Write about an animal species that doesn't exist in real life — an alien, new discovery, imaginary creature — it's up to your interpretation!

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“THE OLD LADY'S CHRISTMAS MIRACLE CAT” by Mary-Rene Hackett-Collier

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It wasn't always like this. There was a time that when I got together with my family and the talk all around was cheerful and uplifting. Well, maybe Aunt Maude complained about her swollen ankles a bit and Uncle Andy went on about how bad the stock market was doing, but for the most part my Mama insisted talk around her table be confined to what she called, 'happy happenings'. And so I grew to womanhood taking a dim view of folks I tagged, “complainers”. In later years I would find ways to...

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“Growing up with Gracie” by Kinsey Curo

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Growing up, Gracie was my best friend. She still is, only much much better. She was the only one who ever understood what I was going through. Sure, I had other friends at school, but they didn’t truly know me. Only Gracie knew me. They say that a dog is a man's best friend, but in this case she is my best friend.Every day after school I would walk home through the dull countryside. to find Gracie sitting on the front porch waiting for me to play with her. I never understood how she got out, or the fact that she never ran away. I always lock...

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“Galaxies of Art ” by Bethany Gibson

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Golden Gate Park was rather popular and the DeYoung Museum one of the marvels of the city. The spot was busy but not overrun, perfect for a tour with a newbie. My eyes scanned the crowd in an attempt to find my friend. It is quite the triumph to be able to claim the title of friendship to this particular individual. Technically, I think it is the very first of its kind. “Joanna!” a voice cried.I turned to find the object of my search striding towards me. Behind his opaque sunglasses, I knew his solid unblinking eyes would be fixed assur...

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“The Guardians” by Chloe Cheatwood

Submitted to Contest #41

Until yesterday, I had never heard of a gremlin. Then again, until yesterday, I had never known that my family was supposed to spend their entire life fighting these creatures. My apologies, I know I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me rewind just a bit. Hello, my name is Jacob Wethers and I am completely normal, and boring. I love to write, especially after the creative writing class I took in 7th grade but that’s about it. I used to write short stories for my dad to read, but then he disappeared. &nbsp...

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“The Keibe” by Shelby Touchstone

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Journal entry 1: My name is Daniel Thorne. In my friendship with the royal garden’s caretaker, I have discovered the existence of a special species of bird. As of yet, I do not know much about this creature. I have borrowed a few of the caretaker’s books to study more. I intend to go on a journey to their habitat in the forest in the next few days. I will be taking this journal and the books so that I can continue my writings. Journal entry 17: It has been over two weeks since I entered the forest, and I have finally found the nest. It'...

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“The Creature” by Adrian Tan

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Late in the chilly night, the lone spiralling mountain road laid dormant. One side protected by the mountain, the opposite side was bare to a steep and sharp drop down the forest below. Anyone worth his or her salt knew better than to go up or down such a treacherous mountain in the dark except for the unusual daredevil such as the single truck speeding down the winding road. No doubt the driver had someplace else he wanted to be. No doubt he was cursing why the government did not just bore a tunnel through the terrain instead of making him ...

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“ "The Octopicklefintreeod"” by Liv Howard

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The weight was so heavy, my foot disrupted nature's peace, echoing the branch beneath my feet. Staying quiet was the safest option I could think of; stumbling upon this unknown creature. I should have never come out here so unprepared, especially not alone. Before I could look toward it, it was gone. With fear in my heart, I ran out of the trees back to the Lazareth Lab. Here I was an intern studying under Precious Pope. Pr...

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“The Beginning of Jane” by Marin Hunt

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Jane walked along the forest path, enjoying the cool breeze as it brushed against her face while she strolled in and out of the sunlight, turned a light shade of green by the rustling emerald canopy above. She looked up and sniffed; there would be a storm soon. She could tell not only by the damp air and the tension that seemed to float in the forest, but also from the sight of it. She watched as it rolled in, pushing the sunlight aside as little flickers of lightning erupted from within. Then, it gave out an unhappy grumbl...

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“The Mabreet” by Kai Dalcassian

Submitted to Contest #41

I was four when my mom told me I couldn’t have a guinea pig. Or a mouse. Or a hamster. I was distraught for about ten minutes, and then she told me to go play outside, and I got distracted.I was poking holes in the ground with a stick when I saw it. Not a mouse, or a rabbit, or any usual creature. It wasn’t even remotely recognizable, but I knew what it was. The word just sort of popped into my head: mabreet. It was a mabreet.I picked it up off the ground and held it cupped in my hands. It was small, like a mouse, but so much softer than any...

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“The Bobs ” by Sarah Brittain

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Earth, or what remains of Earth is simply fascinating. I have multiple degrees in human studies and relations, but I have never before been able to set foot on their planet. This planet is 6,378 kilometers (3,963 miles) at the equator and 6,356 kilometers (3,950 miles) at the poles if I chose to refer to the measurements humans use. I know everything about this great blue orb but have never had the privilege of settling down upon it. Although this Earth is quite smaller than my planet, it still has plenty of room for thousands of species to ...

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Write about an animal species that doesn't exist in real life — an alien, new discovery, imaginary creature — it's up to your interpretation!

Submissions are closed

✍️ 145 stories

“THE OLD LADY'S CHRISTMAS MIRACLE CAT” by Mary-Rene Hackett-Collier

“Growing up with Gracie” by Kinsey Curo

“Galaxies of Art ” by Bethany Gibson

“The Guardians” by Chloe Cheatwood

“The Keibe” by Shelby Touchstone

“The Creature” by Adrian Tan

“ "The Octopicklefintreeod"” by Liv Howard

“The Beginning of Jane” by Marin Hunt

“The Mabreet” by Kai Dalcassian

“The Bobs ” by Sarah Brittain

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Write about an animal who changes a person's life (for better or worse).

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Write a story featuring an animal who subverts expectations (like a snuggly tiger, or something more magical, like a literal fish out of water).

Write about an animal who causes a huge problem.

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