'The Writing Game' Preview

    "It's been about three months since I came to stay with my aunt and uncle and was introduced to Max, who lives nearby, since apparently I needed some "real" friends. From there, Max's rather strange dad showed me "The Writing Game." He and Max told me that when you play this game, almost anything you write can come true. I know I was sent to be with my Aunt and Uncle so I could learn how to work hard and learn more about how the real world works, but I couldn't help myself, you know? I'd had enough of the real world, with my friend dying and my parents not seeming to want me around. At first I hadn't thought writing something down and having it come true would solve much of my problems, but now I keep thinking about whether this has done me more good or harm. Once I picked up that special pen and tablet that day, it turned out to be one of most thrilling and fun experiences I'd ever had. But now I'm starting to despise this game, since I just don't know about Max or whose side he's on anymore. But yet I just can't make myself leave. 

    My aunt and uncle can't know I do this, because they would just make me quit. They would say I needed help. But I can't quit. It's too late for that now. I HAVE to know how this will all end, or I'll spend the rest of my life wondering about it. Some nights I have to stifle the tears I cry thinking about it, but that's okay. This is just a game after all...right?"