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Haha, yes, or you can use the word as a story title.😁

We know who wrote which story and won this year’s contest. Congratulations Gary L. And now? Watching the horizon thoughtfully and waiting for inspiration to strike? Or you could write a prompt story and maybe expand it…. PT Prompt #354 What if you could make objects talk? Heinrich Heine’s quill, for example. (I just saw it at a museum.) Which object would you choose, and what does it tell you? PT Prompt #355 Five friends are playing a board game. After a while, they roll numbers that weren’t on the dice before, and what happens when those appear? Maybe an empty side on a six-sided die. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

I've written zero stories, but I have an idea.

Your story was one of those I wasn't sure I wanted to read. Don't get me wrong, it's very well written, the timelines flawlessly interwoven. The message is clear, true, and right. But to what avail? Look around us. They forgot, and keep forgetting, or never learned. Maybe you're right in writing a story like this. Silence is wrong; silence from desperation is wrong. In the end, you quote one of my favorite poets, who was born in my hometown. We had to fight to name our university after him. Why? Oh, why?

Rory has been forced-fed the utter truth about himself and, on top, cursed to never be able to lie again. Tough love. And spontaneously, my mind displays many faces who should at least take a long view in this mirror. One can dream. I enjoyed the story with my soggy muesli, entirely your fault. And I dream.

At first: Congratulations to Gary L. I'm a little behind on everything this year, but I will read almost every story; one or two descriptions/tags make me wary. Anyway, I enjoyed the stories I read and am looking forward to reading the rest. Thank you, authors, editors, and Cia.

We have two fig trees in our garden, and I always thought they had some kind of magical aura. The fruit, jam, and pesto are always welcome giveaways. But who cares, right? The story: I liked the subtle build-up. The hints made me ask, could it? Is he? Maybe? That's good writing IMHO.

Cat. I don't know what to think about the humanized cat, but he comforted a dying man and accompanied him in his passing. That I can see.

That was exactly what I needed: short, sweet, funny, and awwww.💖

I liked reading the facts first. The description of the way they entered the island was well done. The end was indeed short and sudden. Just the facts.

I freely admit I never ate and never will eat chicken wings, but I understand the need for a special sauce, and the spices sounded scrumptious.

This was fun! You had me with "Rub me hard." Oh, and "I am not a people. I am an event." Even better.

Okay, now everyone will believe me when I say I didn't have time to participate. I'm going to try to read them all. Life is still crazy.

Thank you, Bill!

Of course. :)) Nope. Choose

This year I’m going to clear out the shed. I’ll try this long hike someone recommended. I won’t sleep in every day. I’ll eat healthy, all these yummy vegetables and fruit that are available now. I will finish the story that has been on hold for so long. Summer break starts on Monday, and I have a very long list. What about you? Maybe try to write a prompt story? PT Prompt #352 Dale bought an ice cream maker, but vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry are just about that: vanilla. He wants to experiment. Write about the wild flavors he creates and their reception. PT Prompt #353 Summer promised their mom that they would finally renovate her porch. First step: DIY store. But then there is this dreamy guy who crosses all their boxes, and Summer can’t help but follow him through the entire shop. In the garden department, he suddenly stops and turns around. OMG! They grab the nearest (add random plant here…). Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

I'm an open book. I don't have any secrets.

Yes!

This must have been the motto last week. I saw colleagues wearing colorful lounge pants or skirts to work, who would have denied even owning such clothes the day before. The boss man walked around in shorts and Birkenstocks. And don’t forget the guy in the loose linen shirt, wide-brimmed hat, and dark shades. All I say is… You Can Leave Your Hat On. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdwIKTLP_3Q Ehem… To the prompts. PT Prompt #348 Someone sits in a café off a crowded street with a friend. Both love to watch people. It’s a hot, hot day. Write about their conversation and the people they see. PT Prompt #349 List of words: A gust of wind, a wide-brimmed hat, Joe Cocker’s song You Can Leave Your Hat On, a running man, a beach towel, a barking dog, a motorcycle, and a rose tattoo. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

That's exactly what I wanted! Thank you, Bill.

Yes, the game you call soccer is football to me.😛 And of course I'm cheering for my team. I'm happy the Canadian and American soccer teams won their games, too, as alien as it might be for you guys. I watch basketball too, especially when my team wins the World Cup. Then there's handball (What?) Yeah, yeah, it's a fast sport and very cool, believe me. And don't forget rugby. This was my take on sports talk. I'm going to put my feet into the pool and try to survive this insane heat .

Ooookay, I suppose you packed a shotgun? Someone shows murderous tendencies. Again.

When Val posted the pic of the overflowing suitcase a couple of weeks ago, I remembered a game we played in the car when we were kids. Some of you might know it. In Germany, it’s called I pack my suitcase. How about we play the game this week? I’ll start by packing my suitcase and grab my favorite hat. You pack your stuff in the comments, choose things as outrageous as you want. PT Prompt #344 Someone picks up their suitcase; it opens, and everything inside spills onto the hotel lobby floor. Choose from the suggested items in the comment section. PT Prompt #345 It’s still World Cup time, which means you can pack souvenirs to take home, not the boring stuff; be inventive. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

They played this song on the radio while I was driving to work. It made me think. Is anyone but me still listening to the radio, or do you prefer to stream your favorite playlists, podcasts, or audiobooks? I like the radio in the morning. I catch up on the news, good or bad, and the local weather report, and I get to hear new or very old songs. This week's prompts have been inspired by the aforementioned song. PT Prompt #340 You or your main character are/is waiting by a red light. It’s hot and sunny, and the convertible behind is loudly blaring Dara’s Bangaranga. PT Prompt #341 So, it’s the 2026 World Cup. Is anyone interested in soccer games? Normal people can’t afford to watch the games live in the stadiums, I’m told. To stay with the radio theme. Two friends are going on a road trip. One is a huge Soccer fan who loves the official World Cup song, Dai Dai, and is listening to Shakira, singing along and shaking their butt the entire time, be it behind the wheel or on the passenger seat. Do they reach their destination together?LOL Did my videos the radio star? Or motive the plot bunnies? Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

Thank you for considering my series. I'm soooo curious about your thoughts.