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STORY STARTER

A teenager from a reclusive society is allowed on the internet for the first time, and struggles between enjoying it, and wanting to continue with his natural lifestyle.

POEM STARTER

Write a poem about the moment before you step on stage.

STORY STARTER

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.

POEM STARTER

Submitted by Atlas

"I bite the hand that feeds me, so that maybe it'll let me starve"

Write a poem which includes this line.

STORY STARTER

Inspired by Quinn Miller

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

“Her training will protect her.”

STORY STARTER

'I recognised his eyes as soon as he walked through the door. I froze. I couldn't do this right now.'

Continue the story...

POEM STARTER

Submitted by Margaret Sok

Write a poem or story around the theme of 'Lonely Together.'

STORY STARTER

Submitted by J.R.Watson

Write a story in which a blind man unknowingly makes friends with an invisible man.

STORY STARTER

Submitted by Kelaiah Nordin

"Take my hand!”

"No way!"

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

VISUAL PROMPT

By Jeremy Bishop @ Unsplash

However this image inspires you, create a scene that takes place in this setting.

However this image inspires you, create a scene that takes place in this setting.

POEM STARTER

Inspired by Maranda Quinn

Write a poem in any form, on any topic you like, which uses a single metaphor throughout.

Try to develop the metaphor as the poem progresses, and use it as a central theme throughout.

STORY STARTER

Submitted by The Author

When I died, my shadow decided they would take over...

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