#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.
This week's prompts
Write a story about a character learning to stand up for themselves.
Character
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48 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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60 stories
Write about a character who settles disputes for a living (a judge, mediator, school counselor, etc).
Middle School
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36 stories
Stories
“Offers Given, Burdens Gained” by SJ Latrice
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“Luscious Tormentor” by M M
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“Desire for Something Unwanted” by L.J Sunwing
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“The Four Loves of Miss Jane Pickles” by Marcia H.
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“Old Cold” by Thomas Pascal
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“Desert Drive” by Kale Gordon
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“Daredevils in Dress Suits” by K Cao Xai
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“I'm Right” by Tim Daughtry
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“Damon’s 2nd Chance” by Jame Michaels
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“Forgiveness Beyond” by Cynthia Maria Grace
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“Against all odds: My journey to freedom From a heart stroke to walking again” by Chacha Jaramillo
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“Get Down” by Charise Bejarano
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“A Challenge of Courage ” by Ruby Pix
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“SHINE DAUGHTER OF MINE” by Charity Marx
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$250
Prize money
214
Contest entries
104
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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