This past week, a lot of the United States has been enduring winter conditions they are not used to. It’s been cold and snowy but we’re used to it so it’s not as big a deal as it is in, say, Texas or Georgia. I’ve lived in cold areas my whole life and maybe because of this, I’ve never considered just how deadly cold weather is. Extreme heat can be fatal but going outside in even slightly cold weather without proper clothes will kill you.

Story Prompt: February 2, 2026

Write a story where cold weather is the antagonist

By antagonist, I mean “the bad guy” in the story. Weather can’t be morally bad since it’s not a person, but it can still be a source of great conflict. Plus, as writers we can personify it and treat it like a character in the story.

If you write a story for this prompt, send me a link to your story on your own site, either in the comments or at info@greenwalledtreehouse.com. You can also submit your story here for a chance to have it published on the site next week.

Have a great week!