#82: How App-ropriate
Love it or loathe it, there’s no denying that modern technology has reshaped literally every aspect of our daily lives. From the way we stay in touch with family and friends, to the ready access of information (or misinformation), to how we work and then spend our hard-earned cash, there’s no part of modern life that isn’t impacted by technology.
And it’s safe to say the advancement of tech is only accelerating. But while some characters welcome — or even help usher in — this changing world, others won’t be so accepting. This week, let’s take a look at some of the highs and lows of a world run by algorithms.
This week's prompts
Your character has just realized the app they’ve been developing has become self-aware. How do they react?
Science Fiction – 74 stories
Write a historical fiction story about someone working at a company that helped revolutionize early computers.
Historical Fiction – 17 stories
Write a near-future thriller where a piece of everyday technology has turned against your character — and only your character.
Thriller and Suspense – 130 stories
Write about an android just trying to blend in with their human companions.
Science Fiction – 221 stories
Stories
“Crane” by Alice Claude
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“New ways” by Pablo Mascaraque Glenn
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“The Remedial Gift” by Thompson Emate
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“Planes ” by Starlight Tucker
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“On second thought...” by Chrisna Abbott
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“Harmony” by Gabrielle Stengele
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“Supercomputer” by HBR Patel
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“Programming Problems” by Jareth Gaskin
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“Chatterbox” by Kai R.
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“The Wrath of Bob ” by Nate Siegert
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“Emotional Matchmaking App” by Kim Kinakin Tuckey
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“Cupid Knows Best” by Aurea Fitzherbert
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“D.O.C.” by Alyson Ackman
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“Gumming It” by Joe Swanson
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“Blood of My Blood” by Francesca Mohan
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