Start your story with a daydream sequence, before snapping back to reality.

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“Catharsis” by Marie White

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After her father dropped back into his coffin, Theta’s shoulders, relieved of the burden they’d carried for far too long, rose. She sprang forward and flung her arms around Aidan; warmth flooded him. He reciprocated, stroking her long, silky curls, inhaling her aloe scent. When, finally, they parted, she broke into a grin that made her even more beautiful. He had always wanted to see her smile like that. The groan of ...

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“The Dream Job” by Bettina Karpathian

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Mindy had known what to expect. It was always the same formula, three people sitting around a conference room table with her resume and a script in their hands. After introductions and a few pleasantries about the weather, the director opened the interview with her question. What did Mindy consider her strengths? Mindy cleared her throat, smiled pleasantly and began speaking fluently in a calm, confident voice.“Poise and confidence are two of my greatest strengths. I can handle any situation with aplomb and keep those around me calm. I inspi...

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“The Wordsmith” by Alex Aguilar

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“You look a little sad. Everything good?” I asked as I was walking out of the lecture hall. “Mhm!” Aspen nodded, her characteristic smile coming back after having disappeared throughout the entire class. “Just stressed.” “Oh,” I said, more to myself than to her. I looked up and met her gaze. A quick question flashed in and out of my mind, though I already knew the answer. We’re finally alone. Is this the universe giving me my chance? The hallway was empty. Everyone had gone. It was just me and her waiting for the hands on the clock to sig...

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Start your story with a daydream sequence, before snapping back to reality.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 63 stories

“Catharsis” by Marie White

“The Dream Job” by Bettina Karpathian

“The Wordsmith” by Alex Aguilar

🌟 Similar prompts

Write a story about someone who overthinks every single thing, blowing the tiniest incidents out of proportion.

Set your story inside a character’s mind, literally.

Write a story about someone who thinks their life is a romcom and they’re the protagonist.

Write a story about a character who can’t tell what’s real and what’s not.

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