Set your story at a work holiday party,

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“Astronauts Have Christmas Too” by Edward Latham

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The gingerbread man floated in the middle of the room. Flight Engineer Nate pushed off the floor and glided expertly towards it; he opened his mouth and bit off its head in one quick snap of his jaw. A cheer erupted from the group of astronauts in the Harmony module of the International Space Station.The Christmas delivery had arrived last week and the walls were lined with snakes of green and gold tinsel. Protruding diagonally from one corner of the ceiling was a garish fake tree, full of baubles and sparkle. “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town”...

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“The Party's Over” by Story Time

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We just love seeing what they’re doing over in wind-up gadgets. The wind-up gadget department is killing it these days. The winding. The upping. The gadgetry. We’re amazed. We’re marveling. The rumors that we here at bathtime toys are jealous of the wind-up gadget department, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. We are honored and overjoyed to be working under the same umbrella as our wind-up gadget colleagues. We are all here working towards the same goal. We are all part of the same beautiful quilt. Our square on the quilt may be a...

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“It Ends With a Broken Heart” by Graham Kinross

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TW: Self harm and stabbing.“Sign the confidentiality agreement here.” The agent pointed a long finger to a highlighted line. “Date it here,” said the man whose eyebrows were trying to compensate for his thinning hair.Arthas Jacques’ finger slid across the screen, leaving a scrawl that few would recognise as his name.“You know of course that you can’t tell anyone about our investigation,” said Agent Jones of the Martian Security Agency.“Yes. I understand.” His Martian capital accent was the typical mix of French and Arabic. “I can’t tell anyo...

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“A Festive Fete to Remember” by Palak Shah

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It was the annual holiday party for the employees of the Eclipse Enterprise company Rachel and everyone was excited to let loose and celebrate the end of another successful year. The party was being held at a fancy hotel ballroom and was complete with decorations, a DJ, and an open bar. As the employees arrived, they were greeted with cheers and hugs from their co-workers. The party was already in full swing and people were dancing, laughing, and enjoying the festivities. Rachel, a marketing manager at the company, was feeling festive. She...

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“Cheated for Christmas ” by Ashlynn Altman

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Ted zipped his red suit up and looked in the mirror. If only the guys from high-school could see him now. Thankfully, though, the only people seeing him wouldn't even recognize him like this... not even Diane, who had no idea Ted was dressing as Santa for her holiday work party. He had just gotten the text the night before from his buddy at the company asking if he'd be willing to volunteer and of course he agreed. Almost immediately he'd made up his mind to keep the secret and surprise Diane with a reveal later on in the night. He couldn't ...

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“Robbery at the Annal Christmas Party” by Dilbert Jazz

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It was the annual work holiday party, and everyone was in high spirits. Maria, a young woman in her mid-20s with long, dark hair and brown eyes, was enjoying the festivities with her coworkers. She was slender and athletic, with a quick and decisive manner. As an administrative assistant at the company, she was known for her intelligence and resourcefulness. The office had rented out a fancy event space, complete with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and a spacious dance floor. A lavish buffet spread was set up on one side of the room,...

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“Well, She Wasn't Invited” by Kimberly McFetridge

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Avery was looking forward to attending her Department Chair Paula’s annual Christmas party for the first time. She had started her position as an English professor at Aurora Community College in August. According to some of her colleagues, the party was the highlight of the year. Others remained silent about it. Avery’s office mate Crystal was very enthusiastic the closer it got.” Paula’s really cheerful and welcoming at her party. The food is always excellent, she has it catered from the Ensley Grille, and the champagne and conversatio...

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“The Way Things Are” by Diamond Star

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“I hate these parties, they’re always so fake and exhausting.”I turn around slowly, carefully pocketing the flask I was using to enhance the flavorless punch sitting amidst an incessant sea of cakes, cookies, and assorted charcuterie meat and cheese boards. As I turn, my nostrils are ambushed with a cloyingly sweet and spicy scent so strong that I clear my throat in order to subdue the gag threatening to make an unwelcome appearance. “It’s Charlie, right? I’m Claire, I work in IT” Claire extends a surprisingly manicured hand, her n...

