Start or end your story with two characters sitting down for a meal.

Posted in Middle School on Oct 25, 2022

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“Never Again” by Erin …

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I lived my life pretty simple. I had a routine, I woke up to a tidy room, fixed me coffee, ate me some breakfast, brushed my teeth got changed and left for school. I lived by myself in a small apartment on the top floor where I could watch the sunset over the ocean, I had the best view. My neighbors who I became friends with we’re not loud or disruptive. I lived in the perfect spot, went to the perfect school, I got the perfect and right amount of friends so where I’m not to crowded but I can invite them all over to my house. It was perfect....

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“Surprise ” by Madison Tate

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“Do you really think you could be happy with me?” I gently put my utensils down, plastic fork on the left, plastic knife on the right, just how he likes it. “I mean here, forever, just you and me.” I struggle swallow today’s slop and say, “Of course Ian, forever and ever just you and me.” He seems pleased with my response. He removes my plate from the concrete floor at which we had been sitting. “I’m so glad you’re feeling better! I’ll be right back with your meds.” I hear him climb the stairs and loc...

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“Bread and Butter” by Elaine Casey

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Tom pushed open the double doors to Oakdale Rest Home and waved at Carole, the receptionist. It was always a treat to see her, as you would never know what to expect. All the residents loved her, and she was a cheery part of their lives. This week her hair was cut short and spiky and was magenta pink. She wore a lilac nylon smock with her name tag, ‘Carole’ pinned to her chest. A bright yellow buttercup had been pushed through the back of the pin and its now wilted petals drooped over the oak emblem that was embroidered on the pocket below.“...

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“Love” by Uzma Sanam

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It was a rainy evening. When Julia was about to leave the school, it started raining heavily. Julia was a 54 years old, Maths Teacher. As she stood for a long time, she decided to sit there till the rain stops. As she sat on the chair, she heard a voice.‘Good evening, ma’am. I am Brian’s mother. Is Brian disciplined in the class? Is he studying well?’, enquired Brian’s mom.‘Good evening. Brian is an obedient and an outstanding student.’, replied Julia.‘Thank you, ma’am. See you next time. Let’s leave Brian.’, said Brian's mother.‘Thank you, ...

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“Peas, Please and Prayer” by Peg Cook

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"Jamie, Ali called. "Son, come on. Dinner's ready. Go in the bathroom, wash your hands and let's eat." “Not right now mama, I’m busy.” “What are you doing?” “Playing with my Paw Patrol.” “Jamie, you've been playing that game for an hour. That's long enough. I want you to come and eat your dinner. I fixed your favorite. Hotdogs and Macaroni and cheese. And some green peas. “I don’t like peas.” "I know you don't, but I want you to taste them. I melted some butter on them and I know you like butter." The child did not move. “Jamie. Dinner. Now....

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“Spaghetti Surprise” by Amber Reed

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I stood in the kitchen, staring at the clock on the wall. The hands ticked by casually and I knew I had to give him a call. I slowly tipped the glass of sparkling wine I'd poured for myself down the sink, the bubbles fizzing as they swirled down the drain. My insides twisted, like a snake tying itself in knots as I picked up the phone. My thumb hovered over his name for a second too long and I bottled it. With a heavy sigh, I strolled into the living room, sitting on the sofa. The cool chestnut brown leather felt lovely on my bare legs and t...

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““What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate” - Cool Hand Luke” by MJ D

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There was a strong smell of garlic seasoning and bread straight from the oven. Maya sat on a red waiting bench for her mysterious partner, who held the reservations. She’s tried blind dating before and swore that - despite liking to meet all the very nice people - it was not for her. Her friend talked her into one last date, a final hurrah. Being the paranoid person she is - she had arrived 15 minutes early. Maya still had ten more minutes to wait when a tall man walked in. He made eye contact and smiled. He wore a blue button-up s...

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“Champion” by Calen Cross

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“The chosen champions of the realms, Sir Donovan for the Kingdom of Flugefell and Sir Wilhelm for the Kingdom of Gilhere!” We sat across from each other, a plate piled high in front of us. Neither of us had touched the food. We sat and sized each other up, the fate of the kingdoms in our hands and our stomachs. Breaking bread with one another had been a tradition of the realms going back for thousands of years, so far that no one truly could tell you when the tradition had begun. It started out as a friendly gesture- breaking...

