#207 Behind the Scenes
People usually bring their A-game when they know they’re being observed — but they’re often at their most interesting when they think no one’s watching. There’s a reason we’re all so intrigued by “behind the scenes” content, whether it’s about a celebrity we love, or an industry we find fascinating; getting to see all the work that goes into making something happen, especially when it looks effortless to the untrained eye.
With this week’s prompts, we’re lifting the curtain and going backstage. Whether we’re following a character who’s getting a break from the effort of performance, or exploring an industry where most of the action happens behind the scenes, let’s see what happens when we finally call “cut”.
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This week's prompts
Set your story on a film or TV set, starting with someone calling “Cut!”
Dialogue
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46 stories
Write a story about a magician who never reveals their secrets — until now.
Character
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30 stories
Set your story in the kitchen of a bustling restaurant.
Fiction
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38 stories
Stories
The Millicent Boone Method for Ending a Bad Romance
Submitted to Contest #207