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    Writing Prompts #452 & #453

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Well here we are again at the start of another weekend. Yes, it is Friday and that means it is time to tempt you all with some new prompts. Now that October is underway, some people might find it nice to curl up with some apple cider, a slice of pumpkin pie, and write! As usual it is time to see if we can encourage new authors, revitalize lagging authors, and see if we can keep our usual crew pumping out new works. Just the weekly reminder - Prompt responses under 1,000 words must be posted as part of a collection.
     
    Prompt 452 – Creative
     
    Tag – First Line
     
    “So tell me all the details!”
     
    Prompt 453 – Creative
     
    Tag – The Break
     
    You never got to take your vacation during the summer when everyone else did. With it slowly moving into fall you decide it is past time for a break. Where do you go on your vacation?
     
    This week was a bit sparse with people taking a shot at the new prompts. We did have two authors who attempted Prompt 450 which asked authors to use the following in a story – an apple, a farm, hay, a horse, a diamond ring.
     
    First up was JohnAR with another chapter of his metaverse.

    Curious as to what happens next? Read it right here - https://www.gayauthors.org/story/johnar/metaprompts/38
     

    Puppilull attacked this as well with a new chapter about the Vampire we've grown very interested in.

    You can read the rest of this tale here -
     

    So that is a sample of what our authors did last week. If you are interested in the stories please read and comment on them. It helps an author to know people are enjoying their work.
     
    I have question to ask you, loyal readers. Do you prefer to have a sample of all the works our authors have done or would you rather just have one or two spotlighted? I'd like to know as we go forward so prompts can reflect your interests.
     
    Thank you for taking the time to look at this week's works by our talented authors. Please check back next week to see what new wonders have been produced. Remember to read, comment, and tell your friends about the stories and authors you enjoy. It helps to introduce people to new stories and gives a boost to the author. Till next time, be safe and well.
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    Prompt 848 and Prompt 849

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Greetings. Sorry if I am not a familiar face, but I had to take some time away from the site. However, I am back to tease and cajole you into possibly writing a prompt for us. Welcome to the prompts of 2021.
    Prompt 848 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "That was the last thing I ever expected to see."
    Prompt 849 - Creative
    Tag - New Man
    When you left work on Friday, your best friend told you he planned to start a weight loss program so he would be a new man by the end of the year. Monday morning you stroll into work and find a stranger sitting at your friend's desk. Everyone is treating him like your friend but he is taller, thinner, and a few years younger. Who is the new man and what happened to your friend?
    Remember short pieces must be part of a collection. Until next time remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and healthy.
     
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    Prompt 892 and Prompt 893

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Well it is July. Not sure if we can let it go, but Hurricane Elsa made it to the USA. Stay safe everyone. Anyway, new prompts for the interested.
    Prompt 892 - Creative 
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a storm, a broken fence, a scared dog, a flash light, and an old typewriter. 
    Prompt 893 - Creative
    Tag - Viral Video
    Most people who make it big on Tik Tok or YouTube work hard to become viral. Unfortunately your video went viral for all the wrong reasons with two and a half million views. What is your video about?
    So those are the new prompts. Hopefully, one catches your eye and gets you to write. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.  Stay well.

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    Prompt 890 and Prompt 891

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Welcome to July. Did you miss me? Hopefully, you enjoyed the anthology. Time for some new prompts.
    Prompt 890 - Creative 
    Tag - First Line
    You touch a hair on his head and I will break your hand! Do you understand me?
    Prompt 891 - Creative
    Tag - Stanger 
    There had been filled with electricity all day. As evening fell, the storm finally arrived with heavy rain, lightening, and thunder. From the darkness he strode out, a large hat that hid his face. Nearly seven foot tall he walked like a phantasm with his coat billowing in the rain. The stranger had arrived and everything would change. Why?
    So those are the new offerings in the prompts. Hopefully, something appeals to you. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.  Stay safe. 

     
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    A Loss

    By comicfan,


    Dad
    Like most people, I lost my father and it turned my world upside down. It is hard to deal with the death of a parent. It was when my mom passed. I stepped in and for 12 years I have taken care of my dad. No dates, no life, just work and helping him. 
    With his passing it was rough. It hurt worse in February when my job cut 5,000+ people due to Corona. Sent me into a depression. There were days where getting out of bed was the accomplishment of the day.
    I finally have pulled everything together. I am finally executing my father's will. It hasn't been easy. My brother didn't come when my dad was sick. He didn't come when my dad died. All he has done is complain about how long this is taking.
    So now I turn the page and wonder what am I supposed to do? Who am I? Only time will tell as I begin again at 51. 
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    Prompt 882 and Prompt 883

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Another Friday has come so it is time for new prompts.
    Prompt 882 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a noose, a broken ladder, a torn letter, a poisoned teacup, and a bloody shirt.
    Prompt 883 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "You'd think he'd learn his lesson, but he never does."
    Good luck. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 888 and Prompt 889

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Alright, June is here and it is time for Pride. First Friday of the month so that means prompts. 
    Prompt 888 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "If one more idiot asks me if I'm a top or a bottom, I swear, I'm going to deck them!"
    Prompt 889 - Creative
    Tag - Parade
    After a year in quarantine, you decide it might be safe to do something outside. You decide to go to the parade. What is this experience like after a year of isolation?
    So that is this week's prompts. Until next week. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe.
     

