"Just say it," you silently reminded yourself. You knew you'd regret it if you didn't.

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“Your Constantly Colliding Realities” by James Ashton

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As you sat there on that bench your words just seemed stuck in your throat. The language was trapped in an equilibrium between thought and spoken word. It was the fear that trapped you. If you said those words then they’d be out in the world, they’d be truth readily available for all to hear. And it was there, on that bench that you thought about what got you to this moment. To this point where all other points split from, where all realities are shaped and formed.The way you figure it, homecoming Freshman year was where the realities starte...

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“MISSING RIB” by Uzonna Cyril

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MISSING RIBThe choice of a life partner has been a hard nut to crack. Many factors has made it a dead zone for many. Take a look at various marriage tribunals and statistics all over the ...

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“Jokes and Laughter” by Jessie Winterspring

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You're the campus clown in your college. The cool and funny man. You love making everyone laugh, and everyone love you because you make them laugh. Girls always wanted to be close to you and be your friend and that’s your biggest problem. You always end up being a friend, even with your ex-girlfriends. You get asked on a date a lot, but it often goes nowhere because they can’t see you getting serious about anything, especially not with relationship, but they’re wrong. So wrong.A woman once made you stop joking and just listen. She was Kaila ...

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“Daze of Love” by Dobby's Sock

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You are dazed. As if you had received a right hook straight on your ear. The air smells of disinfectants. The security guard is not letting you in. If it is an emergency, you know not. It feels like one since your father is shouting at the guard to let you both inside. His white halo of hair is rising quickly and settling down like a breeze, which is just what happens when he is tensed and internally conflicted. Should he be himself, scowl, and pour out a neat lecture to the guard that would make no sense, or should he be the hero that ...

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“Didn't It Rain?” by Katharine Tierney

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"Just say it", you silently reminded yourself. You knew you'd regret it if you didn't. But you didn't, and you do. Your husband is stubborn in his insistence that you make the market trip to the village of Taz this morning; despite your lame objections you have no choice but to obey his commands. If you told him of the scoffing, the cruel jokes, as you so desperately want to do? The constant barrage of snide remarks? It would make no difference. He would just say he is doing the will of his God, and he doesn't care what the villagers say. It...

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“Within the Hour of the Wolf” by Rodrigo Juatco

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You are no doubt wondering why such a tragic and dark-laden title, “Within the Hour of the Wolf,” was chosen for this piece. Is the writer some crazed lunatic who runs rampant into the night howling at the moon in symphony—nay in oneness—with the nocturnal beasts? “Well…no.” Yet at the same time a resounding [cue an operatic singer punctuating the last word on a high note] “YYYEEESSS!!!” Yes in that you may have observed a certain nameless individual, in the past, running, or at least stumbling, in the dark (beer in hand) howling at the moon...

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“Leaving Home” by Sihrua Permelona

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You're tired. You've been tired for a long time, you know, but before you had always thought that if you were strong enough, believed enough, was good enough, maybe the tiredness in your bones will pass and you'll learn to live the way your friends does. But it didn't work out like that. The cycle of self-hatred and not being good enough still continued, your words stuck in your throat and your tears hidden beneath your blanket. You know it will continue unless you let them go. It will continue unless you leave. The thought sends a shudder...

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“Memory” by Apoorva Kamath

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Commuters walked in and out of the buses in the bus stations, cooping-up in the small places to reach their destination. As the bus stopped from one station to another; to move in and out, there is an intense barged among the travellers. Everyone wanted to move out first and vice versa even when all knew that bus wouldn’t stir until everyone were in or out. One who had their elbows into the other’s stomach earned tutted looks yet none utter a word. Nonetheless, it was a regular thing for everyone. It was the least of your concerns. You cramm...

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“I Just Had to Say It” by Esther Andrews

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Are you an honest man? A truthful man? Or do you bleed the souls of others solely for your personal gain? Will you convince a woman that you love her, when your deep underbelly quietly reveals you’re using her for whatever you can get out of her – money, sex, a responsible partner who can pick up the slack of your irresponsibility, and the children you deserve to have? Will you quit drinking tomorrow? Or is that just a story you keep telling me to kick the can down the road another day? Will I have to tiptoe around you and watc...

