The Old Fashioned Way

Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about two unlikely people making a connection the old-fashioned way.

With the rise of online dating, you hear a lot of talk about meeting people "the old-fashioned way." For today's prompt, let's write about two unlikely people meeting at a nightclub. Is it the viral influencer and the tongue-tied widow? The academic and the aspiring pop star? It's up to you!

Post your response (500 words or fewer) in the comments below.

Since obtaining her MFA in fiction, Moriah Richard has worked with over 100 authors to help them achieve their publication dreams. As the managing editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, she spearheads the world-building column Building Better Worlds, a 2023 Eddie & Ozzie Award winner. She also runs the Flash Fiction February Challenge on the WD blog, encouraging writers to pen one microstory a day over the course of the month and share their work with other participants. As a reader, Moriah is most interested in horror, fantasy, and romance, although she will read just about anything with a great hook. 

Learn more about Moriah on her personal website.