Monsters!

            Speculative Fiction stories often feature monsters. Some fly, some burrow underground, some spew poison, while a rare few, love humans.

            They come in all sizes and shapes. Tinker Bell, while not a monster, was tiny. Godzilla and King Kong were gargantuan. Some, like Shek, are jolly, while others, like the evil stepmother, have viscous tempers.

            Your task is to write a story in which at least one monster plays an important role.

            Have fun with this one.

Set the Monster Free

            Every good fantasy story needs a monster. It could be a kraken, huge shark, vicious hounds, or even destructive children.

            They terrorize the village, devour pets, take bites out of boats, glom onto airplanes, and, if children, smear food all over walls.

            They leave destroyed evidence in their wake. People hide inside when they are about. Some will refuse to fly or swim or sail. Some will refuse to bear children of their own.

            Your task is to write a story in which there is at least one monster. The level of destruction should be sufficient enough to cause terror.

            Have fun with this one.