#111: What Endures Through Time
Mary Wollstonecraft was a renowned philosopher and writer who, despite dying at just 38, published works that changed feminist thought and literature forever. Writing as she was in the eighteenth century, Wollstonecraft’s portrayal of unapologetic, strong, intelligent heroines was not only brave, but revolutionary — and today’s writers and feminist thinkers owe a great deal to the groundwork she laid over two hundred years ago.
Since this week’s contest falls on the anniversary of Wollstonecraft’s death, we want to reflect on her remarkable legacy — and indeed on the impact one person can make, even in relatively little time.
This week's prompts
Set your story in eighteenth century London, including a casual reference to something that changes the course of history.
Historical Fiction
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21 stories
Write about a group of friends who hope to use their combined skills to better the world.
Middle School
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16 stories
Stories
“A LEGACY” by Mary Kurpiewski
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“The Bell Jar” by Joe Martelle
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“Leah's Legacy” by Holly B
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“Naomi’s Corner” by Natalie K
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“Unfinished Dialogue” by Kyrie Dunning
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“The Five Word Goodbye” by Penni Warford
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“Soulmate Coffee” by Danielle Thompson
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“Daughter of Fate” by SJ Lemon
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“The Secret Society” by Donald King
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“The Price of Silver and a Fugitive” by Caroline Ryder
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“Whitechapel Red” by Megan Honrud
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“A Change Is Coming” by Greg Gillis
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“WORK FROM HOME” by Sudheshna Oruganti
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“Our Great Fire” by Johnathan Liles
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“Crushing It” by Anisha Yagnik
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$250
Prize money
124
Contest entries
112
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Sep 17, 2021 EST
Won by Charlene 🧙♀️✨ Boyce 🏆
Title: Flour and fire
Submissions must be between 1,000 - 3,000 words and will be approved and published on Reedsy Prompts within 7 days of the contest closing.
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