Final, End, Forward

Words: final, end, forward

AI prompt: As a writer, you've spent months pouring your heart and soul into your latest manuscript, but as you sit at your desk staring at the final page, doubt begins to creep in. Is this really the end? Have you done everything you can to make this story the best it can be? With a deep breath, you gather your courage and hit "save" one last time. It's time to move forward, to let go of your creation and trust that it will find its place in the world.

Ellie's prompt: As she composes the final entry in her prompt project, the writer realizes that this may not be the end just yet. What might she discover or create going forward?

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Garage, Factory, Chalk

Words: garage, factory, chalk

AI prompt: As the last factory in town shut down, the once-bustling industrial area fell into disrepair. The only things left were abandoned garages and rusted railroad tracks. But one day, a group of kids stumbled upon an old factory that still had some life in it. Inside, they discovered a stash of colorful chalk and started to draw on the walls. Little did they know that an observer from a distant planet was watching their every move, fascinated by their creativity. As the kids explored the factory and left their mark with the chalk, they were completely unaware of the cosmic impact they were making.

Ellie's prompt: I decided to fulfill a childhood dream: I'm building a chalk factory. Now I just have to clear out the clutter in the garage.

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String, Railroad, Observer

Words: string, railroad, observer

AI prompt: As the train rolled down the tracks, a young girl sat by the window, mesmerized by the passing scenery. She absentmindedly played with a loose string on her sweater as an observer of the world outside. Suddenly, she noticed something unusual - a railroad crossing that seemed to appear out of nowhere. As the train slowed to a stop, she peered out the window and saw a majestic lion perched on a marble pedestal beside the tracks. What could it mean? She couldn't help but wonder as the train chugged on.

Ellie's prompt: As an observer of the insect civilization that lives in my pantry, I found it remarkable that the ants have created an entire railroad system. Granted, they have to pull the train by a string, but it's quite the feat. It almost makes me fear them.

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Wing, Lion, Marble

Words: wing, lion, marble

AI prompt: As the winged lion perched atop the marble pedestal, it seemed to come to life, spreading its majestic wings and letting out a mighty roar. You approach the statue, and suddenly find yourself transported to a magical world, where the lion becomes your guide on a quest to save the kingdom from a great evil. But as you journey deeper into this world, you begin to realize that the lion may not be all that it seems...

Ellie's prompt: Wing lions are an interesting tuber. They do indeed look like lions with wings. Even more spectacular is the marbling effect their juice has in water. I wonder how it would work in artwork.

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Miss, Wisecrack, Accept

Words: miss, wisecrack, accept

AI prompt: After a string of failed interviews, the protagonist finally lands a job at a prestigious company. However, their new boss is notorious for being difficult to work with, and their co-workers are less than welcoming. As the protagonist struggles to fit in, they find solace in their wisecracking colleague, who helps them navigate the office politics. But when they accidentally offend their boss with a flippant comment, they must find a way to make amends and earn their acceptance once again. Will they be able to repair the damage and keep their hard-won job, or will they be forced to start their job search all over again?

Ellie's prompt: A standup comedian refuses to accept that his bits keep missing the mark. When he makes a cruel joke at the expense of a critic, his reputation spirals down the drain.

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Memory, Drain, Infection

Words: memory, drain, infection

AI prompt: After a serious infection, the protagonist finds their memory slowly draining away. As they struggle to hold onto their identity, they begin to suspect that something more sinister is at work. With each passing day, they become more convinced that their illness is not natural and may have been deliberately inflicted upon them. Write about their journey to uncover the truth, reclaim their memory, and ultimately confront those responsible for their condition.

Ellie's prompt: An infection causes its victims' memories to literally drain out of their ears.

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