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    Prompt 886 and Prompt 887

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Here we are at the end of another month. Is it me or did May fly by? Anyway we made it to Friday and two new prompts.
    Prompt 886 - Creative
    Tag - Bear
    In a world of thin, muscular, hairless men he stood out. Older, hairy, and a tall drink of water he was known simply as Bear. He has his sights set on you. What do you do?
    Prompt 887 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a farm, an old car, a plaid shirt, a blue bicycle, and a pair of muddy boots.
    Hopefully one of the prompts appeals to you. Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay well.

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    Prompt 884 and Prompt 885

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    I apologize for being late. Stomach bug had me up all night. Anyway on to the prompts.
    Prompt 884 - Creative
    Tag - The truth
    You were tired of finding those close to you were lying and keeping things from you. Your father had created a chemical that forced people to tell the absolute truth. However, once exposed they could never lie again. He refused to it to go out of his hands afraid of the repercussions. You take the chemical and pour it into the local aquifer. What happens when people are now forced to only tell the truth?
    Prompt 885 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    I just want something to eat and a nap, so screw off!
    So there are this week's prompts. Hope one appeals to you. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 880 and Prompt 881

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Well, May is here and so is more rain. At least it is Friday. Ready for new prompts?
    Prompt 880 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "Flowers? Okay, what do you want?"
    Prompt 881 - Creative
    Tag - Magic Kingdom
    You grew up on stories of Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty. Then you can across an ad online about a Magic Kingdom up for sale. Curious you contact the email listed and told you can become the owner of your own magical realm if you have the money and can pass the guardian wizard's test. What are you waiting for?
    So there are the new options. What do you think? Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay well.
     

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    Prompt 876 and Prompt 877

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Welcome to Friday. No preamble today, just the prompts. 
    Prompt 876 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "I'm so late and she will kill me!"
    Prompt 877 - Creative
    Tag - Hero
    Tonight was not your normal night. First your car broke down in the middle of nowhere. Secondly, you couldn't get a signal so you had to walk for miles to get help. When you finally did find help it was one of those new costumed heroes only you never expected him to act or dress as he did. What was your hero like?
    So that is this week's offerings. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 878 and Prompt 879

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Well, we have made it to the end of April. May brings mother's day and lots of flowers. Today also brings new prompts.
    Prompt 878 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use  the following words in a story : a card, a single rose, a baby bottle, a soft blanket, and a kitten.
    Prompt 879 - Creative
    Tag - Unexpected
    Your mother always said things happen in threes, but you never expected such different things to happen. First was a job offer from a company you had never heard of. Second was a letter from your ex asking to talk. Finally you arrived home to find a man who could only be described as sex on two legs standing at your front door. What brought about these unexpected events and how did you deal with them?
    So did either appeal to you? Hopefully, you will write a prompt story. Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay healthy.
     

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    Prompt 874 and Prompt 875

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Hello to all you lovely people. Welcome to Friday and new prompts.
    Prompt 874 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "I promise to consider it, okay?"
    Prompt 875 - Creative
    Tag - Mother's Day
    Lilith is known as the mother of monsters. However, even the most vile wants its mother's love. This year her favorite child is coming to see her. What is this Mother's Day like?
    So those are the new offerings. Does either appeal to you? Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 872 and Prompt 873

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Hello all you beautiful people. It's Friday again so that means prompts.
    Prompt 872 - Creative
    Tag - Animal
    As you pulled into your driveway you gave a sigh of relief. The rain was coming down in buckets as you hurried toward your door you paused swearing you heard a cry. As you went to move you heard a pitiful cry of pain. You look and find some sort of animal, hurt and bleeding in the bushes by your front door. You take inside to help it. As you carry the animal it leans into you for warmth. As you look you realize this is no normal animal. What have you found?
    Prompt 873 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a small demon, a werewolf, a cup of coffee, an orange, and a pink t-shirt. 
    Hopefully, a Prompt appeals to you. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.

