Write a story about a character who’s nervous to attend a party - their first in a long time.

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“Ethan's party” by Ana Molv

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It’s the first day of summer vacation and it’s so beautiful and hot outside, my friend Nina asked me to join her for a party, the boy she likes organizes this party at his house and she really wants to go, but what about me? The last two months I’ve been in bed because I’ve broken my leg while climbing a tree in my backyard, so I can look into my neighbour’s yard, he has a very cute dog, a female husky called “See”. Looking at the dog I lost my balance and fell, it wasn’t easy to explain to my parents what I was doing there but, It was...

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“Age Is Just a Number” by Jess Mowdy

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It’s not easy going to a party being the socially awkward wallflower who has two left feet that flop like fish out of water when a girl asks to dance. It makes it even less appealing when you are a recently divorced man in his seventies. After a year of constant fighting over who gets what from the house and finances Jerrold was left with his 2010 Ford Focus and enough money to set himself up in a decent retirement community. Twenty hours of driving after cutting all ties to his former life Jerrold sat in his new furnished apartment and star...

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“Sophina” by Ash Loxley

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The party was for Sophina’s niece’s Quinceanera – celebrating her fifteenth birthday, in other words. Larissa was born to a single mom as her Dad died in a roll over while her parents were expecting her. Larissa’s mom is Sophina’s younger sister by seven years. Sophina is extremely nervous. It’s been several years since she let herself join in a large gathering of any kind, feeling the family disappointment since her husband abandoned her. She was left to figure it all out.... but what. The pandemic fr...

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“Sister” by Jessie Hunnie

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It has been days since I last checked my phone. I haven’t felt anything in a while and it is hard for me to connect with people as I don’t feel like I belong in a crowded place. I just feel fidgety and nervous that I might make a wrong move. So, when Meg—short for Megan called and asked if I wanted to have a little get together, which she often can’t differentiate from the word party, I reluctantly agreed. I needed distraction, and while I am nervous of interacting with people because I have not been out in a long time, a party might provide...

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“Long Time No See” by Ephram Oliver

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The pixels on the computer gleamed in his eyes as he suffered through the last of his online classes for the day. He was not paying attention. If his teacher called on him through the video screen, he could not have heard. His mind was elsewhere. This was the day of the big party, his first in a while. Jared hardly got invited to parties ever. He had never tried to be. Most of his free time was spent reading or playing video games or watching movies. He would much rather experience the thrill of social events vicariously through the fictio...

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“Blankin' Lenny's House” by Michelle Blackerby

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“Albert! What ya doin’ Friday?” “Oh, I ain’t doin’ nothin’. What you got in mind?” Lol. “I’m going to Lenny’s” “Oh, yea, I’ll go to Lenny’s. I ain’t got nothin’ goin’ on, like I said.” I bristle. Blankin’ Lenny’s We haven’t gone back there since ‘that night.’ I’m irritated. Not just because of what took place the last time we were there, but Bob didn’t include me or discuss it with me. Just decided, and made it official by inviting Albert. He’s more than a bit lucky he hangs with Albert. Albe...

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“That night” by Ash Roberts

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I was cold. Even though the fire was blazing and hot, I was freezing. I was alone. Even though there were dozens of people squashed together, I was so alone. I was wide awake. Even though I hadn't slept in 26 hours, I was wired.How did I get into this situation? I couldn't remember. I just knew I couldn't stay. The exit. Where was it? I needed to leave. Now.His face. The argument. Noises. Lots of loud noises. Then,Black.--A recurring nightmare. A constant reminder. A reminder of that night. The night he just wanted to forget. Needed to forge...

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“La noche interminable ” by Elizabeth Greenwoods

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Masika deseaba desesperadamente que lloviera. Sabía que las posibilidades de que eso pasara eran casi nulas, pues el otoño recién había dado indicios de su presencia hace algunos días, levantando hojas teñidas de los árboles con su suave brisa escalofriante. La lluvia no vendría hasta en unos meses más. Aún así, esa mañana había tenido esperanzas al ver grandes nubarrones acumularse sobre la ciudad. Pero como siempre, la esperanza es algo no fidedigno, una ilusión que aún en el último segundo se las ingenia para hacerte creer en lo imposible...

