Write about someone asking out an old crush, only to realize their crush doesn’t remember they’ve ever met before.

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“The Jock” by Jillian Charlet

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The cup slips out of my hand and glass shatters as I try to catch my breath. He looks up from his conversations sharply at the commotion I’ve accidently created. How is he here? He looks like a dream and I have to hold myself back from running right into his arms. My hands shake as I bend down to scoop up some of the glass chunks. Footsteps approach loudly in the silent library and I am looking at two black shoes that have approached me. I glance up. “Can I help you?” ‘Thomas, hi!’ My heart screams. I take a deep breath and search hi...

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“Melody’s Crush” by Phoebe Nortey

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She smiled as she sneaked a look at him again. As far as crushes went, he was her longest. She just didn’t know what it was about him. Was it just his clear brown eyes or his nice smile? Was it his intelligence, athleticism or over all sensitivity. Melody had never actually spoken to him before, oh no. These were the things she had seen from afar. She was miserably pining after him even though her friends had encouraged her to try something. Talk to him. Throw a mug at him. Anything. She didn’t. Not after the mortifying incident that...

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“Unexpected Reunion” by Vakhiya B

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He hadn’t changed one bit. Time has been incredibly kind to him. The little flecks of silver on his hairline were new but it only added to his overall sexiness. His laughter was richer, deeper than I remembered. Regardless, it still left me with the same warm sensation of being wrapped up in a cozy blanket on a cold winter day. Oh, what I wouldn’t give to be the one standing next to him, hearing it everyday, for the rest of my life. Those beautiful, verdant pools of liquid emerald suddenly focused on me and I straightened from the way I wa...

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“Remember Me?” by Amy Jayne Conley

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I met his eye across the room. I couldn’t quite believe it, to be honest, but I knew I had to if I was to get what I wanted… or, at least, attempt to. I drained my glass and tried to still my shaking hands, but the more I went through my plan of action in my head, the worse the nervous sweating got. I’d be a puddle by the time I got there, I was sure, never mind the LA heat that still lingered in the air-conditioned bar… still, I steeled myself, taking a final breath, and set off across to the other side of the bar. “Hi! Can I have a glas...

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“After 12 years...” by Lomi Willow

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In the children's ward of the hospital stood a young woman. She seemed to be in her early twenties and was slender with beautiful long black hair. She smiled happily as she played and interacted with the children. As she did another young woman around her age came in and ran up to her holding two cards. "Olivia!" She waved the cards in font of her. "You have to come with me!" Olivia looked at her with her brow raised. "That depends where you wanna take me. You know I don't go to places like clubs or bars, Lucia." Lucia sighed. "Yes, I kn...

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“An Odd Couple” by Stan Allen

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The world blinked, but James Cowell didn’t notice it. He woke from a strange dream, but couldn’t seem to remember what it was about. Jim made a pot of coffee and didn’t think about it. Jim is a photographer and a good one. He took a cup of coffee into his home office to see if by chance someone out in this wonderful world needed his expertise with a camera. An email from National Geographic was waiting in Jim’s inbox. It wasn’t the first time they hired him so the letter wasn’t a surprise. This contract would keep Jim busy for six months tho...

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“Spring” by Grace Arons

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The newcomer strode through the entryway, shoulders squared. Verin watched as his eyes darted across the torch-lit arena. On a spring morning before dawn, the students of the King's Academy were practicing their fencing. Something in his nervous gaze felt vaguely familiar. Had they met? He looked eighteen or nineteen years of age, around Verin's age. “Look at those eyes.” Beside Verin, Aria casually flipped the wooden practice sword in her hand, an appraising expression on her face. “What do you think?” “Ah…” What sort of answer was ...

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“Love in costume” by Andrea Itt

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Isaiah had planned to ask out his crush that day, Addison Myron. She had the cutest short haircut that bounced up and down when she was happy and freckles that pronounced her green eyes. He had met her during the school musical. The school was doing The Addams Family and he had lost his voice trying out for Lurch . She had gotten him lemon tea to heal his voice. It did help eventually, but he was stuck as an understudy. Isaiah walked up boldly with his chest stuck out proudly. It was valentine’s week and the school’s plastic hearts gave hi...