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“TWO MASTERS” by Raymond Ifeanyi Ofurum

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TWO MASTERS Immediately Mr. Jerry landed back home from Gabon; where he was away for three (3) months in his business cause; things became unbearable and unpleasant as he may describe: When he discovered that his apprentice was now the latest philanthropic personnel in Garki Abuja. (Wondering restlessly). He was shocked to hear that John the little one he nurtured in the business of distributing and marketing agricultural raw materials to the various agro-allied firms throughout the surrounding states within the capital territory, was now co...

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“Blind Date” by Christian Sexton

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"Jake, this was a terrible idea." "It'll be fine." "A blind restaurant? Really?" Sarah leaned as close to his side of the table as she could. "I heard that even the waiters are blind." "In that case, I would keep your voice down. They have exceptional hearing." "How are they supposed to bring us food!" "C'mon, you said you wanted an adventure." "An adventure is a random trip to Paris or a hike through a jungle at night or camping out in the middle of a field. Not dining at a ...

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“What is left behind” by Deirdre Johns

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The edges have dulled. Their ability to dice and julienne and chiffonade is no longer clean or crisp. The edges leave a ragged and haphazard appearance to onions and carrots and leafy greens. Somehow, the nature of the cut--in its distressed state--is appealing to Amber. There is hard labor in cutting things that should be easy. “Perfect cuts do not mean the flavor is better,” she told Mark once. He complained that the ingredients should be evenly distributed, all big chunks or little chunks or somewhere in between--but even. For cons...

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“Sacrificed to Surpass” by Harry Kearns

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The torchlight blazed in the Warden’s metal-clad hand, illuminating the makeshift elevator as the guards lowered the cage down the shaft to the lower levels. The clicking of chains echoed all the way down as they made their descent until the bottom was reached. The morning light had no place in the dimly-lit prison. Out from the cage the Warden guided Lord-Clairvoyant Silas down the halls. Two guards followed close behind, halberds in hand as they passed the cells. The two paid no mind to the voices of the prisoners. Whether they were beggin...

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“Bacon And Lanarous” by Arshiya Moin

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Bacon And Lanarous Cizon and Dorron sat down in the comfort of their wooden dining table which specifically represented the dining for two near the fireplace on the perfect night which was dark but loud by the deafening sounds of thunder and rain, the best time to fill tummies with deliciously prepared meal and slip in the comfort of warm and cozy sheets. The smell of the soil outside was soothing but their noble wooden cabin love...

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“A SPECIAL LUNCH AND A PHONE CALL” by SHYAMALA BHUVANACHANDRAN

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Priyanka received a phone call. It was an unknown number. First, she hesitated. Then she picked up the call. The lady on the other side of the call introduced herself as an old friend from Yashoda Hospital and she reminded her about Priyanka’s blood donation stunts. Priyanka remembered the incidence and recollected the lady. She told her, “It was not any stunt Aunty. I genuinely donated blood at that time. Though it was not used for the patient you were referring to. By the way I am not seeking any fame or remuneration for my deeds. Neither ...

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“The masquerade” by Sena Akakpo

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As claire sat on the dinning table thinking about how to take to John and convince him to take her to prom she heard a lound bang at the door she hesitated to open open the door but she opened it when she did she saw a very tall handsome boy with brown hair and a very cute fiface she stood there for a minute thinking of what to do next when the man spoke hey am Frank and am soy for bothering you at this moment I really need to have a drink am very tasty please help me. Claire continued to stairs at the man for a very long time I out of the d...

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Start or end your story with two characters sitting down for a meal.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 264 stories

“Never Again” by Erin …

“Surprise ” by Madison Tate

“Bread and Butter” by Elaine Casey

“Love” by Uzma Sanam

“Peas, Please and Prayer” by Peg Cook

“Spaghetti Surprise” by Amber Reed

““What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate” - Cool Hand Luke” by MJ D

“Champion” by Calen Cross

“TWO MASTERS” by Raymond Ifeanyi Ofurum

“Blind Date” by Christian Sexton

“What is left behind” by Deirdre Johns

“Sacrificed to Surpass” by Harry Kearns

“Bacon And Lanarous” by Arshiya Moin

“A SPECIAL LUNCH AND A PHONE CALL” by SHYAMALA BHUVANACHANDRAN

“The masquerade” by Sena Akakpo

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Write a story where a meal or dinner goes horribly wrong.

Write about a group of strangers — or people who know each other, but may as well be strangers — eating together.

Write about a character preparing a meal for somebody else.

Write a story that involves a secret or magic ingredient.

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