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    Prompt 868 and Prompt 869

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    March is flying by and we are already halfway through the month. Where did the time go? And the are expecting snow? Oh well. It is Friday, that means it is time for the new prompts.
    Prompt 868 - Creative
    Tag - Oh, Pup!
    It snowed last night and you woke to a foot and a half of the frozen mess. You made coffee and were about to head back to bed when you heard a thud near the back door. Afraid that ice had fallen onto your grill, you open the back door to check. Instead of ice, you spot an all black puppy's head just barely above the snow. You drop your cup and dive in to get the pup. What happens next?
    Prompt 869 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a gray bunny, a carrot cake, spilled juice, a new pair of pants, and a bunch of daffodils. 
    So those are this week's prompts. Hopefully, one of them will inspire you. Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 866 and Prompt 867

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    March is not sure what it wants to do. Windy and chilly, quickly followed by warmth and a beautiful day. Anyway, we reached Friday and I have new prompts for you.
    Prompt 866 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - a bunny, a bag of jelly beans, a card, a new blue shirt, and an egg.
    Prompt 867 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "What are you trying to hide?"
    So those are the latest prompts. Does either one appeal to you? If so feel free to create your own take and link it in the Prompt forum. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and well.
     

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    Prompt 864 and Prompt 865

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    March has come in with wind and cold. Here we are on the first Friday of the month and that means new prompts for everyone.
    Prompt 864 - Creative
    Tag - First
    "I wondered how long it would take you, but now I know!"
    Prompt 865 - Creative
    Tag - Luck of the Irish
    They say a kiss from the Irish is lucky. You aren't so sure, especially since you ran into one Sean McDabney. Sean is 6'4", solid muscle, fair skin, hair that glows like burnt copper, and just twenty-one years old. You were heading home when the giant man nearly collapsed on you, drunk. You manage to get him standing when he grabs you and passionately kisses you. From that moment on your life completely changed. What happened after the Irish lad planted one on you? 
    Hopefully, one of the prompts will appeal to you and you will write a tale.  Unfortunately, we had no takers last week. Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like.

     
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    Prompt 862 and Prompt 863

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    February simply flew by and March is next week! We just keep going. Hopefully, all is well with you. Since we have reached Friday I have new prompts for you.
    Prompt 862 - Creative
    Tag - The gift
    For years the world dealt with a pandemic that was slowly killing everyone. It took five years before a cure was found and a vaccine was created. A side affect of the vaccine was found in the first generation born to parents who had been vaccinated. Their children developed a super power at thirteen. Anyone who was LGBTIQ+ seemed to develop more than one gift and they were stronger. Tomorrow is your birthday and what gift did you get?
    Prompt 863 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words 
    Use the following words in a story - a tombstone, a computer screen, an apple, a warm blanket, and a man's ring.
    Last week we did have a taker for one of the prompts. @Mawgrim took a shot at Prompt 861. You can read the story here - https://gayauthors.org/story/mawgrim/mawgrims-prompts/2. It was bloody interesting. Sorry, couldn't help myself. Go read and leave a comment.
    Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and well.
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    Prompt 860 and Prompt 861

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Wow, February is really being harsh in the United States. Winter storms are ripping through the states and poor Texas is a mess. Just hoping everyone survives. In the mean time, I'm going to try and lure you into writing with some prompts.
    Prompt 860 - Creative
    Tag - List of words
    Use the following in a story - a broken mask, a flat tire, an old street sign, a blanket, and a credit card.
    Prompt 861 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    The door creaked open revealing the blood spattered on the floor like carelessly thrown rubies in the first rays of the sun.
    There were no takers on last week's prompts. Hopefully, something will appeal to someone and they will share the link in the prompt forum. 'til next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and healthy.

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    Prompt 858 and Prompt 859

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Hello and welcome to another Friday. We are so close to Valentine's Day so they are coloring this week's prompts. Get ready and see what they are offering.
    Prompt 858 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "Why do I have to dress up?"
    Prompt 859 - Creative
    Tag - Roses
    It had been a bad storm and you were up all night. Dragging yourself out to go to work and you find a multicolored rose on your doorstep. When you get to work you find another on your desk. As your day goes on you find roses with tags addressed to you. At five pm, as you prepare to leave work, you find a twelfth rose and invite to dinner. Who is your admirer and why the dozen roses?
    We did have someone take a shot at prompt 856. @Mawgrim wrote this - https://gayauthors.org/story/mawgrim/mawgrims-prompts/1  Go give it a read, a comment, and if you enjoyed like it.
    Hopefully, one of the prompts will inspire you to write. Until next time, remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and well.
     

