Write about someone who’s spent a whole year planning a big prank, and now they’re finally ready to pull it off.

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“How My April's Fool Prank Made Me Single (And Helped Me Find True Love)” by Maria Moore

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Last year my boyfriend, on April's Fools Day, had his friends, in the local police department, to prank arrest me and I vowed to get even. The trumped up charge was embezzling from his company, which I've never worked at. So, I schemed for the whole year and finally everything is ready. He will wish he'd never messed with Malina Reynosa and if it's a bit over the top, then, he just might dump me.I'm sitting in the airport's security office, where my very best friend, Mark Summers, is watching the monitors and will radio to the rest of the se...

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“May! June! February! April?” by Emma Harris

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I had been told by Artemis that she thought she might've seen something she shouldn't have in a large, abandoned warehouse. Since I was the only person she knew that had a job dealing with illegal things, she asked me to look into it. It was really snowing on the roads now (Snow in April? Even the weather's against me) and I was worried about my little car but I needed to do my job and I figured it wouldn't take too long anyway. The culprit was probably not there anymore so I shouldn't run into anything too dangerous. Nothing but structural ...

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“The April Fools” by Al Inkman

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Bill’s Journal Entry for 04/01/2021 If you’re reading this, congratulations! My name is Bill McKenzie, and somehow you’ve stolen my journal. Kidding!Anyway, I’m writing today because this is a joyous occasion for me, as this is the day… of fools.The one day in April I actually look forward to, as I can admit I’m something of a court jester, but more in the current era. I’ve been thinking this plan out since last April when my buddy Charlie thought it’d be funny to switch out my ice cream for mayonnaise. Seeing that stupid grin on his ...

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“April fool's day” by Julia Sara

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It was happening. I had waited a whole year for this. Finally, there it was, just a day left. I was ready, of course. Nothing could go wrong. I worked too hard for it to fail because of my carelessness. Tomorrow was April fool's, and I had the best, if not perfect, trick up my sleeve. The plan was pretty simple. Mom would go around walking around the neighborhood around 4 pm every afternoon. Quite dull, if you ask me. Our town is one of the most boring towns to exist, but she went walking, and as long as she was out of the house, I didn't mi...

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“The Art of the Prank” by Susan Joy Clark

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“They somehow look more impressive on canvas,” said my roommate, Ryan, standing beside me and staring at the three easels and what was propped on them. “And in frames,” he added. “As opposed to the prototypes?” I asked. I sipped my black Gevalia coffee. Ryan scratched his head, fluffing his sandy blond hair. “I don't think it's called a prototype in regard to painting.” “Preliminary drawings then?” “I think they're called 'studies,'” said Ryan. “I think you're right,” I said. “I don't think the artist studied too much, do you?” “...

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“REVENGE” by Write Doozy

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Uncle Jock was followed home by Sidney the clown. It wasn’t even busy. It was Xmas morning, and the streets were almost empty. Besides, who doesn't notice a man dressed in a blue and yellow silk jumpsuit, with size 16 shoes? Not to mention the wig. And face paint. Following you for four blocks. He wasn’t even particularly drunk. Uncle Jock that is, not the clown. The clown I assume was stone cold sober. He was working after all. He’s just an idiot. Jock, I mean. So it took him ‘til he got to the BBQ and opened the side gate, to rea...

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“14” by Sun Set

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"I wonder how we went frm spending the day together, showing and telling each other just how much we loved one another to buying presents for only one half of the pie...What a facade." Said Jimmy of Valentine's day. Before saying these words Jimmy had only dated seven girls who all main evented wrestlemania with his heart, leaving him horizontal each time. These experiences sort of turned off his feelings or so he led himself into believing. Three months after saying "I WONDER..." he realised that he had ample time on his hands and decided i...

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“April Fools” by Rebbie IB

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I didn't sleep. I didn't get a wink of sleep. why? because i was just that anxious, and just that crazy. throw in a bit of psycho in there and you have me....basically. "A, stop fidgeting." I looked at her "you wouldn't understand, I’ve been waiting for this moment since last year, when he did the mustard spray,” She stifled a laugh and failed. Ever. So. Terribly. “yeah laugh ha ha, but this year, it’s me laughing.” “A, it’s not that deep,” I turned to her so fast I think I got a whiplash. “uh, yeah it is, dude that shit stuck for a mo...

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“I, The Prankster” by Sue Marsh

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I, The Prankster Suzanne Marsh “Oh, those three! I have survived a great many students but these two have got to go NOW!!!” The nuns suffered a great deal at my hands in the two years I was at The Mount. Watching television late one afternoon I had the most scathing brilliant idea of my entire career; as a prankster. It was simple yet brilliant. It was so brilliant that I knew it would finish my stay at the Mount and convince my Mom that I would be much better off at Kenmore East Senior High School. I had tried all sorts ...

