I’m putting together a fresh collection of short stories and want a writer who can breathe life into every scene while keeping readers hooked from the opening line to the final word. This is a purely creative writing project—no rigid corporate tone or technical jargon—so feel free to let your imagination loose as long as the plots stay tight, characters feel authentic, and dialogue sounds natural. What I’ll hand over are rough prompts, themes, or sometimes just a single “what-if” question. Your job is to turn each seed into a polished, original short story that can stand on its own. I don’t have an exact word count for every piece, but they should be long enough to build tension and deliver a satisfying payoff without overstaying their welcome. Think magazine-length rather than novella. You’ll need to: • craft engaging openings that hook the reader instantly • develop believable characters and arcs within a compact format • deliver clean, proofread manuscripts in MS Word or Google Docs If we click creatively, there’s room for multiple stories across different genres, so flexibility and a genuine love for storytelling are key. Please include a short sample—published or unpublished—that shows your narrative voice. I’m excited to see what worlds you can create.