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“The Anarax Gala” by A Mehendale

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Her fingers drum nervously at her hip.No, she reminds herself, not nervously. Bored. Impatient.They dance over the deep blue fabric, the small pocket concealed within it, stitched into the side seam. She fights to keep her hand from balling up into a fist and hiding itself away. Likewise, she resists the urge to toy with the ring, distracting in its unfamiliarity, that sits heavy at the base of her right index. It is already somewhat at odds with the rest of her delicate attire, the metal thick and dull where her dress is light and the rest ...

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“Reflection” by Imarie Oberholzer

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Content warning: body/weight insecurity The mirror glares at me. “Are you sure about that?” it asks, with bared teeth. I sigh, my shoulders falling slack in the skintight red dress I had the bad idea to try on. “Well, I thought I was,” I say, more to myself than to the now snickering mirror as I shrug off the hideous, fat-hugging scrap of material. Back to square one. I’ll be the first to admit that it's been a while since I last went out, but I don’t remember it being so hard. Then again, I don’t remember having to argue with m...

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“My first party in a long time” by Molz Z-Z

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The infection rates finally went down and with them the restrictions. Thus, my friend dragged me out of the comfort of my own room. “Alex is throwing a party tomorrow night. 8PM. I told them you’re gonna come,” Taylor texted knowing full well that I’m in no way a party person. Small gatherings with a few close friends are okay, but being invited to a full-blown party with several strangers just sounds like a big nightmare. Normally I’d just tell Taylor that I wouldn’t go – full stop. But I can’t bring myself to do so; Taylor has been ramblin...

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“The Reluctant Party-goer” by Milena Furtado

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Janice was a pretty twenty-seven year old who was quite vivacious by nature. She was something of a party animal and enjoyed going for such celebrations. It was immaterial to her what kind of party it happened to be. It could be a relative’s engagement party or a party celebrating a friend’s birthday. It could even be a children’s party. She still liked to attend such events, and derived huge enjoyment from them. She was at her best on these occasions while meeting and mingling with friends and relatives. For her, there was nothing to dislik...

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“Becky ” by Maleah Chadwick

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I was fumbling to get my keycard into the hotel door when someone threw their hand around my neck. "I can't wait to see you at the party tonight, you're going to absolutely rock it, but like, you're going to change...right?" Slurred a very drunk brunette who teetered precariously on stilettos. I opened my mouth to speak, but nothing came out. "Oh, you'll do just fine Becky, you'll do just fine." I wanted to tell her I wasn't Becky, but I only managed to shrug my shoulders. "K, Becks, I'll be back later to get you." She wandered off down the ...

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“Borrowed Courage” by Heather Skinner

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Pellets of rain pound the storm door. I know that once I make a run for it, my white Vans will be ruined. I map the least destructive path – down the three steps, over the puddle forming in the center of the walk, past my overly affectionate lab that will appear out of nowhere to greet me before I touch the door of my car. What’s the use? This outfit and hair that I spent the last two hours assembling will never survive to impress anyone. Why even bother? The invitation was basically an accident anyway. Charlotte was just trying to impress ...

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“If You Can Survive Jail, You Can Survive a Graduation Party” by Katie Beth Putt

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It’s been a rough few years. Jail changed my life. House arrest was a challenge. Then mom got sick. I really should go to the party tonight; it’s the only time my nephew will graduate from university and I should be there to help him celebrate. He worked so hard, and I am proud of him being the first college graduate in our family. But. I can’t face these people. If embezzling from our local parish wasn’t bad enough, I had to write bad checks to my grandma. They will never forgive me, not that I expect them to-I will never forgive myself. ...

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Write a story about a character who’s nervous to attend a party - their first in a long time.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 156 stories

“Ethan's party” by Ana Molv

“Age Is Just a Number” by Jess Mowdy

“Sophina” by Ash Loxley

“Sister” by Jessie Hunnie

“Long Time No See” by Ephram Oliver

“Blankin' Lenny's House” by Michelle Blackerby

“That night” by Ash Roberts

“La noche interminable ” by Elizabeth Greenwoods

“The Anarax Gala” by A Mehendale

“Reflection” by Imarie Oberholzer

“My first party in a long time” by Molz Z-Z

“The Reluctant Party-goer” by Milena Furtado

“Becky ” by Maleah Chadwick

“Borrowed Courage” by Heather Skinner

“If You Can Survive Jail, You Can Survive a Graduation Party” by Katie Beth Putt

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Write a story about a character who gets lost at a carnival or festival.

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Write about a reluctant party-goer who ends up being the star of the show.

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