Write a story about an ordinary person speaking truth to power.

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“We try to fight against racism” by Fresh Start0

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"them whities don't know what they're doin'"the man looked up from his book."you shouldn't call anyone that, ma Gracie"the old woman swung the rolling pin at him."I can call them all I like! first, they kill George Floyd. then they take my Bessie's Ronny? God help him in tha' prison!""I pray for him night and day. ever since rosa parks sat on tha' bus" the old man said, rattling his stick.a boy ran into the kitchen, he propped his school bag on the counter.the man placed the book beside him."How was school, joey?" he asked."school was fine, ...

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“Parable of Snow White and the Journalist” by Eva Lewis

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Parable of Snow White and the Journalist In time prevailing de jure, a vain older woman, whose face was in a mirror, was jealous of a little girl whose face was not in the mirror, where hers was. Whenever the woman looked in the mirror, where her face was and the little girl’s was not, she was conscious that she did not have the face of the little girl. She wrote an article in her journal column, informing the men of the world that the little girl, whose fa...

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“Powerless” by Joe Swanson

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“How can you let this travesty of injustice continue? The future of mankind rests in the ability of future generations to improve the lives of citizens of the world, by promoting social and economic issues that will not inhibit, but promote the betterment of mankind. You seem content to sit back and watch while those in power, who seek only more power and the wealth that accompanies it, to continue, no matter the devastating consequences to future generations. And I might add, with no significant consequences to those encouraging...

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“Extra-Ordinary” by Al Johnson

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Power came in the form of a vision for Prince. It wasn’t a dream enveloping one’s mind when remnants of the day’s troubles swirled into a plausible reality. It was a plain vision, tempting Prince with the promise of, well, power. And it could speak. Not a physical, booming voice, but it carried itself nevertheless through nerves and circuits, whispering words directly into Prince’s head. But before the conversation between Power and Prince ensued, the readers must know that Prince was ordinary, a commoner indeed. Power was as abstract to P...

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“I Am Power” by S.N. Beale

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I am ordinary. I am you. There are times I want to curl up in a tiny ball and scream until my lungs give out…sometimes I do. When I know, I am not being heard, when I have exhausted every subtle tone and discreet, friendly, passive manner of saying, “You are hurting me. This is unfair. I need help or at least rest. Please give me space because you are smothering me. STOP IT! LEAVE ME ALONE! STOP TOUCHING ME!” Until horror washes through me, and I realize you are perfectly aware that I cannot breathe. You can hear me. You have processed e...

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“Truth Magic Works in Mysterious Ways” by LM Konkel-Dixon

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*Featuring characters from "Let's Face the Future" The longer Lhan walks, the more he realizes the danger he's in. His supplies wouldn't last long, and frankly, he wasn't sure how to tell what was safe up here and what would kill him gruesomely. He felt panic clawing its way up his throat, threatening to choke him. What was he going to do? He couldn't make it on his own! He stumbles over a mossy stone and catches himself on a slender tree that bends with his weight. "Sorry!" He exclaims, shuffling back as soon as he's steady. He chec...

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“AN APPLE OF DISCORD” by Raja Mukherjee

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AN APPLE OF DISCORD (Criminals must leave some clues to find them.) [Some words:- My relative Sanku uncle's close friend was Alok babu. Alok chand (35 Years) is a very simple man. He did many odd jobs in his life but to find the truth is his passion. He became a Goverment Employee once but resigned from his job because he doesn't like to tamper the truth behind the lies. He wants to work freely .He is the main character in this detective story. He leads the role of the detective having so much efficiency in this work. All of his...

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“Supernova” by The Creech

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Some men have an undeniably powerful presence. When they walk into a room, the air changes. All wandering eyes latch onto his inflated chest and raised chin, all ears perk up at the sound of his commanding tongue, and all minds cannot help but wonder about him. Men of power, money and self-importance dominate everything in their path. But sometimes a man possesses this presence separate from petty traits—a presence that is innately rooted in his being. It originates from wisdom, strength of character, charisma and accumulation of curiosities...

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“Kangaroo Court” by Robert Consiglio

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People’s War Crimes Court, New Altron City, Jecos province, Artican Protectorate of Paradeshia, planet Piasha The blaster clatters to the ground and the many spectators packed in the courtroom's gallery let out a collective gasp. “This weapon,” says the prosecutor,” was found in the possession of this deviant.” He points his finger at the defendant, sitting, huddled in the defendant’s box, being restrained by a force field. A hissing sound can be heard emanating from t...

