Each year, your character's family goes on the most exotic vacations. Finally they discover why — their family are assassins.

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“Be Nice Or Else” by Todd Duddka

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“When the summer started, I knew my mom and dad would be killing people but I never knew how delightful my vacation would be.” Sitting at the laundry mat, bored out of my gourd, I was texting my girlfriend back home but apparently, my internal monologue was turned off because I could tell that the elderly lady next to me, folding her bloomers, suddenly turned her head toward my direction. Oops. That sentence even sounds weird to me so I can only imagine what she was thinking when she heard those words emit from my vocal ...

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“In The Dark” by Low-Key Daddy

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Submerged in crystal seas, to escape the fervent embrace of the sun; treading velvety carpets of sand, and witnessing the dazzling tapestries of golden sunsets; spectating the matrimony of sun and horizon, one could say I've seen it all. Every seasonal escape I was bestowed from the imprisonment of school, I was often swept away into the arms of a foreign paradise. Tropical beaches, picturesque structures haunted by the memories stored within their walls, and flashing neon lights added yet another piece to the growing puzzle of my ex...

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“Family Trade” by Anthony Beska

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Family Trade Vacationing in Italy is like a dream. Mark got to hike along scenic sloping vistas with his older brother and father. He and his grandfather got to gorge on the finest Italian delicacies in various holes in the walls all around Sicily. They’d sit on the cobblestone streets, basking in the sights and smells of another foreign land. The country seemed alive with an awe-inspiring beauty. Mark and his family were settling into their hotel room, a lofty suite fit for a family of five. Mark was going for some wine. His elders al...

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“Work trips” by Hannah Austin

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I showed up at the house we were renting early, but apparently not as early as my parents did. As my cab pulled up the driveway, I could see my parents unloading an SUV in the driveway. I had hoped that I would actually beat their arrival time this year. My mom was bringing in the hunting gear. I was hoping this year Dad wouldn’t be doing any hunting. Every year, it felt like when we all arrived we’d immediately split up. Dad would be busy with whatever activities he planned, never ones I got invited to; though, my brother was invite...

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“Sixteen In Paris” by Roman Ansatz

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The water lapped calmly onto shore as Henry looked out over the river. Paris rose in intimidating scale around him, but he was in his own safe, blissful world. He had a glass of wine, perfect weather, and Addie. She looked over and smiled at him. "This never gets old," she said before sighing contentedly. "I'm not sure what is more beautiful, this day or you," Henry replied. He felt stupid saying that, but it was accurate. Addie giggled and kissed him. Now he felt proud of saying it. "I can't believe we found each oth...

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“"Family Secrets"” by Brownbread Fred

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This year your wife's family vacation will be in the Canary Islands. Your father-in-law has just arrived with the airline tickets and other pertinent information. He gives you a brochure for the hotel that you will be staying at, The Rouge. You peruse the brochure, taking note of the spa and bar. He has arranged for a car to take you to the airport, which will bypass security and take you directly to his private jet. You married into the family ten years ago, so these extravagancies are nothing new to you. You thank him, then head to the kit...

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Each year, your character's family goes on the most exotic vacations. Finally they discover why — their family are assassins.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 36 stories

“Be Nice Or Else” by Todd Duddka

“In The Dark” by Low-Key Daddy

“Family Trade” by Anthony Beska

“Work trips” by Hannah Austin

“Sixteen In Paris” by Roman Ansatz

“"Family Secrets"” by Brownbread Fred

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Set your story on the eve of the first day back at school.

What was meant to be a great bonding vacation turns sour when an uninvited guest tags along.

Now, as an adult, your character looks back on this summer as the summer when they grew up.

It’s the last evening of your vacation and you’re watching the sunset with your friends/partner/family, wishing summer would never end. But just as the sun dips below the horizon, you notice it returning in reverse.

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