#159: Money, Money, Money
Like it or not, money makes the world go round. And while it (supposedly) can’t buy happiness, it can certainly change your life — for better or worse. This week’s prompts have money on the mind; whether your characters are winning big, or down to their last dollar, it’s time to start counting your cash.
This week's prompts
Start your story with a character accepting a bribe.
Adults
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48 stories
Stories
“Stamps” by Murray Burns
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“Clocking You To Death” by L.C. Harlan
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“The Cost of Living ” by Kevin Alphatooni
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“Closed Mouths Don’t Get Fed” by Crystal King
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“You Need Service Credits” by Joseph L Floyd
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“Thanks for the Memories” by Austin Wilcox
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“Kaleb and the Bazaar of Odd and Peculiar Things” by Matthew Angelo
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“Fair Trade ” by John Passadino
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“Angel Noir” by Scoop Rittersblock
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“The snake plant” by Salmah Ahmed
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“Salt, Fried Potatoes, and a New Start in Life” by Madeline Honig
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“Saving Grace” by Penny Whiting
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“Dirty Rich” by Glenn Holt
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“I Blame the Shoe” by Sky Astor
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“Erasmus Jones” by Kiera Lawley
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$250
Prize money
216
Contest entries
88
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Aug 19, 2022 EST
Won by Daniel Allen 🏆
Title: Blood and Cookies
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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