Cryptids: Creatures of Mystery
Write a creepy story about a run-in with a cryptid (Sasquatch, Mothman, Jersey Devil, etc.)
Ended November 1, 2021 • 3 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Paranormal Witness
Have you ever encountered something paranormal before? Ever saw a ghost? Ever witnessed a cryptid such as Bigfoot or the Mothman or the Michigan Dogman? Fill free to share your story.
Ended November 1, 2021 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Spooky stories around the campfire!
Write your own ghost story to tell around the campfire.
Ended November 1, 2021 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
These woods are haunted.
Write a spine-chilling story about an encounter in the woods. Ghosts, ghouls, monsters, whatever you want. Fiction or truth is welcome.
Ended September 26, 2021 • 4 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
"Now, I'm not a very superstitious person but..."
dialogue prompt. good for scenes, short stories, and poems. interpret however you like but make sure it's ~creepy~
Ended August 23, 2021 • 1 Entry • Created by darknight in Paranormal
Angels and Demons... in love!
Write a poem or short story with this premise: an angel and a demon in love.
Ended February 15, 2021 • 5 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Who dunnit?
Okey~ this can be a work of mystery— with a dash of creepy- & somethin’ goin’ down, maybe someone dies ‘n’ come back as a ghost to haunt the one who dunnit.
So, you could be the 1 who’s being haunted OR the person who has to figure out who dunnit.
Hmm, or even share both sides of the person being haunted, plus the one figuring out who
Any writing format/style goes. Looking forward to catch and sink myself into the tales, mysteries and stories weaved.
Please tag me @Mnezz for the paranormal entries. I’ll appreciate it.
Thanks! <3 #ReadytoFallintothestories :)
Ended November 1, 2020 • 2 Entries • Created by Mnezz in Paranormal
Quarantine: Haunted Edition
Idea based off a new horror film titled "Host". Write about spending Quarantine some place only to realize that place is haunted by ghosts/spirits/demons/etc.
Ended September 12, 2020 • 3 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Anyone got any ghost stories to share?
True or fiction accepted here.
Ended March 23, 2020 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
The endless hallway...
Write about being trapped or walking into a hallway with no end. No matter how far you go, the end is still far away, and there are doors on either side as you go. Maybe there is something or someone with you, maybe you are all alone. You can play the game that inspired this challenge for your own inspiration if you like. https://theghostinmymachine.com/2015/01/14/the-most-dangerous-games-the-doors-of-your-mind/
Ended December 31, 2019 • 1 Entry • Created by dominospice in Paranormal
Write About: YOUR BELIEFS/PERSPECTIVE REGARDING THE 'PARANORMAL'
(((RULES))) (1) Your submission MUST BE about YOUR BELIEFS regarding the Paranormal. Paranormal = events or phenomena that are typically considered beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding... (2) This challenge is otherwise open to interpretation. :-) ............................................ This is another challenge I've created our of a curiosity and desire to read/learn about other perspectives on this topic, that aren't mine. I thank you for sharing of yourself through writing!
Ended January 13, 2020 • 1 Entry • Created by another_proser in Paranormal
Paranormal Portal's 50th Challenge
Write a bone-chilling ghost story in 50 words or less.
Ended November 1, 2019 • 32 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Has anyone here on Prose had an experience with the paranormal? Please share here.
Actual haunted houses, haunted graveyards, demonic possessions, anything at all? Winner goes to the most convincing.
Ended October 26, 2019 • 15 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Ghosts out and about on Halloween night.
Prose or poetry accepted.
Ended October 26, 2019 • 1 Entry • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
Friends For (After)life
Use this as the prompt for your story or poem or whatever.
Ended July 31, 2019 • 4 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
A skeptical journalist travels to the outskirts of Cornwall, UK, following reports of cult activity near a secluded and abandoned church. The journalist's beliefs are put to the test upon discovering the cult is trying to bring forth a nocturnal nightmare known as the Owlman. This is the story.
