of seeing the skies sooner, Silver thought quietly. The pure ones like Blue deserved to see the sky and enjoy the vast e...

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“The Longing Mother” by Faleha Hakim

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Gradually…..slowly….her eyes shined. The wet sparkle of her eyes seemed glitter in the dim light. Her beauty was still shadowed by the influence of darkness but the steep edged jewels which draped her body, marked their presence with any ray of light which passed by. A sound evolved. The soft clayey mud felt to be compressed beneath silent steps. Someone was sure to approach. Her corners of the eyes noticed two hands touch the heavily crafted wooden railing erected at her front. “Is it time?” a fragile yet completely dry voice slipped from t...

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“Sunrise, Sunset” by R L Brewer

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Sunrise, Sunset He was first to wake, in the chill of the predawn darkness. He gazed at his sleeping bride, and gently moved a stray curl of hair from her face, and arranged the blankets around her as he left the bed. He grabbed a dressing gown from the cupboard and wandered the french doors of their room onto the paved private courtyard. Birds fluttered into the large tree that shaded the garden, frightened from their early breakfast. He took several deep breaths and felt instantly more awake. It was so early, and the light was ...

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“Into the Moonlight ” by Taryn Kaiser

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That day had started off with the kind of natural beauty that had always put a smile on her face. The sky had been alight with the kind of colors that fire holds. Flaming shades of red and yellow and pink. It had been so beautiful. The truth was however, it would have been beautiful no matter what. The sky could have been pouring down rain, snow, or hail and it would still have held a special place in her heart. She had been with Luna. The other woman’s features were still clear in her mind. Ever since what had happened, she had fear...

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“Smiles of butter on warm toast” by Farah F

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"You think there's really a songbird that thinks it dies every time the sun goes down, Arden-Lea?" Roe asks me, their eyes shut tightly against the roaring sunrise before us. "No." I say, watching Roe carefully while shielding my eyes. Their expression, previously hopeful, falls flat and bursts open, like a water balloon on a sharp nail. "I mean," I add hurriedly, "I don't think so, but if there is one, then it's surely quite relieved right now." A small smile spreads over Roe's face, like butter on warm toast, and Roe turns onto their side ...

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“Ripples on a Quiet Lake” by Aisa M

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The aroma of instant coffee woke me up. It wafted into my nostrils, whirled its way into my every nerve, and woke up every bit of my sleeping body parts. I sat cross-legged; hands tucked inside the pocket of my grey sweater, absorbing every heat they can get. My eyes squinted as the tender light of the dawn entered the tent. The fog slowly vanished in the presence of the early morning sun. Puffy, white clouds enveloped the Lover’s Summit – as what everyone called the twin mountains. Mike smiled at me as he transferred freshly fried eggs into...

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Start your story with two characters watching a sunrise and end it with one of them seeing the moon reflecting off a lake.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 301 stories

“Rest Easy, My Midnight Queen” by Brandon Johnson

“Synchronous” by GRACE LARSON

“She is right here” by Srishti Singh

“Until The End Of Time” by Greg Gillis

“The Bridge to Now ” by John K Adams

“Memories” by Chris Buono

“There you see her” by Lily Rebecca 🐰🐾

“City of Echoes” by Elizabeth Inkim

“I Challenge You” by Roth Sassin (inactive)

“Darkening Skies” by Salom :)

“The Longing Mother” by Faleha Hakim

“Sunrise, Sunset” by R L Brewer

“Into the Moonlight ” by Taryn Kaiser

“Smiles of butter on warm toast” by Farah F

“Ripples on a Quiet Lake” by Aisa M

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