Aaron Gibson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2020

Stories (3)

3 Stories

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“Vellichor and Daisy” by Aaron Gibson

Submitted to Contest #192

4…3…2…6…click. I grabbed the pair of keys from the small lockbox located with an inconspicuous intention on a small floodlight near the front gate. The wrought iron entryway squeaked good morning as it did each day. The surrounding willows, hugging the faded apartment building, gently waved good morning as they whispered in the crisp, salty air of any typical California morning. I let myself in with ease and made my way up the tamped carpet staircase to the second floor, apartment 29. The recurring appointment had led me her...

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“Ready Again” by Aaron Gibson

Submitted to Contest #113

This is my worst nightmare. It was the first thought that popped into mind when Chase spotted his ex-fiance taking a seat at a small table mere yards away from where he sat.  A tall male helped her take off her coat.  Still facing away, both ‘the ex’, Rita, and her new whatever-he-was-boy-toy had yet to be revealed in their entirety just yet.  It’s funny how winter can hold secrets under coats and hats this way.  The removal of her jacket revealed what Chase had hoped not to ...

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“The Farmer” by Aaron Gibson

Submitted to Contest #110

Whether or not he would ultimately end up being caught was of little to no consequence to Ralph at that moment. At that moment, he was more disappointedly fascinated by the agonizingly decrepit condition of his shoes. The shoes he had worked so hard to buy were covered in tragedy. Deep layers of mud concealed the traces of bloody evidence. The fresh rubber and lace odor had been vanquished within twenty-four hours. The howling of searching sirens and screeching t...

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Author bio

I am currently a 7th-grade grammar/writing teacher. I stumbled across this site while looking for extra credit opportunities for my students. Though I have always held an affinity for writing, it was not my main purpose here. I tell my students that I would never ask them to do anything I haven't done or would not do. To be true to my word, I have submitted to this site and a contest. Having thoroughly enjoyed the experience, I hope to contribute more in the future. Thanks for reading!