Write a story in which a character eats something that they shouldn’t have eaten.

Posted in Mystery on Dec 8, 2023

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“The Question of Being” by Krunali Shah

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The coat she stole today was practical with quite a few pockets. As she went about Shillong on foot, she used the ends of her coat to flick a map here and a fruit there. Her movements were well choreographed with three years of practice. The shop owners wouldn't know that they were missing inventory until late evening. Of course, Anya was an ethical thief. She only took what was necessary. It didn't make sense to take anything in excess. For one, she couldn’t hold on to them, and it would make the process of getting rid of her posses...

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“Pumpkin Pie” by Elizabeth Sloughter

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TW: Death and brief mention of rape He was universally hated. Not really. He had charisma. He was good-looking with an athletic build and a charming smile. He was a diligent employee, putting in extra hours to get ahead, putting in extra hours to help out co-workers. He was good with babies. Amongst strangers ...

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“When Hunger Strikes ” by Frida Z.

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I did it again.I had promised myself that never, never again would I eat in such a voracious, gluttonous, disgusting way. And yet here I am, right back at the starting point.Here I am, wiping my mouth clean from the still warm droplets, rubbing the back of my hand against my semi-parted lips. Staring blankly at my image, reflected on the tinted glass of the cupboards looming over the kitchen counter. Hating myself for all I have just eaten and promising myself that this will be the last time. Actually, I am not promising that to myself, but ...

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“King of Stupidity” by Katrina Pierce

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This might be the stupidest thing investigative journalist Cynthia Cline has ever done for a story, and she’s done a lot of stupid shit over the course of her career. She’s no stranger to putting her life in danger to reveal the truths that her watchdog journalism unveils. Employed by a rather small-town newspaper, she’s somehow become the unsung hero of their investigative department. Always running straight into fires without an exit plan, Cynthia has been crowned the King of Stupidity by her grouchy – and honestly resentful – boss...

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Write a story in which a character eats something that they shouldn’t have eaten.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 64 stories

“The Question of Being” by Krunali Shah

“Pumpkin Pie” by Elizabeth Sloughter

“When Hunger Strikes ” by Frida Z.

“King of Stupidity” by Katrina Pierce

🌟 Similar prompts

Start or end your story in a bustling street food market.

Include in your story a scene about a family's last meal before a significant change.

Write a story in which a certain food makes your character travel back in time.

Write a story in which a character cooks up something to impress someone.

Contest #228

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