Write about a character discovering something new about their past that changes how they remember an important moment.

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“Once a Witch, Always a Witch” by Deborah Trahan

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Sarah planned to arrive in Salem on Friday night, precisely forty-eight hours before the city’s Halloween festival was set to be in full swing. This itinerary allowed her plenty of time to unpack and settle in at The Wayward Witch’s Inn, located within walking distance of the wharf. It wasn’t Sarah’s first pilgrimage to one of the country’s most infamously haunted hamlets. And she didn’t plan for it to be her last. She’d grown weary of her life, tucked away in west Tennessee. Sarah craved the freedom to dress in black, dye her hair purple, a...

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“Between Memory and Past.” by Ian Seruuma

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With a gasping breath and cracking bones, the old man slid on the muddy terrain of the forest bed spilling a loud cry that shattered all the birds perching in the trees, his hiking techniques had landed him into a death trap. “Oh no,” he clung to a nearly breaking oak root while still breathing heavily from the shock. Another tragedy followed suit before he could acclimatize. Leon descended as the root broke, sending with him half a piece as proof of a struggling death.Mist and a cool breathe swept off his body as he dived deep the Tagl...

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“Kids, Money, Relationships” by Rosemary Blackthorn

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Kids, Money, RelationshipsBy: Suzie ParkThe girl rubbed her eyes as the sun shone onto her through the open window. The day was a beautiful one; if a little boy hadn’t woken her up with a cry. He was usually an early bird; woke up before dawn, cried in his bed, being the loudest alarm clock in the world. He had been given (like any other morning) more milk and he had fallen right asleep.Stephanie hurried upstairs quietly and washed the stash of dishes that were left from yesterday with the water from the lake where they got their water from....

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“Manners, Violence and Death” by Matthew Gregory

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"All my kids have gone now. Moved away.""Yes, Mrs Marsh. I know.""I think they moved to Sydney.""Sydney is it?""After the accident. I guess they couldn't handle it.""Stay still for a moment, Mrs Marsh, I have to move your pillow. Make you more comfortable.""I loved them, you know. And my grandchild.""I know Mrs Marsh. You've told me many times.""Whatever happened to my grandchild?""She went, along with her parents.""I suppose she did. Why did they go?""I wouldn't know. Hold still while I turn you over. I think those bed sores might be gettin...

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“My First Romance” by Vincent Charles

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My first romance There’s so much to go through when clearing out an old house. The papers, the glasses, the painting and pictures and even a few old coffee cans with who-knows-what waiting patiently to be released. Of all of this, it’s the dusty old pictures that seemed to always capture Linda’s attention. Many of them would have faded dates on the back but not all. Some would have a location or event scribbled out, but not all. The pictures of weddings and baptisms were easy enough to discern but it was the more obscure ones that seemed to...

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“"Ya Snooze, Ya Loose." : An LMP Green Tale” by GREENDOODLISM .

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Billy stopped dead in his tracks, his hand reaching out instinctively for her. They were walking around the small city garden of Diana’s new home. They’d gone outside to share a sneaky joint. They’d been friends since the 90’s, since high-school. Sure they’d lost touch, sometimes for years at a time but thanks to social media they managed to stay in contact. On the rare occasions where their paths actually crossed they always fell naturally into an easy groove of friendship. So here they were reminiscing at her house warming. Dianna fe...

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“10 Years.” by Meghma Ghosh

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"Ten years had passed in a blow", Leslie thought. It was this day but 10 years back now when she promised her best friend Kim that she will come back for him in this Skyscraper in ten years time to meet him again. She came first to the place but was a little amazed... Why? &nbs...

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“The memory” by Kendra Campos

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Emily was up in her room drawing a picture when her father came in. She put her sketch book down and asked her dad what was up. and so her dad told her about puberty. Emily calmed him she already knew about it and went back to drawing. When they were done with dinner they went to an art museum. and Emily was so happy. her dad told her about her mom and how much she loved art. Emily's mom died a day or two after Emily was brought home from the hospital. And every girl has bullied her about it but Emily dies not care. Emily has done with her l...

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“Two Pennies” by K M

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I was four years old when my mother sold me off for two cents.I remember it vividly. On that day, the sun shone bright but I was trapped inside. I stayed in my room which had been emptied except for the thin mattress I was sitting on and the electric fan blowing the green tulle curtains in my direction. The only noise came from the fan’s slow motion, creaking complaints to be relieved of its duty. From the window, I watched as the neighborhood kids played Skipping Stones. I drew a lungful of breath and blew against the glass, creating m...

