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#105: Gaining Perspective

Selecting which point of view to tell their story from is one of the most crucial choices an author can make. Whether you opt for the intimacy of first person (“I”), the directness of second person (“you”), or the versatility of third person (“they”), this decision is critically important in creating a story that resonates with readers. Identifying your POV characters is also of the utmost importance: a story might actually be more interesting when told not from the perspective of the action hero, but through the eyes of their overshadowed, long-suffering sidekick.

With this week’s prompts, I’d like you to consider your choice of perspective, and maybe try something new! Put yourself into the shoes of an unexpected character — or ask your character to consider another’s point of view. How meta!

Like I mentioned, we’re currently working on some big changes to Prompts. With that in mind, we’re asking again for you to submit your stories 24 hours earlier than usual, to make those changes possible. The deadline for submitting a story to this week’s contest is 11:59PM EST on Thursday, August 5th. Stay tuned!

This week's prompts

Write a story from the point of view of three different characters.

Character – 191 stories

Write about a person trying to see something from another’s point of view.

Nonfiction – 92 stories

Write your story from the perspective of a side character.

Character – 143 stories

Write a story that switches between first person and third person point of view.

Kids – 100 stories

Write about a character who can suddenly see through another person's eyes — literally.

Adventure – 131 stories

Stories

“Teenagers are Stupid” by RIC .

Submitted to Contest #105

The passing streetlights went by so fast they almost looked like stars. The road was smooth, no bumps, good. Everyone inside the car was cramped. Or, they were. The driver wasn’t really driving as much as he was talking. The woman next to him chatted him up easily, the two locked in their own conversation, in their own world. Forgetting on the people in the back seat. The car was dark, the leather smooth against their shorts. They were in th...

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“Duplicity With the Demagogue” by Graham Kinross

Submitted to Contest #105

There aren’t many upsides to being the best friend of a psychotic murderer beyond your own survival. When I first knew him the future Lord of Death’s Fire was just a talented mage who tolerated me in his long shadow. I was a coward not to try harder to divert him from the violent road he started down. He always had a short temper. The Masters of the College of Magi could not contain his curiosity or keep up with his raw power. I was the runt of the class, passing only I think because tutors were hoping my timid nature would rub off on Maz....

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“Letters to James” by William John Locke

Submitted to Contest #105

Bristol, August 4, 1875My dearest daughter Jemma, It is of the utmost importance that you come home, and with great haste. Your mother misses you greatly, and your sisters find themselves at a loss without you to aid and direct them.I implore upon you the thought of Oliver, who anxiously waits for your arrival, as we accepted his proposal sometime last week. Engagements are already underway for your wedding attire, and you must remember the honor that was granted us for him to ask for your hand. Your ...

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“CHAIN OF MISFORTUNE” by Alizah Muhammad

Submitted to Contest #105

One bad mum, destroyed half the world… He would often say. On that bench, sitting next to Andrea, I have a bad life, he bitterly cried. Work on it and you might make it big and become the one the world looks up to. She smiled with kind eyes, her encouragement was like a kid running to you with open arms and a bright smile. And what if I don’t? he turned away from the happy child as usual. The grumpy man was unaware of the light next to him and the light next to him was equally unaware of the consequences of being embraced. You will be like m...

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“The ancient house” by Fiery Red

Submitted to Contest #105

The sweeping edifice stood there, proud and erect and undaunted by time. Though covered in mosses and hanging loops, the ceiling-height doors adorned in intricate floral patterns and bay windows guarded by curved window grills epitomized aristocracy. Maybe years ago, the elites had dined there in merry times. Mr. Gupta had always loved this long forgotten relic and basked in pleasure whenever he beheld it, sipping his morning teas. At dawn, when the rays of the sun kisses the beautifully lined and dotted surface; it glows red with love. The ...

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“DENOUMENT” by John Del Rio

Submitted to Contest #105

Gerald had not seen Teague in such a state. He had seen the troubleshooter take more punishment than many a man, with nary a sign of discomfort: but the big troubleshooter now lay on Doc Morten’s exam table. Teague was unconscious and seemingly, covered in blood. Like many of his medieval counterparts, the Doc was a true barber surgeon. There was even a red, white, and blue pole outside of his office. The big bruiser liked to joke that the Doc was there in Bethlehem to deliver the babe in the manger: he looked that old. Doc Morten ha...

