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Submitted by The Stranger

'The wind blows my hair. I’m standing on the edge again.'

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A red dot appears on your character’s chest. The Sniper has found them.

Continue the story. Focus on creating a suspenseful and ominous tone.

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The horses in the stable went wild; they knew of the coming storm.

Write a story that starts with this sentence. Is the 'storm' literal or metaphorical?

WRITING OBSTACLE

Blue and red lights flash in the distance, but it’s not the police.

How can you use the literary technique of subverting expectations to write a compelling story?

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Inspired by Lola

"You have ninety seconds to hide. If you are found, you die. Good luck."

Your protagonist hears this announcement: continue the story.

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'It’s hard to be inconspicuous when you’re hanging upside down.'

Write a story that starts with that line.

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Inspired by Expresso1241

In a world where pain is optional, your protagonist seeks it out.

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Your terrified protagonist is riding on the back of their friend's motorbike, when their hand suddenly slips.

Continue this scene from their perspective, detailing their fear, elation, or relief.

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Inspired by Quinn Miller

“I asked you to protect her, not train her!”

“Her training will protect her.”

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Submitted by Kelaiah Nordin

"Take my hand!”

"No way!"

"I’m not asking you to marry me, I’m trying to save your life!"

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A couple's thrilling game of dares escalates, pushing them to increasingly risky and illegal activities.

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A character receives a disturbing text message that throws their world into chaos. Write the scene from their viewpoint.

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