Write a story from the point of view of a “sasaeng” (an obsessive fan).

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“Fans” by Michał Przywara

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Neal Rowden hoisted himself over the bleached fifteen foot wall, dropped into a shrubbery, and rolled across the manicured lawn. He grunted, stood up, and dusted off his tuxedo. And then he pulled out his phone and turned off the mansion’s alarm system with the app. Of course it required a password, but of course – TK had provided it for him, as they were the very best of friends. If he was honest, he found this way of getting into the mansion a little annoying, but he knew there was no other way. Paparazzi camped at the front entrance 24/7,...

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“The Swatter” by Tommy Goround

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One would not normally use a fly swatter to remove a pizza from an oven. It doesn't matter that they are the same basic shape.I'm trying to explain this to Bedo who looks forlorn. His yellow plastic flyswatter is the only item he brought through customs besides the necessary change of clothing and one toothbrush. It's less than satisfying because most people get wonderful gifts when they host a child.My neighbor Henry points to his Hyundai in the yard."Come on Bedo." We walk right past the green bedazzled Hyundai as my neighbor is trying to ...

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“I Wrote This Song for You” by Story Time

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Dear Sereva, I wanted you to listen To this song I wrote I’ve never written A song in my life Or anything, really In my life Not a poem Not a short story Not unless it was in school And a teacher Was making me do it The thought of paragraphs Terrifies me to this day And so even now I have to break down the lines As I’m typing this out to you I also have to be careful Because the nurses here Love to keep an eye on us As though we’re prisoners Instead of residents here At Farmington Pond My daughter dropped me here On my sixty-nint...

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“Her Signature” by Shana Fox

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[CW: Kidnapping, Non-consensual Behavior, Gore]“Welcome to Episode 603 of ‘That’s My Signature.’ Where we cover all the latest news, gossip, and more for the world’s greatest group ever! Signature~.Today I have a very special guest in the studio with me. Can you guess who it is?” I paused momentarily, making a note of the recording time in a notebook; 18.37 seconds, slice in a clip of my beloved’s voice singing a solo from ‘Moments in Moments’. It was one of the group’s least popular songs, but I couldn’t make it too easy for those so-called...

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“Idol” by Nicholas Thomas

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I could not believe my luck. Out of the hundreds of thousands, if not millions, I was the one who won the sweepstakes. I had won the opportunity to meet and spend an evening with my hero, my most favorite celebrity in the world. I got off the plane and saw the atmosphere was absolutely sublime for this meeting, as I am meeting the king of horror himself! The night was dark and cloudy, with not a single star in sight. I left the airport, got in the taxi to the public meeting area, and soon I was walking down the street, my heart pounding wit...

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“The Price of Devotion” by Olivia Lake

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Warning: mentions of self harm, physical violence, and abuse. So, you’re my lawyer? Hmm. Considering how much my father is paying you, you’d better be good. I’ll be level with you: everyone has their price. From the taxi drivers who will chase idols across Seoul, to the airline agents who will leak the flight details for different groups, to the apartment building residents who will sell the addresses of their famous neighbors - any information and any favor is just a matter of money. Of course, I don’t expect you to be surprised. You’...

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“ Dear Dohyun ” by Summer Hayes

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Dear Dohyun, &...

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“What Families Do” by John K Adams

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“Where’ve you been?” Hudson heard a familiar voice from across the foyer. He looked from his mailbox to see his brother, Christopher, sitting on the floor. Hudson said, “Hey Bro! Long time nose-y! You know… Concert with friends. You lost? Whaddya want?” Christopher ignored his brother’s question. “How many concerts you been to?” “Fifteen. I think. So far. ‘Bout one per week.” Puzzled, Hudson asked, “Why are you here?” He started up the stairs. His brother followed. Christopher asked, “Local bands?” “We follow the tour.” ‘What’s he want?’ “H...

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“The Secrets We Covet” by Asia Moore

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Chapter 1: The Awakening I have always been captivated by the glimmering lights of the stage, the euphoria that permeates through the air when the music begins, and the sheer brilliance of those who grace it. They call me a "sasaeng," a label draped in judgment and disdain. But do they truly understand me? Do they see the passion that burns within me or the yearning for connection that drives my every move? My name is Minji, a name that has faded into obscurity as my obsession consumed me. It started innocently enough, a deep admiration fo...

