#253 Slow Down
As the weather heats up, so do our calendars. After the long winter months of social hibernation and rained-off outings come the months of non-stop activity in the sun. Barbecues, beach days, and vacays await — and while all this fun is great, if you're anything like me, you may also find it a touchoverwhelming. Combine this frenzy of socialising with the 24/7 world we now live in, and the demands of work and family, and suddenly you're struggling to catch a moment's peace, even when you're supposed to be relaxing.
This week's prompts invite you to take a pause and reflect before we head into the busy summer season. Whether your characters are looking for an escape from their fast-paced lives, or just want to hold onto a particular moment in time, let's pump the breaks and slow down for a while.
🥇 Winner
⭐️ Shortlisted
Never counted on wishes (breaks a man to see what he misses)
Shortlisted for Contest #253 ⭐️
This week's prompts
Set your story over the course of a few minutes; no flashbacks, no flashforwards.
Narrative
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91 stories
Start your story with a character canceling their plans.
Angst
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26 stories
Write a story that contains the line, "I wish we could stay here forever."
Dialogue
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88 stories
Write about a character who has the ability to pause the passage of time.
Fantasy
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69 stories
Stories
As Easy as Lighting Wet Wood with a Candle
Submitted to Contest #253
Survival and Grit at Forever Valley on the Mystical Coast
Submitted to Contest #253