*Stories for the bent, by the bent, about the bent.*
Every Wednesday, I write a story under 500 words—but you pick the topic.
Send me a genre(like sci-fi, comedy, gothic romance, or cowboy shapeshifter) and a word or phrase to start with.
I’ll pick one prompt each week and write fresh stories—no fluff, no filler, no AI schlock. Just one human brain on fire.
If your prompt gets picked, I’ll tag you and shout you out. If not? Try again next week.
Drop your prompt in the comments below, or reply to the email if that’s easier.
Let’s build something weird, raw, and unforgettable—together.
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