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“Willow Rose” by Colleen Ireland

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Willow looked more Ghost than Witch. Her wispy silver-blonde hair and pale features blended almost seamlessly into the pearl-white walls of the East Hollywood salon where she worked as a shampoo girl. Invisible until needed, no one noticed Willow when she emptied a dustpan of swept-up hair and nail clippings into the front pocket of her black smock. She would have been chased out with a broom. Willow smiled at the irony of the image, enjoying her inside joke. Willow didn’t belong in a salon, and she certainly didn’t belong in L.A. Sh...

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“Her” by Marissa Marie

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Per the recommendation of my therapist who, if I may be so impolite as to mention, does not appear to know an ass from an elbow, I am going to write here about the events that have transpired today. This is despite the fact that today has not been different than any other day, and thus all of the details I paint out here will be the exact same thought processes I have been conveying to said therapist verbally for the past seven months, but I digress. As for what occurred today… I went through all of Her social media photos once again,...

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“Vanderbilt torment ft. PRESidenT” by Pres T

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*Warning this story contains themes of Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Physical abuse, and suicide Reader discretion is advised* Dear Young Prezzy, I’m here, writing to you again. I figured this would be the best way to reach you since your Instagram DMs are probably full. And also when I come to think of it, who in 2023 still writes fan mail, well besides me? I deleted my instagram anyways; bullies, trolls and idiots kept spamming me with complete and utter garbage. Telling me that “I should end it all”, that “I’m ugly” and social...

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“Stunt Double ” by Mitchell Kaye

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The barista cradled a stainless steel pitcher, balancing it under the steam wand. When she felt the sides of the pitcher get warm, indicating the fat in the whole milk had broken down allowing air to enter and microfoam to bubble up, she poured it over two fresh shots of espresso and handed it off. “And for you?”She looked up at me for the first time and I asked for a large flat white. She smiled and tilted her head, “And. uh. your name?” “Arny” The barista let out a giggle, “ok, Arny, your coffee will be out in a m...

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“The Tiger, The Leopard, The Rabbit” by Matthew Keoki Miller

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Hyun-Joo gnashed on her left fingernails, a nervous tick her mother had tried to beat out of her, when the teapot whistled in readiness. She slid across the linoleum to the stovetop in two strides and clicked off the gas. When she was a teenager, that sense of motion, the unbalance, and the chance she might slip and crack her head open on an edge, were irresistible. Her day-to-day life had been so crushingly uneventful that she savored these fleeting rushes. Now, she only sought one thrill. She lifted the pot and tipped the hot water into ...

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“Ji Hyun the Sasaeng” by Michael Nguyen

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YEDOH ENTERTAINMENT HEADQUARTERS PRACTICE ROOM - Seoul, South Korea. THE MEMBERS:STACY - the beautiful young oneYERI - the maknae, still a teenager and very smallYE RIM - the old leader, 36, but still beautifulWENDY - the quiet, talented foreigner from JapanWendy is about to take a bite of kimchi when the manager smacks the chopsticks out of her hands.MANAGERNot until this current schedule is completed.WENDYWhen will that be?MANAGERAnother three weeks, but if things go well we’ll push the promotions right into next year.She looks l...

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Write a story from the point of view of a “sasaeng” (an obsessive fan).

Submissions are closed

✍️ 34 stories

“Fans” by Michał Przywara

“The Swatter” by Tommy Goround

“I Wrote This Song for You” by Story Time

“Her Signature” by Shana Fox

“Idol” by Nicholas Thomas

“The Price of Devotion” by Olivia Lake

“ Dear Dohyun ” by Summer Hayes

“What Families Do” by John K Adams

“The Secrets We Covet” by Asia Moore

“Willow Rose” by Colleen Ireland

“Her” by Marissa Marie

“Vanderbilt torment ft. PRESidenT” by Pres T

“Stunt Double ” by Mitchell Kaye

“The Tiger, The Leopard, The Rabbit” by Matthew Keoki Miller

“Ji Hyun the Sasaeng” by Michael Nguyen

🌟 Similar prompts

Set your story at a large entertainment venue, after the show has ended, amongst the discarded plastic cups and confetti.

Write a story about someone who has put “Blood Sweat & Tears” into getting where they are — only to question whether it was worth it.

Write a story inspired by SHINee’s “Ring Ding Dong”, where someone can’t get a song out of their head no matter how hard they try.

Write about someone who has always done something as part of a group, and is now starting to set out solo, or vice versa.

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