Jan 21 2008
Weekly Shorts
I have this pretty decent idea. I need you all to help me out. I don’t know if I ever mentioned this before but sometimes when I come up with a story it typically starts with a name and then it goes from there.
So I thought this one up earlier today; its called Weekly Shorts. Where you give me a name and I write a short story no more than 1,000 words.
How it works:
1. Leave a comment with this post with a fictional character’s name and the type of genre you want be it love, mystery, or whatever. Please specify if the character is human or something else.
2. Also leave either your name or your screen name and your website/blog.
3. In a week or more, depending on how many want to do this,the story will be posted and at the bottom you will receive in post text link to your website/blog.
What you receive:
1. The satisfaction knowing you helped write a story.
2. In post text link is always worth something.
What I receive:
1. A way to explore, experiment and fine tune my writing.
2. Lots of new stories to share with world.
3. Inspiration.
So lets start a revolution today and make Weekly Shorts something fun where maybe we can get to know someone new! Leave those comments I will be waiting.
original comments from blogger-
Genre: Fantasy
Genre: Mystery
Genre: Alternative Historysee above for my name & site address :)I can’t wait to see what you come up with
genre: murder mystery
WesternGreat idea you have here!
Genre: Fantasy / Drama / Go for it! ;)My blog is “Life on the Road: Home Business Homeschool and Cats!” at http://www.tiffanyblitz.com/blogThanks!
genre: horror
Genre: Romance!
Genre: Fantasy
Character: Alex (human male)
Genre: mystery
Looking forward to doing some reading.
valmg of
I know EVERYTHING - just ask my hubby can be found at http://www.valmg.com
Genre: Fantasy romance
Race: A mysterious, shadowy, beautiful water-like creature who lives in the sea and comes on land at night.Name: Liza S.
Blog: http://www.lizaveeta.com
Genre: SteampunkIf you are unsure of what Steampunk is, think Magic meets Industrial Revolution ;)I am a big fan of steampunk, and this is a fun sounding Idea!
I am also a blogspot member, my link - http://oneangrygamer.blogspot.com
Genre: historical fiction
Genre: Science Fiction
Genre: RomanceThis should be interesting : )Poke me when you have written
genre:fantasymy blgo: Gale Rainwater Photography
http://galerainwater.com/blog/
Character: Danthorn (Viking Warrior)
Genre : Historical FictionFrom Drew at www.benspark.com
Genre: Chick-lit mysteryNicole
http://nicole-bruised.blogspot.com/
Genre: Kiddie Lithttp://vintagegent.wordpress.com
^lol can’t think of anything so feel free to use my name.Genre: Psychological Thriller
Men in black
Male
Sci-fi
Blog: Cool videos
Genre: Horror/Westernblogs:
www.thebeandom.com/drupal
and
www.thebeandom.com/spaceturtleI’ll link this on mine because it is totally cool. I write creative fiction and more on my Space Turtle blog.
For a complete list of completed stories please visit here
Hello everyone and new submitters, welcome to the permament home Weekly shorts. Please do not be discouraged by the amount of submitters. I just finished Nicole’s story and will soon be working on Vintage Gent. So please submit. I am looking forward to hearing what you have got!
This is a really, really cool idea. Here’s my submission.
Name: Ivan (human male)
Genre: Horror
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Character: Ali Baba (Human, Male)
Genre: Fiction Hero
It’s a great idea. Thanks!
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Character: Richard Feynman
Genre: Non-Fiction
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Name: Sebastian (dog)
Genre: love
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HI, Just to let all new people know as of 4/4/08 there is one story left to write. A lot of the above are trackbacks and a couple of comments. I am looking forward to writing your ideas!
Neat idea!
Helene, human female
favorite genre: myster
http://www.onlinedatinglife.blogspot.com
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What a great way to keep the creative juices flowing!
Olivia, human female
favorite genre: suspense
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Fiona,human female
Favoutite genre; mystery
http://girlspamper.blogspot.com/
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Name:HappyApple ????
Genre:Fantasy Humor
http://www.bookcalendar.blogspot.com
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name: lizziebelle (female frog)
genre: magical realism
write the story and please advise and I will post it on my blog, eastsidemommy.com/blog
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Name: Adivoni (female)
Genre: mystery-suspense-thriller!
http://animesearchsite.com
Today is 5/28/08 As it stands for this moment I have all stories written before eastside mommy. Ideas are always welcome
name: Nihandra
gender: female
genre: mystery-cultural
Good luck!
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Name: Denise
Gender: Female Pig
Genre: Fantasy/Comedy-Romance
(a female pig in love with a handsome dog)
Thanks. You’re idea is cool.
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Name : Restivus Randt - male human
Genre: Mystery
Name: Valya Miskina
Genre: war drama
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Great idea. I think I might be a little late for it so I won’t put anything but it’s a great post.
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Name: Caitlin Madison
Genre: Comedy
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