Daniel R. Hayes

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2020

Stories (63)

63 Stories

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“High-Heeled Princess” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #250

A soft, red petal gently kissed Mesa’s front door and floated in through his mother’s kitchen window like a love bird searching the lands for a new suitor. The warm breeze delivered the delicate parcel to the table just before Mesa could take a bite of his Frosted O’s.“Mama, look what the wind blew in!” Mesa said with a dash of exhilaration. “What is it?”Lola removed the scrambled eggs from the hot stove and brushed them on an empty plate. She turned her attention to Mesa, who was wearing his Ninja Turtles pajamas, and smiled. His black hair...

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“The Field of Crystal Dreams” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #249

(CW: Violence) The aroma of cedarwood and cheap beer filled the air like smoke from a forest fire. Tapping cowboy boots and high-heeled stilettoes matched the raunchy country music blasting from the hi-def speakers in Old Charlie’s Bar. It was a Saturday night, and the place was packed with stressed-out patrons who wanted to let loose and have some fun after a long work week. A sea of flannel shirts, blue jeans, and twirling summer dresses filled the dance floor like one would expect, and every seat at the bar was taken. Framed pictures o...

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“The Christmas Queen” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #229

(CW: Violence, Language, crude humor, blood, comic mischief) A frozen blanket of ice glazed the roads on Fern Street as the Wallace family headed home from a busy day of shopping. The houses were adorned with multi-colored lights, and blow-up decorations were as far as the eye could see. Every door had a festive wreath to showcase the spirit of the season, and carolers sang songs of merr...

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“The Spooky Boogie” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #221

(CW: Violence, crude humor)Halloween is a holiday that everyone knows well because it’s the only time humans and spirits can co-exist. Every year on October thirty-first, the dead rise from their graves and walk among us. The demons crawl out from the shadows because the holy light holds no sway, and even the monsters come out to play.At first, there was bloodshed on both sides, but it didn’t take long for humans to adapt to the annual phenomenon by dressing up in silly costumes to...

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“Lost in Darkness” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #203

(Content Warning: Mild Language and Violence.) Laura Watson awoke from a restless sleep and batted her eyes at the morning sun. She couldn’t see the beautiful beaming rays infiltrating her window, but the warmth cascading on her skin was undeniable. There was no doubt another morning had come her way. Laura didn’t have to worry about adapting to the world because she was born into a lif...

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“Pollyanna” by Daniel R. Hayes

(Content Warning: Graphic Violence, Language, Murder, and Mature Themes.) Time is a wonderful mistress. She can caress your aching bones and brighten your dark complexion with a weary smile. Then when you least expect it, the cold hard bitch can remove all hope and leave you with nothing. Ironic really, but that’s not what life is all about—it’s about changes. ...

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“Maximum Pump” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #201

(Content Warning: Blood, Gore, Violence, Crude Humor, Language.) Tom Lawry slowly wrapped his fingers around a cold black iron bar loaded with five-hundred pounds of solid steel plates and took a deep breath. His heart was pounding, but it wasn’t from the thousands of onlookers in the arena waiting for him to make an appearance. No, it was an overwhelming fear of failing and wha...

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“Oh, Joyous Day!” by Daniel R. Hayes

(Content Warning: Blood, Gore, Violence, Crude Humor, Language.) “Hey!” Alex barked, “be careful with that. You might break it.” Charlie twitched his eyes towards his friend and gingerly placed the pine tree down into the ground. It wasn’t full or bare like most trees kin to the season, but it was something, and that my friends, was better than nothing. I...

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“Good Girl” by Daniel R. Hayes

(Content Warning: Graphic Violence, Blood, Language.) “Everything is changing.” Flora heard Mark’s sarcastic remark as she slid beneath the covers. After fifty-five years of marriage, she was used to his unique brand of derogatory, self-chastising humor. She could see him staring in the bathroom mirror combing through his wispy hair with a look of disdain plast...

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“Text Me Your Love” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #165

(Content Warning: Strong Language, Violence, Murder, Crude Humor.)Jake sat down at the kitchen table and admitted, “This is all my fault.”Sallie rolled her eyes and slammed a porcelain plate into the soapy suds. “You’re damn right it is!”“I’m sorry,” he said, lowering his voice an octave. “I wasn’t thinking right, and I couldn’t help myself.”“Oh, you were thinking alright,” Sallie roared, turning from the sink and pointing her soapy fi...

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“Humorous-Man” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #164

(Content Warning: Language, Violence, Blood, Murder, Crude humor.) “Where I come from, the sun is shining, and the birds are chirping, but this evil place is unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. Nonetheless, a hero must always look on the bright side of things. My mission is of the utmost importance!” The guardians of the black gates looked at each other in be...

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“Something To Write About” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #159

(Content Warning: Language, Suicide, Abuse.) The world is too small for every dream to come true. A pretty odd thing to say when you think about it, but that’s what Kevin’s dad, Earl, told his son growing up. It’s not hard to ruin a child’s youth, all it takes is a little nudge in the wrong direction, and Earl knew all the right places to push. A light...

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“Chasing Dreams! ” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #157

(Content Warning: Violence, Blood, Murder, Language.) The night came crawling in like a lost predator searching for its prey. The beast howled at the moon with blood-lust in its eyes, and for a moment, a quiet hush fell upon the lonely town of Oak Flats, West Virginia. The citizens were tame, but the animal was savagely wild and took what it wanted. In a back a...

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“Off-Centered ” by Daniel R. Hayes

(Content Warning: Violence, Murder, blood, Gore, language.) Anna adjusted her pink mini skirt and smoothed the wrinkles from her matching jacket. Her sun-streaked brown hair was combed just right, and her make-up assistant had just finished applying the last layer of brand-named cosmetics. She reached down, grabbed her bosom, and lifted them just right to show off enough cleavag...

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“There's Something Under Our Bed!” by Daniel R. Hayes

Submitted to Contest #155

(Content Warning: Violence, blood, Gore, Murder, Language, and Crude humor.) In Chesterfield, Oklahoma, Big Jimbo had just finished his shift at the puppy mill and was eager to get home. He put his yellow raincoat on and tucked his curly tail into the convenient waterproof pouch, which he greatly appreciated. Having a wet tail always puts a damper on your evening. ...

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Author bio

Copyright © 2024 Daniel R. Hayes - All Rights Reserved. Using content without written permission is prohibited. Plus, Mr. Macabre will come for you If you try this! 🤪 Hello dear readers, welcome to my page 😃 Current Status: My second novel, "Hot Head" is finished and will be released soon. I can't wait to share it! My first novel, "Tales from Mr. Macabre," is available for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tales-Mr-Macabre-Daniel-Hayes/dp/B0B92RGDSJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=35OL0OCD8WKQ&keywords=tales+from+mr.+macabre&qid=1660283848&sprefix=Tales+from+Mr.+Maca%2Caps%2C942&sr=8-1 I try to write fun and entertaining stories with a twist. My stories may NOT be for everyone, so don't say I didn't warn you! 😉 Check out: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKmYJlgyKyzFGYC7Zqkf2jw https://www.facebook.com/DanielRyanHayes https://twitter.com/DanielRHayes101 https://www.instagram.com/danielrhayes_books/ Please check out my podcast interview with Deidra Lovegren, and Russell Norman on "Read lots Write Lots": https://www.readlotswritelots.com/wp/podcast/episode-06-daniel-hayes/ Also, check out my stories that were featured on After Dark Fairy Talez: https://www.youtube.com/c/AfterDarkFairyTales