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“The truth shall set you free” by Faryal Bukhari

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“Three things cannot be long hidden: the Sun, the Moon and the Truth”. With this quotation by Buddha, little, malformed Kokknis closed his book, reclined against tree stock and drove himself into his land of dreams where truth always prevailed under his aegis. Kokknis was brownie type of fairy. He had been frequently bullied by his fellow faries for his physical appearance as well as for his contemplations over all the injustices and lies of royalty. But he never mind those fellows instead their degrading remarks always reminded him of words...

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“"POWER IN THE WORK FORCE"” by Robin Simon

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Lidia Jenkins, is an editor for a news paper in her town, very quiet, kept to herself kind of person, but she will chase any story and will be at every rally there is that will stand for justice and truth. Everyone complimented her on how great a job she would do on every assignment but this particular day she came across the reading on the march for equality and it gave her idea. I am a hard working woman, and spite all that I have to deal with at work, we need to be heard and people need to understand we need to stand up for getting the ...

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“Love is the Greatest Power” by Amogh Bodhi

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I was travelling back to my home from office on my scooter. It was 8.20 pm and was already dark. My mind was completely whirling with opinions since I came out of my Editor Mr Abhinav’s cabin. It’s my ultimate ambition to do something colossal in my career. For past one year it’s ‘True Voice’ newspaper agency for which I was working as a junior reporter. My last project of exposing Patel Engineering firm for employing children as labours went fuddled. Despite of my stubborn efforts to collect proofs, in the end I was unsuccessful. Besid...

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“Two Lies and Aruth” by Tara Tyler Robinson

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TWO LIES AND ARUTH Three friends walked arm in arm in arm down a narrow road. They gossiped and giggled as fourteen-year-old maidens tend to do. But these were no ordinary maidens, not daughters from the local farm or shop. Fuscia was Princess of the land, out on a secret jaunt, joined by her two trusted handmaid friends—Kandace and Aruthel. “Aruthel, where did you get such a horrid name?” Plump Kandace asked as she chewed on an apple. She had a healthy appetite and no tact whatsoever. Fuscia scowled playfully at her. “Now Kandi, it’s p...

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“Be the Change” by Prafulla Vyas

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Avatar sat like a mute, amongst the elders of the village, gathered under the banyan tree. It’s shade extended beyond the entrance of the old haveli, where they were guests of honour. They were seated cross-legged, his father, his uncle and the girl‘s father, sipping tea while discussing his engagement ceremony. Avatar could never understand why his father preferred to sip hot tea in a stainless steel tumbler, on a sweltering afternoon. He preferred a cool glass of lemonade with ice floating on the surface. He tried to sit cross-legged lik...

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“Vote For Yourself” by Christopher Cayen-Cyr

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“A vote for me is a vote for affordable healthcare.”The crowd erupted in thunderous applause, in awe of the man before them.“A vote for me is a vote for social equity.”The cheers multiplied, filling up the sumptuously decorated hospital atrium.“Most of all, a vote for me is a vote for research. It’s a vote for the promise of a better future for all of us. The stakes are high, and every vote counts.”All attendees, hospital staff and patients alike, rose to their feet in near worship of Representative Skyler. Dressed in an immaculate suit punc...

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Write a story about an ordinary person speaking truth to power.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 68 stories

“We try to fight against racism” by Fresh Start0

“Parable of Snow White and the Journalist” by Eva Lewis

“Powerless” by Joe Swanson

“Extra-Ordinary” by Al Johnson

“I Am Power” by S.N. Beale

“Truth Magic Works in Mysterious Ways” by LM Konkel-Dixon

“AN APPLE OF DISCORD” by Raja Mukherjee

“Supernova” by The Creech

“Kangaroo Court” by Robert Consiglio

“The truth shall set you free” by Faryal Bukhari

“"POWER IN THE WORK FORCE"” by Robin Simon

“Love is the Greatest Power” by Amogh Bodhi

“Two Lies and Aruth” by Tara Tyler Robinson

“Be the Change” by Prafulla Vyas

“Vote For Yourself” by Christopher Cayen-Cyr

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Write a cautionary fable about someone who always lies.

Write about a prince or princess who is asked to give up something valuable as part of a deal to escape the world they come from.

Write a fairy tale about an outsider trying to fit in.

Write about an author famous for their fairy tale retellings.

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