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“The Lemon Drops” by Annick D Arnaud

Submitted to Contest #34

2020, March 10thOh darling, we've had a wonderful time, once again. You made me crazy today. I still feel your touch, feel you close to me. I still have on my lips the taste of the lemon drops we shared “after”, and I cannot wait for being with you again. When? You said maybe next Tuesday, 17th? I can be there anytime after 3.30pm that day. I long for you already. I love you.2020, March 11thTuesday is fine. Why not say 4.00 pm just like last time? I have an appointment at 2.00 but can meet you in “our bedroom” right after. I miss you. I'll b...

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“The Grudge” by Brooke Reninger

Submitted to Contest #34

Amber 3/1/2020 2:03 am Hi2:05 am I know I’m probably the last person you want to talk to right nowCharlotte2:14 am Then why are you texting meAmber2: 15 am I have some bad news2:15 am and this was the only way I knew of to reach youCharlotte2:17 am OkAmber2:18 am Craig… passed away yesterday2:19 am I figured the team had a right to know2:19 am Including youCharlotte2:22 am Wtf, are you serious?Amber2:23 am YeahCharlotte…. (Charlotte is typing)Amber2:27 am We’re having a memorial service for him on FridayCharlotte2:29 am Where at?Amber2:...

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“...our GIFs were stellar” by Karen Iseminger

Submitted to Contest #34

Text thread: Amy, Julia, Holly, Karen Amy: what does Dave’s post mean?Julia: I wondered the sameKaren: I didn’t see it… Amy: he wrote – for those who know: good newsKaren: what DOES that mean?Amy: I’m going to contact Dave. I’ll get back to you********Amy: Dave said Sue has cervical cancer. She’s been undergoing treatment for 8 months and got a good report yesterday. She’s in remission. Holly: I had no idea about anythingJulia: me neitherKaren: I haven’t really spoken to them since J...

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“Distance Doesn't Matter” by Ay Jay

Submitted to Contest #34

Sunday, February 2910:31 PMJay: hey u up?Jay: helloooooJay: riiicoooooMe: k im up im up what do u wantJay: hows ur dog 😍😍Me: happy to see the food we brought home from costcoJay: haha Jay: wish my parents let me get a dog Me: haha Jay: not funny Jay: wish i was still in oregon washington sucks 😤Me: yeahJay: washington rainsMe: well good thing it never rains in oregon huh not a single drop of rain ever to dampen this ever bright and sunny sky 😶Jay: ...

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“The Unlucky Coin” by Aaron Stevenson

Submitted to Contest #34

AJ: Hi AJ Andrew: Hi Andrew what up ;) AJ: Did you hear that no more flying planes in or out of America? Andrew: Nobody told me that I couldn't fly in my personal airplane today so well... AJ: What happened? Andrew: Well I was flying my new plane that I got for my birthday this year and noticed that something was wrong! AJ: Let me guess, the air traffic control wasn't home? Andrew: What! No, I didn't bring my lucky coin! AJ: Really! That's just sad! : ( Andrew: You know how much my lucky coin means to me. It was my great, g...

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“Got Milk?” by Nicole Marie

Submitted to Contest #34

Based on a true text story.MUM: Are you working today?NIC: No, it's a Saturday. What's up?MUM: What are you doing?NIC: Washing. Life is exciting. What are you doing?MUM: Cleaning the house.NIC: Super exciting, then! Can't wait for married life (wink face)MUM: You’re a strange girl. Have you got any milk?Your sister dropped ours on the floor then the cats got into it.NIC: Not surprised. I can grab you some while I’m out.On another note, were you going to put it back in the carton? That’s a bit gross.MUM: Of course not. The cats got to it.NIC:...

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“A Modern Classic” by Stevie Aldrich

Submitted to Contest #34

S: “Hey! Sorry, mom kept me on the phone for over an hour. You know how she is, ha ha. So, did you see it? How was it? Were the costumes as gorgeous as I pictured? Tell me everything!” C: “Ha ha, I do know, and I applaud you for lasting over an hour with her! I usually tap out around 40 minutes, so I guess if there’s a prize to be won, it’s yours. Actually, I did. It’s kind of a funny story, but I was having a bad day and thought going to the...

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“When In Tokyo” by P M

Submitted to Contest #34

Hello. Just so you know, JAPAN is one of our Roaming Destinations which means you’ll get all the same stuff that’s included on your plan – lovely! It costs just £5 if you want to top it up for more. Please note: your device may not be eligible for this offer. AIEDA: Help, I can’t find my apartment. JAKE: Why don’t you ask someone for help?AIEDA: I forgot how to ask in Japanese. JAKE: Do you want me to google it for you?AIEDA: No it’s ok. I think I found it. JAKE: Call me once you’ve moved all your stuff in! AIEDAIEDA: One suitcase isn’t a lo...

