Allison Cellura

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2020

Stories (3)

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“Lucky Number 13” by Allison Cellura

Determination. Resolution. Termination.On the steaming, rain-covered road, his signature sunglasses lie, the only clue to his identity. The bold yellow crime scene tape flutters in the balmy breeze, casting eerie shadows across the area. The hazy air undulates like vapor and dances across the skin like tiny flames. Observers might notice the women standing together nearby, sharing glances mixed with relief and perseverance. It's bittersweet: the senseless brutality, the trail of bodies, and now, finally, the conclusion. For once, there ...

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“Unwritten Pages” by Allison Cellura

Submitted to Contest #261

Day 1: So, a gratitude journal is supposed to make me feel better? Fine. Here's my first entry: GO FUCK YOURSELF!!Day 2: Seriously? Writing instead of talking during therapy? Feels like a punishment. Great, another reminder of how much my life sucks right now.Day 3: So now, daily prompts? Whatever, it's easier than pulling this shit out of thin air. Today's prompt: Describe a random act of kindness you saw. Val, the therapy dog, knew who needed her today. She sat with the quiet girl, who smiled for the first time sin...

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“The Unwelcome Intruder” by Allison Cellura

Submitted to Contest #260

“What was that?”Allison’s head snaps from her monitor, the screen's glow casting eerie shadows across her face. She freezes, ears straining to detect any sound beyond the steady hum of her computer. The silence is oppressive, broken only by the rhythmic ticking of the clock on the wall. The air becomes colder, prickling her skin as she listens intently. She has been alone in her one-story bungalow, or so she thought.Did she hear something? Or was it the cats? It doesn’t sound like them, but sometimes they get into mischief. Kitty and Kat sau...

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Author bio

I’m a wife, mother, and educator. I’ve always enjoyed writing stories for fun. I decided it was time to see if I have any actual talent🤞🏼 I’m also trying to teach my children and students that’s it’s okay to put yourself out there and take risks. Good luck to all!