STORY STARTER
Submitted by Chloe Flora
Your character is working remotely in a cosy bakery, tucked in the corner with a warm drink and their laptop. Describe the feeling they have.
Try to utilise as many senses as you can to fully immerse the reader in your character's experience.
The Corner
11/15/24
Today I found a little coffee shop on the corner. When I walked in, I couldnât help but delight in the delicious smell of the pumpkin bread and the heater sending out warm air. Music was gently playing.
A sign above the checkout was decorated for Christmas. Mosaics of red and green sprawled it. The word âChristmasâ went across it, written in calligraphy.
There was a seat tucked away in the cornerâa booth. It had soft yellow lights on the top of it and a large table to work at.
I walk towards it and set down my laptop. I collapsed into the soft cushion, letting out a sign of relief. M_aybe I should grab something_, I said to myself, getting up and walking towards the front.
I was overwhelmed by the smell of drinks and breads and other items. The cashier looked at me kindly as I decided on what I would like.
âMay I get the Christmas Delight Coffee with only 2 pumps of caramel?â I asked.
âSure.â She replied, going to make the drink. After a moment, she came back. âThatâll be $3.â
I paid with my phone, thanking her and heading back to my cozy booth. The coffee let out a pleasing aroma and steamed. As I sat there, I couldnât help but notice the beauty of this place. Although I certainly didnât want to work, I knew in my heart that this was the best I could make it.