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“Maroon Cherry Sunglasses” by Mocha Tea

Submitted to Contest #105

“Cliff, could you get that pancake mix for me?” Cliff looked down at Nick, who was stirring egg yolks in a plastic bowl. He was wearing a light pink apron with frills around the bottom. He was wearing a large white tanktop that was cut open on the sides. He was also wearing a black tube top underneath. His black legging shorts were a bit dirty from the egg yolk spilling. “Uh...yeah, sure.” Cliff reached towards a higher shelf, grabbing the box of pancake mix and handing it to Nick. He smiled up at Cliff in response, adding a cup or...

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“The Incredible Edible Box” by Denise Pearson

Submitted to Contest #105

The Incredible Edible Box By Denise A. Pearson “Earth to Bradley Carpenter. This is your partner, Casey Tillman calling.” I lifted my head. “What’s the problem?”said Casey. “Problem? We’ve been working on this for a month. How can we win first prize in the science fair if we can’t...

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“Thanksgiving with George Washington” by Lydia Hill

Submitted to Contest #105

“Everybody!! George Washington is here!” Lilly screamed, her usually quiet, sweet and serene voice was now loud and panicked. She whirled around, her long brown hair flying. Her light blue eyes scanned the table opposite of the front door. The long table was laden with creamy white plates on top of a lacy white table cloth. Orange, crimson, and gold paper napkins cheerfully sat on the plates, making the table feel as if it was a mirror of the multicolored trees outside. Candles surrounded the turkey, mashed potatoes, pudding, and assortment ...

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“Raex” by Kat Mordaunt

Submitted to Contest #105

Vae peeked out the window, watching the battle. The Humans were getting closer and closer to the Raex’s hidden base with every battle – eventually, the Raex would have to evacuate. The Humans scared her. They were always fighting, and the Raex warriors fought back. They had to, to protect their race. If they let the Humans through, the Humans would slaughter the Raex, leaving no one behind. The Raex would go extinct. Vae turned away from the battle, biting back the tears that threatened to e...

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“The Spynx Cat” by Shayan Ayaz

Submitted to Contest #105

The Sphynx Cat You never know who you might meet... Go to elgoog Earth (there were copyright issues…) do you see that HUGE place with France, Spain, Germany etc? Good, now look at the small insignificant dot next to it (you might need a magnifying glass).Found it? Well done, you win a prize-you get to read this book (some may say that it's a punishment but that’s beside the point…)for this is where our story starts. There is a boy called Tom. Tom was a good boy. He was the sort of person who would help an old lady with her shopping or help...

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“Dear Wilbur, Do You Remember How I Loved You?” by Lisa D

Submitted to Contest #105

Dear Wilbur,Do you remember when we first met? I do. I was the new kid at school, getting teased out of my mind for my pink light up shoes, and my hands trembling. I remember locking myself in the bathroom, tears filling my eyes. And I remember you. You, barging in, like the sun after a thunderstorm, lighting up my life like those sketchers I lost so long ago. Did I ever tell you that you were my sun? You were. You lit up every day after that, every moment.I remember the day he came into the picture too. The new kid, the british exchange stu...

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“Anyplace, Anywhere, Anytime” by Eric D.

Submitted to Contest #105

Donovan Lewinsky was one of the most well known influential names in the last decade, at least according to the music world where he had established himself as a pop icon with international recognition. His face would be plastered on every magazine outlet, television and trending social media app. Everyone knew exactly where he would be, even his mundane decisions would have consequential impacts on trends. For example, Don had taken a trip to Quito and the world's eyes were on Ecuador for the few weeks he was there, scrutinizing every ...

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“Happy at Last, See” by Cass Marie

Submitted to Contest #105

"Happy at Last, See" "I just don't get it, Raelene. Sometimes I think the Lord put your brain in backwards. Why do you think you should marry that man after everything he has already put you through?" Of course, Michelle, my best friend of forever, didn't understand. She had never been in love. She left highschool for college, and then into her (almost) dream career as an assistant librarian. She finds love in books...romance novels, she calls them...what do books know an...

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“Best Friends” by Christine Cassello

Submitted to Contest #105

BEST FRIENDS 1,086 words Janie opened her mail and read the invitation to a Halloween party that Manuella was giving. She looked at the envelope she had just opened to make sure that it was addressed to her and she had not received it by mistake. I wonder what she’s up to, Janie thought. At school the next day, Janie saw Manuella and Karen in the coat room. “Thank you for inviting me to your party, Manuella,” Janie said. “Oh, I had to invite all of the kids in the class or my Mom wouldn’t let me have a party,” Manuella told her. “W...

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Ended on 23:59 - Aug 05, 2021 EST

Won by Vi Bisky 🏆

Title: The Next Good Day

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