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“Playa” by Blane Britt

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I believe a lot of young men living in and out of the hood, truly believe they know what and who a “PLAYA” is. They have no concept of the mental and psychological effect it has concerning the “PLAYA” mind, out of body experience, spirit and soul. The urban dictionary defines a “PLAYA” as a group of people, usually guys, who "play" or “manipulate” others to ultimately get what they want, like sex or money, by using charm, game and an often, a lot of lies. Females cannot be a PLAYA. A real “PLAYA” is often times highly intelligent wi...

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“Next Question, Please.” by Brita Sherren

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"Just say it," you silently remind yourself. You know you'll regret it if you don't. You stand and step to the microphone placed in the aisle. There's no line, no one waiting to speak. You take a deep breath. "I don't believe it." You say. "You're saying that here, in our community, in our schools, black people can't get a fair shot? You're saying that I'm racist? You don't even know me! Hasn't all of this racial injustice stuff gone far enough? I mean, it's 2020. I wo...

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“Revelation” by Ella Lane

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It was a long day, or what felt like it. The clouds were dark and seemed to darken your mood even more although, not in an angry way. It felt as if there was a heavy weight on your chest. Not only did it feel like something sat there, but it was also dragging you down. Making every minute tick by slower and every action do the same. It wasn’t as if you were sick, you had something on your mind. Well, rather someone. It wasn’t like you knew this person, it was just the waitress that served you tea and a bagel this morning. She was beautiful...

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“Sometimes Happy Endings Don't Exist ” by Grace Jarvis

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Note: The gender and names of characters can change depending on your gender. Have a good reading :) “Just say it,” you silently remind yourself. You know you’d regret it if you didn’t. You begin to lose yourself to the music again as he spins you around. The beat fills every movement the two of you make. Every step, every breath, and every heartbeat make you long for more. More you don't need; want and more that digs your hole deeper. You regret not saying it as you begin to feel sick and you begin to lose consciousness to the beat of the ...

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“On Trial” by Elizabeth McInnis

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“Just say it,” you silently remind yourself. You know you’ll regret it if you don’t. His eyes demand an explanation, but whatever words you had so bravely composed in your waking hours, half-hoping they wouldn’t have to be remembered, stick in your throat now. You can only muster up an abbreviated form of your previous indignation. “I don’t deserve this.” You say, but you swallow fearfully, doubting your own resolution. He glares. “You don’t?” The question jabs like an accusing finger. In the face of his cold countenance, all you can thi...

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“All The Wrong Things” by Eyona Choi

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I clutch the straps of my worn denim backpack in my sweaty fists, reaching for words. There are a million things that I could say, but only one of them is right. Only one of them will stop you from walking away right now. But which? “Don’t go!” I could say. But that’s cliche and anyway, I’m not nearly assertive enough for that. “I love you!” Too upfront, and we’ve never said that before. In fact, we’ve never talked at all. At least, not in real life. “Wait!” No, no, no. It’s all wrong. “I have so much to tell you.” That would scare...

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"Just say it," you silently reminded yourself. You knew you'd regret it if you didn't.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 218 stories

“Your Constantly Colliding Realities” by James Ashton

“MISSING RIB” by Uzonna Cyril

“Jokes and Laughter” by Jessie Winterspring

“Daze of Love” by Dobby's Sock

“Didn't It Rain?” by Katharine Tierney

“Within the Hour of the Wolf” by Rodrigo Juatco

“Leaving Home” by Sihrua Permelona

“Memory” by Apoorva Kamath

“I Just Had to Say It” by Esther Andrews

“Playa” by Blane Britt

“Next Question, Please.” by Brita Sherren

“Revelation” by Ella Lane

“Sometimes Happy Endings Don't Exist ” by Grace Jarvis

“On Trial” by Elizabeth McInnis

“All The Wrong Things” by Eyona Choi

🌟 Similar prompts

As you check your mail, you notice a letter that makes you stop in your tracks.

You looked out the window and, not for the first time, thought about how wrong the weather forecast had been.

Suitcase in hand, you head to the station.

You check the time. Perfect. As intended, you've arrived fashionably late.

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