POND PAUSE WEEK · 16–22 OCTOBER

Give Daydreamer a line.

Daydreamer and Thinker share a bench by the pond. Thinker asks, “What are you thinking about?” Give Daydreamer a reply in 2–80 characters. You may also add a little context.

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A LITTLE LINE BY THE POND

A small reply can say a lot.

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POND PAUSE WEEK

One little line, sent to the editors.

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A reply for Daydreamer
Just 2–80 characters. A scene note is optional, and no separate title is needed.
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Keep your receipt
No email is required. Keep the receipt to check progress, or sign in to manage the submission in your account.
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Meet after review
Submitting does not mean selection or publication. The editors review each line before any public display.

Keep it original

Use your own words and leave out private details such as phone numbers or addresses. The sharing consent and receipt service still apply.

Write an original line for Daydreamer.

Use 2–80 characters, with an optional scene note. No email is needed.

Please leave out phone numbers, home addresses and other private details.

Save your receipt after submitting. Selected contributions are reviewed and credited before publication.

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Give Daydreamer a line.

A small reply can say a lot.

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