Set your story in a coffee shop that’s just introduced a new line of autumnal drinks.

Posted in Fall on Oct 26, 2022

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“Change in Leaves” by Yellow Flower

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In the middle of the dark cruel city laid a small bunch of buildings. They were tall and skinny brick structures. Bars and black curtains hung on all the windows. No music floated through the streets, no people walked by and talked. The only sounds were the clicking of falling water droplets and the occasional automobile. Out of the buildings, the middle one stuck out the most. Though it had no significant difference the inside shined brighter than anything. When you opened the creaky black door the second you walk in, the atmosphere consume...

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“Dragon Beans” by Sage S

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Hooves clacked across the tile. Waging a war against the espresso machine, Clover didn’t notice until a shadow fell across her mortal enemy’s shining bulk. Velvety ears flicking in surprise, she looked up to find a satyr smiling at her in amusement. His horns gleamed in the café’s lights, soft fur peeking out from his cozy sweater. His smile scrunched up his button nose, raising the moon-round spectacles higher on his weathered face. “Having trouble?” Clover sighed, wiping coffee grit off her hands, and stepped up to the register. “...

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“Sharing the Love” by Nevaeh Iraheta

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As the days begin to grow colder, the nights begin to grow longer. Leaves of all vibrant colors, fall in front of my eyes. As I walk to the New coffee shop, I observe the beautiful scenery around me. The kids playing. The people raking. The dog viciously barking. The wind gives me a gentle kiss on the cheek, and the cold caresses the tips of my fingers. "This day can't get any better." I think to myself. But believe me, I was wrong. As I enter the shop, the sweet and comforting smell of home hits me. I'm immediately comfortable. I don't want...

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“Summer was Over” by Zanakharisma Afifiani

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Summer was over. Leaves started to yellow significantly in the sun. The wind blew off falling leaves. As far as the eye could seen, there was only seem the brown leaves. Why did leaves change color? Yeah, autumn is coming. This story isn’t tell about how wonderfull the leaves falling in the autumn. This story is telling about a coffee shop and it owner, and also their waiters who confused about a new menu of autumnal drink. What should they serve later? “Our coffee shop just opened since summer, and we have not any problems about that.” Gre...

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“When Alien Alex went to Coffee shop” by ABRAR AHMED

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Dr.Bradnop sat at a coffee shop that’s just introduced a new line of autumnal drinks. To their surprise, she was already wearing her clothes from the evening, and she looked flustered. "I'm trying to find clothes. One of the girls in the store said she was trying to find me something to wear," she said, looking over at Alex, who was staring at her intently. "How do you look? If it's too hot, you should be in the shade," said Alex, finishing her coffee. "Though if you're going to come, can you help me find a shirt? If not, it'll only be a...

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“The Season of Change” by Angela Doverspike

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An October breeze filled the trees, sending colored leaves sailing through the air. A gust picked up and nipped at Joelle’s rosy cheeks. She welcomed the chill. Her silky chocolate curls flew from her shoulders, sending her ochre scarf fluttering. She pulled her brown leather jacket closed and fumbled with the buttons. Fallen leaves scraped along the sidewalk. The children ahead hopped and crunched each leaf in their path with joyous grins plastered below cold-reddened noses. Autumn. The season of change. A time when trees release their old ...

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“A Day in the Coffee Shop” by Raven Adkaing

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The Early Bird Coffee Shop is already bustling with people by the time that I get there. I stop in the front of the room, and take a moment to breathe in the smell of freshly ground coffee, cinnamon, and autumn ingredients. I order a pumpkin spice latte and a steaming, still-hot cinnamon roll. My favorite table in the corner is still open, and I take it. I wolf down a bite of cinnamon roll and am about to start typing on my laptop when one of my friends, Sara, sits down next to me. “Hi...

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“Pecan Pie Latte” by Kayla Mosley

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Elise sighed as she watched a spider crawl into the safety of its web in the dusty corner of the coffee shop. The café was as quiet as a classroom on Saturday. No one had come in for hours. Elise gazed out the big window which was the portal to the bustling downtown street. She watched as shoppers and diners strolled right by her aunt’s café. It was a crisp autumn Sunday morning and every business on Main Street was thriving. Every business, except Aunt Edna’s Café. Elise peered around the outdated, yet cozy café her aunt had owned for over...

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“Hanging Premonition” by Mariel Soccal

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It smells icky and strange. An orange glow welcomes me as I step in. Not the usual soothing rusty mat orange that Per takes so much pride in having us wear everyday. “I despise Baristas wearing black, they look like Dark Metal wannabes”, he told me once, when I dared asking why we all looked like Buddhist monks. Today, the Mormors Café smells oozing and gross, like the insides of an old sponge, and everything glows. A nasty vanGoghish glow. – FALL! Per cries out while I am nervously juggling with my bike’s chain lock, one metal ring strang...