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“Fool's Paradise” by Rani Jayakumar

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Every year, Patty planned one major party. At first, it was just around Chrismukkah (her mom was Jewish and dad Christian), or New Year’s, big bashes thrown for a dozen or two of her closest friends and their plus ones, with drinks free-flowing and music that killed neurons. Then she moved on to Thanksgiving, with a big turkey, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie, inviting all her family and friends, until the turkey was the one least stuffed by the end. From there, she threw chili cook-offs and barbecues for Independence Day, singles mi...

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“My Dream Prank” by Oscar Perry

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It was a normal day in Cattle Town. Barn Johnson was in his lab analyzing specimen he found behind the toilet, meanwhile his wife, Zina Johnson, was in the mall grocery shopping. Their kids, Gear and Astrone, were about to eat breakfast. “Hey Astrone, can you pass the milk” asked Gear while pouring cereal into his bowl. Gear pushed the milk carton to the other side of the table where Astrone stood with a grin on his face. “What are you looking at loser” shouted Gear while looking around him. He grabbed the carton, poured milk in his cup ...

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“Man of Honor Mischief ” by Chloe Cota

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I hurriedly fasten my belt and look over my shoulder to the hotel room’s digital clock that had bright white letters saying “8:16”. I only have 14 more minutes until I have to leave to head to the venue. It’s April 1st, the infamous April Fools. Besides the holiday, it's also the wedding day of my best friend named Ben. The mixture of the dates couldn’t fit better together, especially since we had always had a lighthearted and fun friendship. Ben’s wife Linda is super laid back and perfect for him, she’d been part of our friend group ...

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“Sweet Revenge” by T.H. Sherlock

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I hated him. I hated every single thing about him, from his shiny forehead and receding hairline to the expensive leather shoes which made a clicking sound whenever he strutted around the office. He wore perfectly tailored suits, with a self-satisfied smirk, from Monday to Friday as a constant reminder of just how much more important he was than the rest of us. His bulging lizard eyes and insect thin body might have made a lesser man self-conscious – but not Adrian Cornell. Adrian oozed confidence and looked at us all down through his nose w...

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“Brother mine” by Priyosmita Banerjee

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I was devouring on a plate of hot omelette and toast when my phone ringed. I was inclined to decline the call, whoever's be it but I accepted it, after all its not everyday that I receive a call from my dear cousin."Hello," said I."Hello," he replied."How do you do?" I tried to say but I was interrupted by his "Now before you utter other words, dear little sister, tell me whether you are free this evening.""And you ask me this on a Sunday, brother mine? Anyways I am free.""See you at 6 pm at 'Robust', then."Before I could complain about the ...

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“Who is the bigger fool?” by Charlotte Bedford

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Trigger Warning: suicide My fingers shivered as they glided across the sharp metal surface of the chains, they felt heavy under the weight of guilt which hung so greatly on the chains I had forged. I slide them across the ground into position, I was ready now. I just needed to wait… Earlier that same day. It had been a long time coming, I knew I had to do it. It might not make others laugh, but it would be the best April fools I have ever had, I will be so thrilled come 12 o’clock this morning. I had to prepare. I thought about primar...

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Write about someone who’s spent a whole year planning a big prank, and now they’re finally ready to pull it off.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 75 stories

“How My April's Fool Prank Made Me Single (And Helped Me Find True Love)” by Maria Moore

“May! June! February! April?” by Emma Harris

“The April Fools” by Al Inkman

“April fool's day” by Julia Sara

“The Art of the Prank” by Susan Joy Clark

“REVENGE” by Write Doozy

“14” by Sun Set

“April Fools” by Rebbie IB

“I, The Prankster” by Sue Marsh

“Fool's Paradise” by Rani Jayakumar

“My Dream Prank” by Oscar Perry

“Man of Honor Mischief ” by Chloe Cota

“Sweet Revenge” by T.H. Sherlock

“Brother mine” by Priyosmita Banerjee

“Who is the bigger fool?” by Charlotte Bedford

🌟 Similar prompts

Write about a mischievous pixie or trickster god.

Write about someone who hates pranks and spends April Fools’ Day doing good deeds instead.

Start your story with a big company pulling an April Fools’ prank that ends up going horribly wrong.

Write about someone who goes to great lengths to avoid being pranked on April 1st, only to realize they had the date wrong and it’s already April 2nd.

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