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Something of an update.

You might have noticed that I started "The Bradbury" Open in new Window. and posted a single short story... and nothing since.
I am now 17 weeks behind. Maybe 18?

The truth is, I am having a hard time. The world is awful, my country is imploding, my life is at a complete standstill and I'm a couple of months away from not being able to pay rent. I'm in the middle of the most difficult life transition period I've ever been though, with no idea how long it will last. And I'm not the only one.

I should have a lot to say. I don't.
So forgive me if writing and creativity isn't at the top of my priorities.

I will continue to run "The One-Line Lyric Challenge" Open in new Window. for as long as I'm able, but I wouldn't expect much else.
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You need to look after yourself first.

Do what you need to do for you.

And good luck. We're all here for you.
Anni, I'm so sorry to hear of your troubles. If you need an ear... Shoot me an e-mail or message.
1 month
2 prompts
3 prizes
4 words
5 days to enter

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Song Prompt: "No Gringo" Open in new Window.
Lyric prompt: "Everything In Its Own Time" Open in new Window.



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Ouch... my nerves are a bit sensitive this morning and "No Gringo" really hits me. I wasn't familiar with this protest song. Now I am.
Really recommend this. So good to spread writing wings.
Kåre เลียม Enga Author Icon - Sorry, maybe a warning is in order next time?
S 🤦 Author Icon - Thank you so much for the ringing endorsement!
*Bell* Hear ye, hear ye! *Bell*

We have a new prompt over at:

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Song Prompt: "No Gringo" Open in new Window. (new)
Lyric prompt: "Everything In Its Own Time" Open in new Window.

Both prompts are due at the end of the month.

The next one will be lighter, I promise.
It's just been a heavy month. Or four.
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Just heard there was a shooting over the weekend at a big event I used to attend every year at my alma mater just blocks away from where I lived. 3 people injured, fortunately I don't think anyone was killed.

This comes two days before the Day of Remembrance at the university I was working for, where 32 people were killed in a massacre in 2007.

Enough already.

 
Thoughts and Prayers Open in new Window. [13+]
Three mass shootings in the last 24 hours. How many is too many?
by Anni Pon Author Icon
Just a quick little reminder:

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Lyric Prompt: "Everything In Its Own Time" Open in new Window.


Now back to your regularly scheduled Newsfeed.
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Hmm… now that I’m finally caught up in Promptly Poetry, I could take a look at some other prompts for once. *Laugh*
Is there no minimum or maximum? And each month, they have the option to write either a poem or a story? Sounds cool.
It's a beautiful day for a rally, isn't it?

Staying silent isn't an option anymore.
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Sorry guys, there's no lyric prompt this month.

...

APRIL FOOLS!

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon

Lyric Prompt: "Everything In Its Own Time" Open in new Window.

Prizes for last month will be sent out soon.
Bored? Looking for something to do?

Questioning your life choices?

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Lyric prompt: "Walking in Memphis" Open in new Window.
Song prompt: "Simbiose" Open in new Window.

If you're tired of feeling bored all the time, there's a solution.

Side effects include: Loss of time, uncertainty, high gift points (5K+), headache, merit badgitis, and occasional reviews.
Please see a doctor if your entry exceeds 50,000 words, as this can be a sign of a novel condition.

Ask your doctor if "The One-Line Lyric Challenge" Open in new Window. is right for you.
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I overhauled an item in my porfolio:

 
Mutiny Open in new Window. [13+]
There's a mutiny afoot.
by Anni Pon Author Icon


For at least the 10th time.

I reread it last night and realized the meter was still off. Not sure why this one has given me so much trouble. Still not perfect, but it flows a lot better now. I'm finally happy with it.

This is your sign to go back and rework your old writings with fresh eyes.

Be ruthless. I know it's your favorite line and it's so clever, but if it doesn't work with the rest of the piece or doesn't flow right, then cut or rephrase it. Keep an old version if you think you might want to go back to it someday. Maybe you can work it into a different piece, or start a new one.

No one writes a best-selling novel or world famous poem in one take. You'll be surprised what you can end up with if you continuously improve on the same work over time.
The rumors are true.

No, not that one.

...

Not that one either.

There is a new prompt at:

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Song Prompt: "Simbiose" Open in new Window. (new)
Lyric Prompt: "Walking in Memphis" Open in new Window.

Both are due at the end of the month.
A blast from the past:

"Wanted" Open in new Window.

Lost: one hour, last seen
Sunday, at the corner of
Daylight and Savings street.
If found, please fall back
and call the time police.
End this temporal malady.
Reward: $50 thousand
Or an extra hour of sleep.
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It's bound to turn up again sooner or later—they always do. Give it a few months, say six or so, then contact the police with a description.
Happy March, all! I am flying out tomorrow to Memphis, TN for a job interview at a great institution. This would definitely be a dream job.

Unfortunately, I won't have time to send out prizes for "The One-Line Lyric Challenge" Open in new Window. until I get back March 5.
Apologies to everyone who entered last month for the delay.

However, there is a new prompt up now!

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Lyric Prompt:"Walking in Memphis" Open in new Window.

Deadline is the end of the month.
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Good luck for the job interview. I hope you get it.

If you haven't already done so, maybe add a disclaimer with the judging time-line on the contest page since a newsfeed announcement travels off the page.
Hoping for the best for you.
Best of *4leaf* Luck!
Five days.

That's long enough to walk from Chicago to Cleveland. Or grow 2.5 mm of hair. Or read the Quran, twice. Or climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Or enter:

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Song Prompt: "When in Rome" Open in new Window.
Lyric Prompt: "All Things End" Open in new Window.

I suppose it's your choice.

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There's no way I could walk from Chicago to Cleveland. Although I could manage the hair, I'll admit that.
"When in Rome" is one helluva protest song. Folks who focus on survival only know what they know... I see there are two responses. I should write to this as well, maybe use the phrase in italics that came to my mind.
Alright, fine.

You can have a Song Prompt for February.

But not until you finish your Lyric Prompt.

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


Song Prompt: "When in Rome" Open in new Window. (new)
Lyric Prompt: "All Things End" Open in new Window.

Mmm, topical.
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I finished my lyrical prompt. Can I have chocolate with my song prompt? Please?
Good things come to those who wait.

And here they are:

The One-Line Lyric Challenge Open in new Window. [13+]
A musically-inspired challenge with writing prompts posted twice a month. Prizes included!
by Anni Pon Author Icon


New lyric prompt for February: "All Things End" Open in new Window.

The prizes for January have all been sent out, and the January prompts are now closed.
Second prompt for February will go up in a couple of weeks!
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