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Masquerade

On By Terry ConnellyIn prompt, Uncategorized, Writing promptLeave a comment

            Halloween is a time when we become someone else. Some choose costumes that mimic well-known people, while others go for super heroes and fantasy creatures. Masks play an important role, for they disguise the wearer.

            Parties are also part of the fun. Imagine getting dressed up in a costume, wearing a mask, then mingling with the crowd, no one knowing who you are. You can change your personality, your voice, and even your posture.

            Your task is to write a story in which your protagonist and friends participate in a masquerade. It can be an elegant party that involves holding masks that cover part of the face, or a raucous affair with loud music, lots of alcohol and relationships that come together, fall apart, then unite with new partners.

            To make the story interesting, there must be dialogue. Readers want to hear what’s being said during the preparation phase, then at the party. Setting is also crucial. Include details of the decorations, the food, the atmosphere, the location, including weather.

            Imagine what would happen if it was an outdoor party and a sudden downpour hits!

            Have fun with this one.

Masquerade

On By Terry ConnellyIn prompt, Uncategorized, Writing promptLeave a comment

            People seem to love dressing up in costume and going to parties. If the mask is good enough, even the best of friends can’t identify the wearer. This allows freedoms to say and do things that perhaps the participant would never do.

            Some masquerades are quite elaborate. They take place at huge houses or McMansions. There are spiraling staircases, gilded trimmings, caterers about and even an orchestra playing dance tunes. Decorum is maintained according to caste expectations.

            During Halloween there are also parties, but they might feature salads made up to look like human insides, games designed to gross out participants, and freaky music echoing off the walls.

            Your task is to write a scene in which a masquerade plays a major role. Make things interesting by having something unexpected and untoward happen. Think murder or grand theft. Perhaps an unwanted sexual encounter. Stumbling drunks and flirtatious behavior.

            The setting is crucial. Readers want to be drawn in by opulence or the fright-factor. Descriptions of what participants are wearing is also important. When the story gets going, dialogue will make things come alive.

            Have fun with this one.