Have you ever had to give someone bad news? Even worse, maybe you had to give it to a whole group at once. I had to do that recently, and it wasn’t fun. There is a whole range of emotions people go through when getting bad news, from shock to anger, to grief, depending on the severity of the news and the rest of the context (anything from “we’re currently out of fries” to “it’s cancer”).

Story Prompt: March 2, 2026

Write a story about giving someone bad news

This can be a heavy one so remember that this prompt does not have to be serious. It can be silly or absurd if the stakes are very low. Like all prompts, there is no requirement about the subject or tone; that is up to you and your imagination.

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. Remember to set your clock ahead next Sunday, if you live somewhere that still has to do that.