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“THE PROPHECY” by Oreoluwa Oludipo

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Louisa couldn’t always lucid dream. But once she was aware of the ability there was that one place and time she consciously kept going back too. January 8 1998, the little cabin in the woods in North Elba, New York. Against a backdrop of pure white snow twelve years old Louisa Coleman stood in her newest, least favorite, grey, winter coat doing her best to keep her eyes open. The snow was falling only lightly but there was a wicked breeze blowing against her face. A stone throw distance from where she stood an hymn steadily rose out of the c...

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“The Truth ” by ShaDaria Samuel

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Daniel Myers got out of bed at seven a.m. as usual. He prepared himself for work and headed downstairs to the kitchen. “Good morning, Danny,” His mom said as he walked past her as she was sitting at the table. “Morning, Mom.” “You’re heading out already, son?” “I have to. They are having some problems down at the office.” “That company would be in the ground by now if it weren’t for you and your dedication.” “This is what happens when hard work and a couple of degrees come together.” “I’m proud of you. Have you spoken to your siblings lately...

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“Summer to Remember” by Amy Sutch

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“Hey, Toni!” Blair said, into her phone. She walked out of range of the baby, who she’d just gotten to sleep. “Blair! It’s good to hear from you,” Toni answered. “How’s my little sister? How’s motherhood?” “Exhausting” Blair admitted looking at her disheveled figure in the sliding glass doors. The beautiful fall leaves were changing, and she’d barely noticed. When was the last time she’d felt...

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“Bay Minette” by Matthew Eubanks

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Bay Minette, Alabama is not the town you live in. It's the city that's always in the way of you getting somewhere else. It's the town you drove through on your way to the Gulf when you were first trying to get ahold of the girl named Darla. It was the first time you'd ever traveled together. You want to get her to the beach. You noticed the water tower and thought about how the wording was backwards. How in Iowa it would have been named the reverse way. Minette Bay. Bay of Minette. Then she started talking about how hard it was to feed the ...

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“Worth a Thousand Lies” by Nathan Clift

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“Mom! I’m home.” Mindi takes off her shoes as the family chug, Franklin, jumps all over her. Mindi drops her bookbag and picks up Franklin, as he is trying to lick her face. It was their daily routine, but seeing Franklin’s pug eyes and chihuahua body made Mindi’s heart melt after a long day of school. She heads from the front door to the kitchen, where- like everyday after school- she gets a glass of water. If she didn’t see her mother burning stuff in the backyard, it would be a perfect day. She puts down Franklin, and watches as he runs t...

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“Leãozinho” by DREW LANE

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Dragging her teddy bear into the fresh grass, Mikki tottered out of the house with semi-closed eyes. “This way, Mimi.”, a soft voice said.Mikki’s hand groped in the night, through the cloud of dark particles stinging her eyes. She stretched her chubby arm and squeaked as she started to lose balance. Thin fingers glided through her silky hair and she felt the grass being swallowed beneath her feet. Female hands drew her towards a round chest that smelled of peony and Mikki snuggled into its warmth. “No candles, no lights, no matches...

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Write about a character discovering something new about their past that changes how they remember an important moment.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 139 stories

“Once a Witch, Always a Witch” by Deborah Trahan

“Between Memory and Past.” by Ian Seruuma

“Kids, Money, Relationships” by Rosemary Blackthorn

“Manners, Violence and Death” by Matthew Gregory

“My First Romance” by Vincent Charles

“"Ya Snooze, Ya Loose." : An LMP Green Tale” by GREENDOODLISM .

“10 Years.” by Meghma Ghosh

“The memory” by Kendra Campos

“Two Pennies” by K M

“THE PROPHECY” by Oreoluwa Oludipo

“The Truth ” by ShaDaria Samuel

“Summer to Remember” by Amy Sutch

“Bay Minette” by Matthew Eubanks

“Worth a Thousand Lies” by Nathan Clift

“Leãozinho” by DREW LANE

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Write about a character passing down their favorite childhood toy to a new generation.

Write about a character who goes to — or purposefully avoids — their high school reunion.

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Write about a character who’s obsessed with an era they never lived through.

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