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“Fall from Hope” by Naomi Spencer

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Colin was staring at his drink, a weary look on his face. Here he was, sitting across from the girl of his dreams in a lovely coffee shop, and all he could think about was how much he hated fall. The Busy Bean was cozy and lively, which contrasted with the gloomy atmosphere outside. The wind was blowing, and the leaves were swirling in the wind. Dozens of shivering people had found refuge in the warmth of the coffee shop. On one side of the room, wooden tables and a long upholstered bench crammed with fall-colored cushions lined the wall. ...

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“Autumn Spice” by Carly Clarissa

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"Welcome to Top Coffee!" A woman and a smaller man greet Immane from behind the counter with warm smiles as if they were wrapping her in a huge hug. She looked at both corners of the coffee shop, seeing only a young couple on one side, and a lonesome man on the other side, glancing up at her. Immane froze in place for a moment, remembering what had happened. He looked up at her the same way he had just a few moments ago. They continued to stare at each other, both seeming lost in thought, until the coffee shop bell rang, snapping Immane back...

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“Midwestern Gothic Coffee” by Rachael Pittiglio

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Good morning! Thank you so much for coming into Midwestern Gothic Coffee today. We’re featuring a few new fall drinks, as you can see from our specials board. Oh yes, the names are a bit unusual. Would you like to hear about them? Of course I’d be happy to tell you all about each one! The Pumpkin Sriracha Latte If you love that pumpkin spice but don’t want to look basic, we’ve got you covered. The Pumpkin Sriracha Latte has a triple shot of espresso and a two ounce pour of genuine sriracha sauce for a kick that wil...

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“Taste of Fall” by Mriganka Bhattacharjee

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The night was at its brim. I was still awake and brewing a mild black coffee, strong enough to keep those red and cumbersome eyes running, not so strong enough to tart my tongue by its lasting bitterness because at last, I was creating the latest autumn drinks and I HAD to taste it when done. Same recipes and same technique, from the amount of extracts to the limit of sugar – everything was used and done accurately yet for the first several endeavours, I could not produce that nostalgic flavour. It made me frustra...

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“The Coffee Palace” by Rajesh Patel

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I love the fall season. My favorite. Not too cold, not too hot. Just perfect. It is mid-October. The dominant colors in the city are red, orange and yellow. We have a majestic view on the Mount-Royal boulevard. You can smell the fall season and feel the Halloween vibes. After a long day of work on this Friday, after 6 PM, after my shift, I decided to head to this new coffee shop they opened a few blocks away from my office. I am curious. It is not a Starbucks, McDonald’s or Dunkin’ Donuts. The place is called The Coffee Palace. It is not f...

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“Fall Fell Fallen” by Ali Anthony Bell

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Alexander Blackwell moved from Le Prés-Saint-Gervais, a close suburb, to a very small studio apartment at 84 rue de Raspail in the heart of Paris in the summer of 2007, after having paid for Fatoumata Cissé’s flight back to Dakar and helping her to get away from a forced marriage. He was still working as the Sales and Marketing Director for ACA Atelier des Créativités Artistiques in Pantin, which is next to Le Prés-Saint-Gervais, and commuting by metro. His new apartment was made from two maid’s rooms on the top floor of a beautiful Bourgeoi...

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Set your story in a coffee shop that’s just introduced a new line of autumnal drinks.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 161 stories

“Change in Leaves” by Yellow Flower

“Dragon Beans” by Sage S

“Sharing the Love” by Nevaeh Iraheta

“Summer was Over” by Zanakharisma Afifiani

“When Alien Alex went to Coffee shop” by ABRAR AHMED

“The Season of Change” by Angela Doverspike

“A Day in the Coffee Shop” by Raven Adkaing

“Pecan Pie Latte” by Kayla Mosley

“Hanging Premonition” by Mariel Soccal

“Fall from Hope” by Naomi Spencer

“Autumn Spice” by Carly Clarissa

“Midwestern Gothic Coffee” by Rachael Pittiglio

“Taste of Fall” by Mriganka Bhattacharjee

“The Coffee Palace” by Rajesh Patel

“Fall Fell Fallen” by Ali Anthony Bell

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Start your story with the line, “By the time I stepped outside, the leaves were on fire.” (Whether this is a literal fire is up to you.)

Write about a character making fall decorations out of construction paper.

Write a story from the perspective of a bird migrating for the winter.

Write about two characters going apple picking.

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