#54: Second Chances
"Third time's the charm."
"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again."
"Rome wasn't built in a day."
The English language is full of aphorisms that get at a universal truth: human beings aren't perfect, and oftentimes we need to keep trying (and trying again) in order to get something right.
This week's prompts all revolve around the theme of second chances. Whether your characters are circling back to something from their past, getting a start on something they put off for a long time, or simply in the process of learning after a swing and a miss, we're looking forward to the 'second acts' you come up with!
And speaking of layered characters, on August 12th, bestselling novelists Caroline Leavitt and Gina Sorell are hosting a free webinar on creating believable characters. RSVP here!
🥇 Winner
“Where the Water Meets the Sand” by Mollie Rodgers
🏆 Winner of Contest #54
⭐️ Shortlisted
“Her Beautiful Hands” by Pragya Rathore
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
“The Little World” by A.Dot Ram
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
“Yukgaejang” by Aidrielle R.
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
“IN MY BLOOD” by Jo S.
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
“Second Chances, Sponsored by Budweiser” by Sydney Bingham
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
This week's prompts
Write a story about someone going back to school as a mature student.
High School – 88 stories
Write a story about someone looking to make amends for a mistake.
Adults – 223 stories
Write a story about a TV show called "Second Chances."
Novel – 108 stories
Stories
“Where the Water Meets the Sand” by Mollie Rodgers
🏆 Winner of Contest #54
“Just Give Him a Second Chance” by Aerin Rebecca ✨🌈
Submitted to Contest #54
“The Heart of the Matter” by Aerin Rebecca ✨🌈
Submitted to Contest #54
“Bright Yellow” by Alby Carter
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“Grey Clouds” by Deborah Angevin
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“The Secrets Women Keep” by BeInspiredAbstracts/Etsy SarahGreenwood
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“Poison” by Lynn Penny
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“Sometimes Normal isn't Natural ” by . .
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“The Brightest Stars” by Doubra Akika
Submitted to Contest #54
“Julian Fairthorn” by Batool Hussain
Submitted to Contest #54
“Lies” by Riddhi Shedge
Submitted to Contest #54
“Her Beautiful Hands” by Pragya Rathore
⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #54
“Grace” by Zilla Babbitt
Submitted to Contest #54
“The Bright Side” by Pragya Rathore
Submitted to Contest #54
“Good Friends Are Important ” by Avery G.
Submitted to Contest #54
$50
Prize money
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0
Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Aug 14, 2020 EST
Won by Mollie Rodgers 🏆
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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