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“Tyr's Day Party” by Cajek Veilwinter

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Jack tapped on the glass of his window above the snowy streets. He was mandated to attend the Holy Day festivities at his place of employment: the Imperial Library - specifically the stacks, where he was a vermin exterminator. He stood and looked at himself in the mirror. He was in his finest coat, double breasted, along with the sharp little pants with the blue stripes down them. He reached for his falsetail on a hook on the wall and attached it to his backside. It was stiff, but non-foxes rarely knew. He fluffed his headfur and made su...

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“Triumph” by William Smith

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The stars outside Arecibo Station disappeared behind another arriving freighter: the Coral Sea. Kiffen’s here, Carlina thought, gazing out the tiny porthole on the rimward side of the station’s lower tower. She rolled her eyes, already anticipating his boastful swagger after the job he and his crew pulled at the Pices outpost. Turning back to her datapad, she pulled up the statistics again and shook her head. The last time someone had made off with that many quid worth of artifacts to auction off, the whole crew retired to ...

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“The Holiday Party” by Eunice Amero

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1,202 words The Holiday Party Chloe had a big evening ahead of her. She was happy as she started getting ready to go to her work holiday party where her job in a jewelry store was taking place. In behind the jewelry story was a huge storage room and each year they would clean it up and decorate it for their Christmas party. She loved it. It was so beautiful as the lights hung from the ceiling and colorful bulbs hung in the windows and along the walls and lights from corner to corner were tinsels hanging from them. Each year they pu...

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“Deck the Halls” by Avery Crescent

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Twinkling white lights and long red ribbons cascade down the branches of the towering Christmas tree that greets visitors as they ascend the grand staircase to the museum rotunda. I pause at the top of the stairs to admire the grand tree and take in the sight of the vivid mural that adorns the domed ceiling. It depicts the Greek goddess Athena in golden armor and a pale white tunic standing triumphantly over the war god Ares sprawled on the ground beside his plumed helmet and battle sword. When...

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“The Fourth Christmas Ticket” by Emilie D

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2:32 pm Jonathan heard a horn on the quiet street and knew it was meant for him. He quickly snapped a photo of the package he’d dropped on the welcome mat and grabbed the railing to steady himself on the iced over carpeted stairs. (Who carpeted outside an apartment building?) He jogged as safely as he could back to his idling van which was blocking a quarter of a driveway next to the building. “Sorry!” He shouted to the stone faced driver waiting to pull onto the street. Her non response was better than some of the other ones he ha...

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“WHAT COULD GO WRONG AT A YANKEE SWAP?” by Les Clark

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“Santa Claus is Coming to the Party” by Sarah Goodner

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Alex and I were messing up my makeup and hair in the guest bedroom where all the coats and purses were being stashed. We’d locked the door, but no one had tried to get in within the last fifteen minutes. This was a good thing because my bra had just come off. Outside the guest room, the company Christmas party was in full swing. Music was playing at a high decibel, and people were laughing over the sound of Mariah Carey singing about all she wanted for Christmas. Realtors might be some of the laziest self-employed people on the face of the...

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Set your story at a work holiday party,

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✍️ 35 stories

“Astronauts Have Christmas Too” by Edward Latham

“The Party's Over” by Story Time

“It Ends With a Broken Heart” by Graham Kinross

“A Festive Fete to Remember” by Palak Shah

“Cheated for Christmas ” by Ashlynn Altman

“Robbery at the Annal Christmas Party” by Dilbert Jazz

“Well, She Wasn't Invited” by Kimberly McFetridge

“The Way Things Are” by Diamond Star

“Tyr's Day Party” by Cajek Veilwinter

“Triumph” by William Smith

“The Holiday Party” by Eunice Amero

“Deck the Halls” by Avery Crescent

“The Fourth Christmas Ticket” by Emilie D

“WHAT COULD GO WRONG AT A YANKEE SWAP?” by Les Clark

“Santa Claus is Coming to the Party” by Sarah Goodner

🌟 Similar prompts

Write a story about a family (biological or found) coming together for Christmas.

Write a story that takes place over the eight nights of Hannukah.

Write about a cynical character realizing they do have something to celebrate after all.

Write a story about an unconventional holiday tradition.

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