Can Free Story Snippets Inspire Your Next Novel?

Thread starter Noisy Rhysling
Start date Apr 3, 2016
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The discussion centers on the sharing of creative story ideas that come to mind but may not be developed into full narratives. The contributor expresses a desire to release these ideas, offering them freely for others to use. The first idea shared is a vivid scene set in a jungle, featuring a dramatic line where someone is screaming about being eaten, followed by a humorous reflection on whether the person screaming owes money. This blend of tension and humor highlights the contributor's unique storytelling style.

Apr 3, 2016

Noisy Rhysling

I get these bits of a story that float around in my head. I'm no writer so they won't go anywhere if they don't get out. Therefore, anything I post here is free for anyone who wants to use it.

First one dates from about December 1970.

"A voice rang through the jungle. Someone down line was screaming, 'They're eating me!' I wondered if it was anyone who owed me money."

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Noisy Rhysling

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