#231: A New Leaf
The year is almost over, and a new one begins in just a few days. With that comes the traditional time of reflection, and of projection. As well as looking back over the year that's just passed, we're looking ahead to a next — and even the most cynical among us have to admit there's something pretty exciting about that.
A new year is an opportunity for self-improvement, exploration, and even complete reinvention. This week's prompts are all in that vein; characters who are all looking for a fresh start, in one way or another.
This week's prompts
Write a story in the form of a list of New Year's resolutions.
Adults – 54 stories
Write a story about hope.
Short Story – 78 stories
Write about someone trying something completely new.
Character – 35 stories
Set your story on New Year's Day.
Holiday – 50 stories
Stories
“Shakespearean New Year's Resolutions” by Kristin Johnson
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #231
“One More Week” by David Cantwell
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #231
“Resolutions for a New Hare” by Story Time
Submitted to Contest #231
“Seeds of Gold” by Marty B
Submitted to Contest #231
“Her First Submission” by Hannah Lynn
Submitted to Contest #231
“How the tide turns” by Carmel Henry
Submitted to Contest #231
“Second Chance Café” by Jonathan Page
Submitted to Contest #231
“Write a Story About Hope” by Hannah Lynn
Submitted to Contest #231
“Redemption Time” by Gregg Voss
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #231
“Being Better, One Cranberry at a Time” by Claire Marsh
Submitted to Contest #231
“Best Intentions” by Murray Burns
Submitted to Contest #231
“T'was Three Nights” by Myranda Marie
Submitted to Contest #231
“Dishes” by Patrick Florea
Submitted to Contest #231
“The Pink Car Analogy” by Katherine Marley
Submitted to Contest #231
$250
Prize money
279
Contest entries
111
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Jan 05, 2024 EST
Won by Mary Lynne Schuster 🏆
Title: No Junior League
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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