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    Prompt 856 and Prompt 857

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Welcome to February. Is it me or is this year flying by? Oh well, it is prompt time.
    Prompt 856 - Creative
    Tag - List of words.
    Use the following words in a story - a snow storm, a beach towel, a postcard, an old wallet, and a goat.
    Prompt 857 - Creative
    Tag - Healthy
    Your partner is always wanting to travel, try new foods, and experience new things. Unfortunately, you have been sick and refused to do much. One day, they don't answer their cell phone and you are forced to shopping. You remember hearing someone scream and then nothing. When you wake up you feel like a kid. Nothing hurts and you feel reenergized. Then a nurse comes in and asks for your name, birthdate, and who is the president. When you give your birthdate he pales, but when you name the president he nearly falls out of his seat. He presses the wall and ten doctors come rushing in. What has happened that you are now so healthy?
    So those are my offerings this week. Does either one appeal to you? If so try writing your own prompt response. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and well.
     
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    Prompt 854 and Prompt 855

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Another week is nearly over and so is January. Where did the time go? Time for some new prompts!
    Prompt 854 - Creative
    Tag - Snow
    You've come home early due to snow. There is already four inches and it is still falling. The problem is your town is in the middle of the desert, and the temperature has gone from 90 degrees to 31 degrees and it is supposed to be near zero degrees by sunset.  What happened? 
    Prompt 855 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "Wow, is that what you really want?"
    So there were some who took a shot at last week's prompts.  For Prompt 852, @Mikiesboy wrote a great one. Give it a read here - https://gayauthors.org/story/mikiesboy/onlyprompts/27
     
    So what do you think? Did you like one of the prompts? Hopefully, next week your prompt can be featured. Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like.
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    Prompt 852 and Prompt 853

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Hello all and welcome to another Prompt Friday. Are you ready for another set of teasers? Well, here they are.
    Prompt 852 - Creative
    Tag - First Line
    "Oh, damn. Now what?"
    Prompt 853 - Creative
    Tag - The Library
    The librarian slowly crossed the room, carefully holding the small crystal on a pillowed tray. "Here is the life you wished to see. Just remember you will see and experience their entire life in twenty-four hours. Just be aware this will become a part of you. Are you sure you wish to read this life?" You nod, shaking with nerves. Whose life are you going to read? 
    So those are the latest prompts for your consideration. Does either one appeal to you? If you do write one please list it in the prompt forum.
    There was a response to my first prompt when I returned to the site. Written by @Mikiesboy on Prompt 848. You can read it here - https://gayauthors.org/story/mikiesboy/onlyprompts/26
    Until next time. Remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and well.
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    Prompt 850 and Prompt 851

    By comicfan,


    Prompts
    Welcome back to another Prompt Friday. I have some offerings to tempt you into writing.
    Prompt 850 - Creative
    Tag - List of Words
    Use the following words in a story - London Bridge, swiss chocolate, a torn ticket, a Welsh Corgi, and a blue umbrella.
    Prompt 851 - Creative
    Tag - Destiny
    It was the day from hell and you weren't sure you could handle any more stress. Falling into you bed, you curse, saying "It's all Destiny's fault." You wake to find an older man who is sitting at your desk, busily writing in an enormous book, between sips of coffee, and stroking his neat little beard. You ask who he is and he turns, pinning you with his stare. "I'm Destiny. I've never bothered you before, but now you have my attention." What have you gotten yourself into?
    So does either appeal to you? If you decide to write a story remember to link it in the Peeks and Prompt Forum. All short stories must be part of a collection. Are you glad I'm back? 😉 Until next time remember to read, write, comment, and like. Stay safe and healthy.

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    Funerals and Caretakers

    By comicfan,

    The past two months have taken a toll on me. There has been a lot of change.
    11 years ago my mother passed. At the time I lived in Connecticut, but one call changed it.
    Not even a year later my father called and asked me to move back home. He didn't want to be alone. I was 40.
    Moving home seen the end of my dating, a rare night out every six months or so, and running to doctors for him or me. I had eye surgeries, a triple bypass, and felt the pressure to keep him going.
    I heard him tell people I was lazy, stupid, and not helpful. My self esteem nosedived, but I put on a smile and did as needed.
    This year he had nasal surgery on polyps that were growing. Then issues with his blood pressure. He took a fall in the bathroom and cut his head open. Two weeks later he woke throwing up blood. Failing kidneys, liver, retention of fluids, lung issues and more within his last weeks of life.
    He passed on last Friday, 14 hours after being taken off life support. He was finally buried on Wednesday. I had to handle everything alone because my brother lives in a high covid state, Florida. The emotional drain has been enormous. 
    So for 10 years I have been the caregiver and my life has been on hold. I have to readjust how I view and do things. I can date. Who wants a broken down 50 year old?
    The door closed and a whole wall fell. Once I can figure out who I am, maybe I can live for me again.
    Sorry to ramble, just needed to vent.
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