They stand, snow swirling around them, looking into each other’s eyes under the dim, fading light of lamppost. After years of not speaking to each other, a gap has been formed. A gap that now sits between them, filled with an unsettling silence. There are things to be said, arguments to be settled, love to […]
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“Uh, thanks.” I gaze at the glum frame. A lamppost in a landscape of powdery snow is looking back at me. Pine trees peer in from the sides. “Merry Christmas,” she answers. I stare. Hm. “Touch it.” They said I shouldn’t. “Please.” She’s dangerous, they said. But her eyes are so hopeful. I reach forwards, […]
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She stood by the green lamppost with the chipped paint showing red underneath. Snowflakes settled upon her face and carved lines down her cheeks. Or were those tears? She couldn’t tell. She felt nothing now, only cold. She hated herself for pushing him away but didn’t know what else to do. “Hey.” She turned when […]
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These 100-word stories from December’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments section of the “December Writing Challenge.” . Róisin O’Donnell 17 Ireland What Could Be He was still there. I wanted him to go away. It would be easier to […]
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While December is usually the happiest month of the year, filled with the Christmas spirit and excitement for ringing in the New Year, the conclusion of 2016 was far from it. The end of last year saw a significant number of deaths within the artistic community. Here are just a few for summary and remembrance: Richard Adams: […]
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Whether you’re living it up at a party tonight or spending a quiet night in with friends and a round of Monopoly (guilty), we hope you have a safe, fun evening sending 2016 off in style. Happy New Year’s Eve, Germies, and we’ll see you on the other side!
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These entries from November’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments section of the “November Writing Challenge.” . Aditi Chanda 18 India Oh, to be young and in love The prince lay at the bottom of the lake, hair gently swaying […]
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Welcome, Germies, to this month’s writing challenge! This challenge will begin today and will end December 31st. However, you are welcome to come back anytime to complete the challenge and submit it below in the comments section. We will pick a few of our favorites that are submitted during this month, though, and they will be featured […]
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These entries from October’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments section of the “October Writing Challenge.” . Allison Bell 15 Canada “You really shouldn’t have come here.” Her voice was raspy and dry. Her black eyes were staring at me […]
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