#260: A Twist in the Tale
Has a friend ever recommended a book or a movie with the line, "The twist is amazing"? I usually hate when they do that. Even if they don't spill the beans on what the plot twist is, just knowing there is one can spoil the fun. I won't be able to resist trying to pre-empt the plot, and guess what that it might be — but a truly great twist is always rewarding, whether you expect it or not.
Here's a twist I'm sure you saw coming: this week's contest is all about them. Your readers will know there's one on the horizon. Can you still manage to surprise us?
This week's prompts
Write a story with a big twist.
Dramatic – 191 stories
Write a story that includes the line, "I didn't see that one coming."
Dialogue – 42 stories
Write a story using the most clichéd twist of all; it was all a dream.
Narrative – 107 stories
Stories
“Marsh Walker” by Tempest Phoenix Smith
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“Lonely Hearts ” by Jordan Unwin
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“Ugly Hearts” by Astrid Skarsgaard
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“In Plain Sight” by Mike Spotten
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“A man finding his fleet ” by Rebecca Maric
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“The Perfect Investment” by Kathrine J. N. Rajalingam
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“Calico's Favourite” by Edith Fullerton
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“THE MISSING PIECE” by Katherine Oliphant
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“The End is the Beginning” by Margo Harris
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“Just get me to the church on time” by Chiro Roussette
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“Murder and other crimes in Paradiso” by Sel J
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“Play like it's OK” by Fi Brie
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“My Imaginary Friend” by Zoe Zarubin
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“It's All About Trust” by Szabolcs Takács
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“Peanut butter ” by Philip Keaton
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$250
Prize money
435
Contest entries
133
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Jul 26, 2024 EST
Won by Elizabeth Hoban 🏆
Title: You
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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