Such a diversity of responses this week, given that the core was so well-defined—a painting with a very clear image, and a limiting theme for the story line. But although the central figure is the same, so many different stories have formed around him. I loved reading these, many of them worthy of the great folk legend tradition.
Sarah’s is a cautionary tale with a surprise ending.
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Lady Lee’s is a romantic story in a poem.
Microfiction challenge #10: Far far away – ladyleemanila
Shaun’s story is another cautionary tale, but with a different injunction to Sarah’s. Sarah warns against following dubious dreams, Shaun urges us to go for it. Both work as stories.
Far, Far Away: A MicroFiction – Clockwork Clouds
And Ken’s story is about what happens to you if you dither on the fence.
In Michael’s story, I’m wondering if the fact that the boy has to leave his stick outside the city before he can enter is significant. Perhaps a call to lay down our arms if we want to live in peace?
Microfiction challenge #10: Far far away | Morpethroad
Kat brings the boy into her ongoing saga with consummate ease. This story will be a novel before it’s over 🙂
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Kerfe has created a dance in pictures in response to the prompt—beautiful!
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Leara’s story makes me think of Superman. It’s certainly the start of something epic.
Merril’s story is a perfect fairy tale, tinged with a hint of sadness.
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The end of Phylor’s story took me by surprise. A familiar character returns and I was not expecting it at all.
JD’s Microfiction Challenge #10 far far away – Phylor’s Blog
Great stories (and poem) all. I hope you’ll look in tomorrow for another image prompt, and that it inspires some more tremendous writing.
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Wonderful collection of stories (and poems) from this prompt. Wow!
Worthy of a collection 🙂
Yes, indeed. 🙂
I loved all of these stories. (K)
The theme inspired a lot of gentle, hopeful stories.
Thanks for hosting/compiling this Jane! Thoroughly enjoyed it and eagerly anticipating the next one!
I love writing to image prompts, so it’s a pleasure for me too 🙂
Many varying perspectives, all entertaining.
That was my thought too.
I have had many inquiries on whether my story will continue. I don’t really want to write a longer story but if there is enough interest, I can post a challenge for others to complete the story. My story can be the prompt. Anyone interested in doing that? Thoughts?
I know Sarah had a much longer story and trimmed it severely for this challenge. Mine could have had a much longer treatment too. Why not? It’s a good idea to have a common first chapter before branching off in our own directions. I’ll give it a go.
Great! I will get a post up tonight or tomorrow with inlinkz for submissions. I am excited to see where this goes. Thank you!
Writing initiatives are wonderful. We all have so much to learn.