# Write a short story

An original short story built around your idea, genre, and characters.

- Topic: Creative Writing
- Framework: RTF
- Level: Standard
- Tags: Writing, Write, Brainstorm, Fill-in Template
- Source: https://www.thinkwithprompt.com/prompts/write-a-short-story

## Prompt

```text
Write a short story.

**Premise or idea:** [IDEA]
**Genre and tone:** [e.g. literary, sci-fi, thriller, cozy mystery, horror, romance]
**Main character(s):** [WHO they are and what they want]
**Length:** [WORDS]
**Point of view:** [first / third person]
**Must include:** [elements, themes, a twist, setting details]

Craft requirements:
- Open in the middle of something happening.
- A character who wants something, faces obstacles, and changes.
- Show through action and dialogue rather than explanation.
- Specific, sensory details; distinct voices for each character.
- An ending that feels earned (it can be open, but not arbitrary).

After the story, give 3 notes on what you'd change in a second draft.
```

## What to fill in

- IDEA
- WHO they are and what they want
- WORDS
- first / third person
- elements, themes, a twist, setting details

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