#178: Happy Holidays
It's that time of year again! Whether you're observing a particular holiday, or simply raising a glass to making it through another year in one piece, December is a time for reflection, celebration, and taking stock. This week's prompts are, naturally, a nod to the season — and all the fun it can bring!
As much as we love the holidays, they can also be a difficult time for many; so no matter how you're celebrating this year, we hope that these prompts can provide you with a little festive escapism. Happy holidays, writers!
This week's prompts
Write a story about a family (biological or found) coming together for Christmas.
Christmas
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44 stories
Write a story that takes place over the eight nights of Hannukah.
Holiday
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5 stories
Set your story at a work holiday party,
Holiday
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35 stories
Write about a cynical character realizing they do have something to celebrate after all.
Character
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47 stories
Write a story about an unconventional holiday tradition.
Holiday
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51 stories
Stories
“Ho Ho Ho, Let it Snow” by Christopher Ford
Submitted to Contest #178
“Eight Nights of Arnold” by Mark Linsky
Submitted to Contest #178
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Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Dec 30, 2022 EST
Won by Molly Kelash 🏆
Title: Marie Antoinette
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