Any style or format as you so choose. Any genre of your choice too (although, personally, I would like to see something with horror, but it's still up to you how you wish to write it). 700 words max. This time around, I will be choosing a winner for the challenge. My pick for the winning entry will be based on correct spelling, proper grammar and sentence structure, and how well the entry fits the prompt. The winner will receive an original drawing by me for their post. For those unfamiliar with the topic, a post will be made to help give you information and a visual for your entry. You will find it in the Paranormal Portal or on my profile page. A link will be provided soon. If you have any questions, please fill free to ask any time and tag me too. Happy writing.
Ended May 12, 2019 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
A small group of teenagers are taking a stroll one night to Old Alton Bridge, located outside of Denton, Texas. One of them is then dared to walk across it alone. It's all fun and games until they come face to face with a demonic entity, the Goatman, that is said to claim that bridge as its domain. This is their story.
Any style or format as you so choose. Any genre of your choice too (although, personally, I would like to see something with horror, but it's still up to you how you wish to write it). 700 words max. This time around, I will be choosing a winner for the challenge. My pick for the winning entry will be based on correct spelling, proper grammar and sentence structure, and how well the entry fits the prompt. The winner will receive an original drawing by me for their post. For those unfamiliar with the topic, a post will be made to help give you information and a visual for your entry. You will find it in the Paranormal Portal or on my profile page. A link will be provided soon. If you have any questions, please fill free to ask any time and tag me too. Happy writing.
Ended May 12, 2019 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
A fun African jungle river cruise suddenly becomes a fight for survival as a riverboat enters the territory of the Mokele-mbembe. This is their story.
Any style or format as you so choose. Any genre of your choice too (although, personally, I would like to see something with horror, but it's still up to you how you wish to write it). 700 words max. This time around, I will be choosing a winner for the challenge. My pick for the winning entry will be based on correct spelling, proper grammar and sentence structure, and how well the entry fits the prompt. The winner will receive an original drawing by me for their post. For those unfamiliar with the topic, a post will be made to help give you information and a visual for your entry. You will find it in the Paranormal Portal or on my profile page. A link will be provided soon. If you have any questions, please fill free to ask any time and tag me too. Happy writing.
Ended May 12, 2019 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
A lone hunter treks through the Wisconsin woods, only to realize that something else is on the hunt too. A werewolf like creature the locals call the Beast of Bray Road. It then becomes a game of cat-and-mouse to see which becomes the hunter and the hunted. This is the story.
Any style or format as you so choose. Any genre of your choice too (although, personally, I would like to see something with horror, but it's still up to you how you wish to write it). 700 words max. This time around, I will be choosing a winner for the challenge. My pick for the winning entry will be based on correct spelling, proper grammar and sentence structure, and how well the entry fits the prompt. The winner will receive an original drawing by me for their post. For those unfamiliar with the topic, a post will be made to help give you information and a visual for your entry. You will find it in the Paranormal Portal or on my profile page. A link will be provided soon. If you have any questions, please fill free to ask any time and tag me too. Happy writing.
Ended May 12, 2019 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal
A couple wishes to celebrate their first wedding anniversary by climbing the Himalayas. Their love-filled adventure is cut short when a snowstorm hits and they lost track of their guide. But suddenly, something moves through the cold winds. It isn't the guide, or a rescue team, but the legendary Yeti itself. This is their story.
Any style or format as you so choose. Any genre of your choice too (although, personally, I would like to see something with horror, but it's still up to you how you wish to write it). 700 words max. This time around, I will be choosing a winner for the challenge. My pick for the winning entry will be based on correct spelling, proper grammar and sentence structure, and how well the entry fits the prompt. The winner will receive an original drawing by me for their post. For those unfamiliar with the topic, a post will be made to help give you information and a visual for your entry. You will find it in the Paranormal Portal or on my profile page. A link will be provided soon. If you have any questions, please fill free to ask any time and tag me too. Happy writing.
Ended May 12, 2019 • 0 Entries • Created by Harry_Situation in Paranormal