Awry

Write about a situation in which plans go awry, leading to disastrous consequences. Did you go to college anticipating success, only to flunk out? Does a character fall in love with the wrong person, leading to a difficult breakup?

Author:
Jess Zafarris
Publish date:
Sep 18, 2018

Weekly Writing Prompt: Awry

Write about a situation in which plans go awry, leading to disastrous consequences. Did you go to college anticipating success, only to flunk out? Does a character fall in love with the wrong person, leading to a difficult breakup?

Post your response in the comments in 500 words or fewer.

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