#153: Fighting Talk
Whether you’re hot headed by nature, or the thought of bad blood breaks you out in a rash, arguments are unavoidable. As we age, we all realize that confrontation is often necessary. This week’s prompts explore the world of conflict and resolution — and trying to find the positive in the negative.
🥇 Winner
“Broken” by L. E. Scott
⭐️ Shortlisted
This week's prompts
Write a story about a character learning to stand up for themselves.
Character
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50 stories
Write about a character trying to heal an old rift.
Sad
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43 stories
Write a story that includes the line “I can’t believe we’re arguing over this.”
High School
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61 stories
Write about a character who settles disputes for a living (a judge, mediator, school counselor, etc).
Middle School
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37 stories
Stories
“Broken” by L. E. Scott
“Flawed” by Alex Sultan
“Katie” by Brynn Helena
“Sodade” by Michał Przywara
“A Proper Feud” by Kevin B
$250
Prize money
219
Contest entries
105
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Jul 08, 2022 EST
Won by L. E. Scott 🏆
Title: Broken
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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