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Short Stories: December 20, 2017 Issue [#8657]

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 This week: Winter
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Winter


Winter is here.


Some of you are probably aware of an epic story (not short at all) that revolves around the phrase "Winter is coming" and later on "Winter is here." These books, comics, and TV show use the topic of winter as something scary. In that fictional world, winter is not just a season, but a multi-year event that scares anyone equally.

*Snow2* You don't have to write several books and then keep your fans waiting for the last one for years. (George R.R. Martin - I'm looking at you!) You can use the concept of winter to write some short stories. The beauty of winter can be the stillness of the world after a new snow fall. The fun that can be had with the snow. From sledding and snowman building to snowball fights and snowboarding, it's all in the mix.

*Cookie* Winter also happens inside. There is a fire in the chimney and spicy cookies are baking. The mulled cider smells of cinnamon and marshmallows melt in hot chocolate. Winter transcends all genres and age groups to write for.

As you think of a topic for your next short story, let winter play a role. Winter will help you set the stage and fill in expectations that you don't have to narrate. Winter is only one word, yet it can stand in for so many words and descriptions that it can help you to adhere to word count restrictions when you write short stories for contests.

Winter is really an all-purpose word, because if you write "Winter in Southern California" it looks a whole lot different than "Winter in Alaska."



Editor's Picks

 
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Skiing the POW Open in new Window. (E)
A young man pauses to reflect on his life's path
#2070249 by tucknits Author IconMail Icon

 
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World in Grey Open in new Window. (18+)
He came bearing gifts and a silver light that washed away her ghosts.
#2107573 by K Renée Author IconMail Icon

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A Winter Vacation Open in new Window. (18+)
Joanie needed to get away to relax... a 2017 Quill Award Nominee
#2109955 by Jim Hall Author IconMail Icon

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Winter in Palm Springs Open in new Window. (13+)
Dystopian vision of post-apocalyptic America - Quills 2016 Honorable Mention
#2097495 by Christopher Roy Denton Author IconMail Icon

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Missing Winter Open in new Window. (E)
Winter leaves a special gift.
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A winter storm strands seven people.
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Winter Invasion Concluded Open in new Window. (E)
An invasion in the cold of winter. This battle is done, but the war continues.
#1644949 by Wordsmitty ✍️ Author IconMail Icon

 
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