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“Cease and Desist ” by Megan Chadsey

Submitted to Contest #34

From: AM43523@LSC.eduTo: BYouth@students.LSC.eduDate: 3/22/2019Subject: Cease and DesistMister Brandon Youth;This is your official notification to cease and desist your uncouth actions immediately. This will legally serve as your first warning. Should the events of March 18th be repeated there will be lasting consequences, up to and including your removal from this project. We here at Leominster State College pride ourselves in producing the very best students. This includes having poise and decorum above the usual riff raff that ...

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“Broken Texts” by Jeff Wilkinson

Submitted to Contest #34

Really? What was that for?What are you talking about?Ugh! You’re so unbelievable! “What are you talking about” WHAT DO YOU THINK I’M TALKING ABOUT?!?!Do you mean what I said to your sister?OMG YES WHAT YOU SAID TO YOUR SISTER!! What do you think I meant?!?Babe, you know what I meant when I said that. You’re blowing this out of proportion. When I said that she looked nice, I was complementing her on her outfit, I was not talking about anything else. You know me, you know I wouldn’t say something like that to hurt you.Whatever. It still hurt. ...

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“Penned Pals” by Jaime Kastner

Submitted to Contest #34

Hi Granpa,Did you hear? School is closed for 2 weeks! Mommy said we can’t come see you today but that I should take this time to write you an email. You know, as if I were going to see you. Actually first she said I should draw you a picture. And I had a really I had this great idea. I wanted to draw us sitting in grass with a unicorn in the background. I know unicorns aren’t real. I am 7! Well, for another two weeks. Don’t forget my birthday! It’s the 25th, a week from Wednesday. I won’t tell you which cake I’m going to pick this year but I...

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“With Love” by Morgan Hannah

Submitted to Contest #34

From: Elijah_proTo: x0Ava0xDate: Sunday, March 9 – 10:43 AMSubject: Weekend Dear Ava,If I'm honest, I feel like I should tell you to not lie to your parents about visiting me for the weekend, but my desire to see you outweighs my conscience. Does this mean you're a bad influence on me? I think of that as a little funny, seeing as how I'm older than you and in fact, am the one who should be influencing you...nevertheless, I am happy you're coming out.Speaking of coming out, remember my friend Ivan? Tall, lanky guy with short blonde hair?...

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“the divorce” by Barbara Belkiewicz

Submitted to Contest #34

Mom1@internet.com; I’m writing to tell you I’ve decided to seek help through therapy for childhood upsets. Can you please fill in some memory blanks that I have? I believe I have daddy issues, and since dad has passed away, I can’t ask him. It may get hard at times, but I would appreciate your honesty and support as I’m trying to heal through therapy. Goodgrandma123@internet.com; Sure, honey I am proud of you and will try to help out anyway I can. I truly did the best I could and apologize...

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“Bored At Home” by Samadhee Ismail

Submitted to Contest #34

To:- gryffindorgal1990@hotmail.comFrom:- queenraina345@gmail.com Tues Mar 23 2020, 13:15What You Doing?Hey Rachel, I am so freaking bored. If only this virus hadn't come to the town, then we could have gone for shopping or watch a movie. I am so bored out of my mind. Mom is making me do nearly all the house chores and now I am even sick of doing laundry, sweeping the floors, dusting and blah blah blah. Oh, and now she is teaching me how to cook and bake. Today, I am going to bake a chocolate cake. Yeah, so I hope it will turn out all right a...

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“Christmas Closure” by Chloe Lim

⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #34

From: Stacey Kline [reception@stevenandsonscompany.com.au]Sent: Monday, 16 December 2019, 10:07amTo: All Employees mailing list [list.employees@stevenandsonscompany.com.au]Subject: Housekeeping before Christmas ClosureHi All,Prior to our office Christmas closure this Friday 20th, please ensure you attend to any housekeeping as necessary, listed below:Automatic replies: please ensure you have turned automatic replies on informing clients we will be opening our office again on Monday 6th January in the new year. If you have a company-issued ph...

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Write a story told entirely through text messages or emails.

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✍️ 104 stories

“The Lemon Drops” by Annick D Arnaud

“The Grudge” by Brooke Reninger

“...our GIFs were stellar” by Karen Iseminger

“Distance Doesn't Matter” by Ay Jay

“The Unlucky Coin” by Aaron Stevenson

“Got Milk?” by Nicole Marie

“A Modern Classic” by Stevie Aldrich

“When In Tokyo” by P M

“Cease and Desist ” by Megan Chadsey

“Broken Texts” by Jeff Wilkinson

“Penned Pals” by Jaime Kastner

“With Love” by Morgan Hannah

“the divorce” by Barbara Belkiewicz

“Bored At Home” by Samadhee Ismail

“Christmas Closure” by Chloe Lim

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Write a story about someone who finds a secret passageway in their house.

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