Write a story about someone who takes a joke way too far.

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“Evergreens and Four Hunters October 31st of 1948” by Jeffery Young

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“Matthew!” Luke called out into a tangle of overgrown evergreens.“Yeah?” Matthew was in the bushes some way off from camp. When nature calls, you answer, regardless of the circumstance. He righted his pants, straightened his shirt, and wiped his hands on some tree bark. “What’s got you, Lucky?”“Just get up here!” Came the reply.Matthew smiled. He knew how much Luke hated that nickname, but as far as older brothers go, Luke was among the easiest of the four to push over. Mark and Johnny, the second and first eldest respectively, were much mor...

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“The Last Noelle of Hannah Fishbein” by Lea Wade

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The Last Noel of Hannah FischbeinLea Wade - AuthorHannah Fischbein preferred a life of simplicity. It has always been her goal to avoid life's little dramas and complications and growing up in a home with congenial parents and no siblings to rival contributed greatly to her happiness. Over time, she had developed the notion that marriage would become an obstacle to that happiness and saw no reason to pursue it.Upon graduation from college, Hannah eagerly moved from her parent's home to her own apartment in the upscale North Hill neighborhood...

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“Fangs for letting me in...” by Maddison Whitelaw

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The leaves were already starting to fall, covering the small, sleepy town in an orange blanket. Neighbours setting up their front yards with their annual decorations fit for a movie scene. Halloween was near; in fact, it was tonight. Stacy packed the trunk with her belongings and climbed into the driver’s seat, ready to embark on her way to the scariest part of it all; the gym. Reversing out of the driveway, she took one last look at her warm, cosy house, sighed, and drove off. After a short journey, the gym was in sight. Sitting patiently o...

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“Lost and Found” by Fiona Stoffer

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“He’s in the canal.” Simon cocked his head to the door. “Could be the one outside this pub, for all I know. Probably stuck to one of the bicycles at the bottom.” Martin raised an eyebrow. “You know, his shirt wrapped around a handlebar or something,” Simon said, as if it was obvious. “That’s why his body hasn’t floated up to the surface.” “What makes you think he drowned? A missing teenager could turn up anywhere.” Simon shook his head and took a gulp from his pint. “In the canal, I’m telling you. Just a drunk boy who lost his balance when h...

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“No TIme left to Forgive” by Hazel Carter

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After spending several years away at college and then working, Sally Thomason returned home for her high school reunion. It was to be a week of activities planned out by the class president and corridor, Kathy Miller, another friend she looked forward to seeing again. As Sally returned to her small hometown, she couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia and excitement. Seeing familiar faces and revisiting the places she had grown up filled her with joy and anticipation. Sally had missed the close-knit community feel of her hometown and was...

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“Bridal Wrath” by K.M Tomkinson

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This was it. Dan knew if there was ever a time to give Ava the news, it was now. As he walked down the spectacularly lit, florally decorated hallway, Dan couldn’t help but smile. Sure, he felt bad for what he was about to say to his sister, but he’d never liked the man she was about to marry anyway. Reaching the end of the corridor, Dan knocked on the dressing room door gently and waited for a response. Leaning against the timber, Dan barely deciphered the words, “come in,” because she’d uttered them so softly. He pushed open the door and s...

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“Harvinn is a Lonely God” by Gavin Reed

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Harvin was a lonely god. The god of joy and laughter some may call it, and yet he sits solemnly alone. Always alone. So full of life, yet so void of love. What a lonely god he is. Once while upon the land, he marched against a clear sky. When near the bluest of harbors he spoke towards the sky. He feigned tears while calling up to the heavens towards the domain of his brother, Faruin. Who used the sky to protect from the sun. He called out questioning Faruin’s love of their sister, Eshtar. With a domain of connection she was loved by t...

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“A Murder of a Man Named Fish” by Chris Aguilar

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The Heckle & Jeckle Comedy Club, once a hub and lifeblood for laughter, now rhythmically pulsated with blue and red police lights. “Looks like murder.” Officer Martinez grunted, as he lit the cigarette between his teeth. Murder, the word hanging heavy in the cool frigid air. “Murder? Here?” Officer Miller choked in a nervous tremor. “Mhm,” Martinez mumbled as a plume of smoke exited his cheeks, “Looks like it, son.” he continued as he gestured to a woman huddled on the curb, draped in a blanket, “Says she witnessed the whole thing....

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“Walking Lessons ” by Willie Tee

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“Hold it,” Deuce put his arm across Brian’s chest as he was about to step into the street at the crosswalk. A Ford Escort, burnt orange from the combination of rust and a faded paint job, swerved around the corner. “Pinheads,” came a voice from the rolled down passenger side window followed by a still lit cigarette butt. The car came so close to the boys that Brian could’ve touched the brim of the New York Yankees baseball hat that the passenger wore. The car chugged out of the corner as the driver flooded th...

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“April's Fool” by Cara Parker

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"April fools!" screamed Mason as he dumped feathers and glue on a girl's head. "Mason, you jerk!" she yelled. He laughed and walked away, as he always did. Mason Brown was the school prankster, and everyone knew it, yet no one would confront him. Perhaps they were afraid of him. Mason had always been a problem child. He was orphaned at two years old upon the death of his parents by a drunk driver. He had lived with his grandparents ever since. Though he always had a smirk on his face, he burned with anger on the inside; this anger was cause...

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“Eratz Perspicacity” by Dr. Stephen A Salaka

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A layer of fine dust coated the lodge, stirring a sneeze from Miley Krinplosi. The grand fireplace, flanked by mismatched armchairs, hinted at cozy gatherings forgotten by time. Antlers adorned the walls, some askew as if disturbed by unseen forces. The air crackled with a strange stillness, as though the lodge itself held its breath, awaiting their return. Miley tried to shake off the peculiar unease settling into her bones. The lodge seemed to hold its breath, a strange, lingering stillness in the air, as though it was anticipati...

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Write a story about someone who takes a joke way too far.

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✍️ 26 stories

“Evergreens and Four Hunters October 31st of 1948” by Jeffery Young

“The Last Noelle of Hannah Fishbein” by Lea Wade

“Fangs for letting me in...” by Maddison Whitelaw

“Lost and Found” by Fiona Stoffer

“No TIme left to Forgive” by Hazel Carter

“Bridal Wrath” by K.M Tomkinson

“Harvinn is a Lonely God” by Gavin Reed

“A Murder of a Man Named Fish” by Chris Aguilar

“Walking Lessons ” by Willie Tee

“April's Fool” by Cara Parker

“Eratz Perspicacity” by Dr. Stephen A Salaka

🌟 Similar prompts

Write a story that includes the phrase “It’s all fun and games…”

Set your story in a playground: two characters are having a serious conversation while on the seesaw/in the jungle gym/on the swings.

Write a story about someone participating in a seemingly innocent game that suddenly takes a turn.

Write about a character who treats everything like a game and struggles to be serious when they most need to, or vice versa.

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