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“Seven-O-Two” by Grant M

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Matt was dicing tomatoes when Leo burst back into the kitchen, cradling a stack of dirty dishes in one arm while he kicked open the door with his right foot. “I think I know the girl at seven-o-two,” said Leo, setting his cargo down on the counter beside Matt’s cutting board. Matt gave the mess of plates and bowls and half-finished entrees a quick, side-ways glance—careful that it seemed a somewhat critical movement—and went back to his work. “Seven-o-two,” said Matt, “two salads,” with the edge of his knife he tidied up...

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“Playing Hearts” by Walinda Pollard

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Playing Hearts It has been years, and I think about you all the time. My imagination runs wild about us being together. We have never had a date, nor you have barely spoken to me. We are in the same class and live in the same neighborhood. You must know who I am because everyone else does. It is a hot sunny day. I ‘m driving in my red-hot convertible with white leather seat covers. The DJ on the radio said, “If you really have someone you want to get next to, this is for you.” I start singing I want to get next to you! Oohs wee that was ...

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“Crush” by Randi W

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Kate balanced on the ladder as her eyes scanning the bookshelves, hoping to find a copy of The Canterbury Tales. After a few moments Kate finally located the leather bound volume, unfortunately the book sat just out of her reach. Kate leaned as far as she dared to try and reach the book, her fingers lightly brushing the spine. 'Just...a...little...further...' she thought when she lost her footing, she braced her body for the inevitable landing. Her eyes were still squeezed shut when she realized that two strong arms were holding her; taking ...

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“Clothesline” by Ananya Filbert

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She dusted the clothes noisily till every fold opened as if she were undoing a piece of origami. They succumbed to her jolts and the water hiding covertly in the corners of the clothes were defeated. They fell as droplets on her face and limbs. Her bodice was soaked in soapy water and around her tummy there was a dark moist stain of where she had held the bucket. She scrunched her face each time she shook out the clothes, her strong arms worn by the humdrum of housework wrung the clothes she stretched them for the sun. She lined them meticul...

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“The Mystery of the Lady Who Forgot” by Ahana C.

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Daniel smoothened his scruffy hair, straightened his collar and buttoned his jacket. He was going to ask Lydia out, and nothing would mess up his chance of spending a few hours with his old crush. As he stepped out of the house, he remembered his mother's complaints on Lydia: that she wasn't rich, that she wouldn't be able to give Daniel a "proper" life. Daniel sighed. I'm not even sure whether she'll accept my request or not, and here Mom's grumbling about me spending my life with her, he thought, shaking his head. The arrival of an automo...

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“My Midnight Star” by Nancy Gwillym

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The only woman in my life these days didn’t know my name and regularly accused me of stealing her valuables. As I drove up to see her, I sent my sister a text, letting her know a reprieve from the daily care of our invalid mother was imminent.“Just picking up paperwork, then heading north. Tell mom to hide the jewelry.”The errand, I thought, would be a good little respite as I grappled with the ever limiting options available for the one lady I would always love. I was looking forward to meeting my lawyer’s assistant, Joanna, who had graciou...

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“Taking off my rose colored lenses” by Nico 93

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This is finally the moment Jose is going to ask out Erica, finally. He has laid down the groundwork for this exact instance, beginning with their first introduction seven years ago, to their engaging late night conversations at college bars, and culminating with this moment right here: Erica across the room, laughing with her head held back while Jose nervously plays with the button on his coat. Jose is tense for two main reasons: although he has conjured up this moment multiple times in his day dreams and regular dreams, he really h...

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Write about someone asking out an old crush, only to realize their crush doesn’t remember they’ve ever met before.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 159 stories

“The Jock” by Jillian Charlet

“Melody’s Crush” by Phoebe Nortey

“Unexpected Reunion” by Vakhiya B

“Remember Me?” by Amy Jayne Conley

“After 12 years...” by Lomi Willow

“An Odd Couple” by Stan Allen

“Spring” by Grace Arons

“Love in costume” by Andrea Itt

“Seven-O-Two” by Grant M

“Playing Hearts” by Walinda Pollard

“Crush” by Randi W

“Clothesline” by Ananya Filbert

“The Mystery of the Lady Who Forgot” by Ahana C.

“My Midnight Star” by Nancy Gwillym

“Taking off my rose colored lenses” by Nico 93

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Write about two people reconnecting after a rough patch in their relationship.

Write a love story about an older couple who’ve been together since they were teenagers.

Write about a first date that surprises both people, but in different ways.

Start your story with one character setting up a romantic dinner, and end it with them looking at a framed wedding photo.

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