Angela Govender

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2021

Stories (5)

5 Stories

146 karma pts

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“A Christmas Message from Tomorrow” by Angela Govender

Submitted to Contest #284

A Christmas Morning SurpriseSnow fell in soft, silent flakes, draping the city in a luminous blanket that seemed to soften the harsh edges of reality. Layla’s apartment, nestled at the top of an aging building, was cold despite the heat humming faintly from the radiator. She watched the flakes through her cracked window, their delicate descent mirroring the emptiness she felt inside. The scent of pine and roasting chestnuts teased the air, distant echoes of a world celebrating while she remained locked in her solitude. Her small desk was clu...

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“The Frankenstein Is My Charm” by Angela Govender

Submitted to Contest #218

A strong stench of rotten eggs filled the air. As hydrogen sulfide sneakily invaded our lungs, all those commuting with the bus became nauseated. In the 45 minute commute, we were hit with a noisy smell that overpowered our senses, making it feel like a never-ending ride. Fetid, acrid and frowsty! In an effort to ward off our Monday Blues, we entered the bus with huge grins on our faces. Imagine riding in a bus that smelled of rotten eggs on Monday? Who would have thought that this would make for a memorable Monday? Certainly, today is a day...

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“Top tier ‘green flag’ energy” by Angela Govender

Submitted to Contest #209

I first met her at an intercollege competition. The moon's pure white light turned my world ablaze when I saw her. She had a petite figure, a curved waist, and a fair complexion with a beautiful yellow undertone. The thin gold necklace she wore around her neck enhanced her facial features. The hint of gold made her look warm and elegant. Her lush s-shaped eyebrows raised mildly as she took notice of me. We kept interchanging looking at each other. Her eyelashes fluttered while she was staring down at her notebook pensively – mild mascara was...

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“In The Icy Hands of Time” by Angela Govender

Submitted to Contest #124

A gust of wind drove down the valley, grazing my feet. I stood firmly, inhaling a mix of icy wind with nostalgic memories. I felt lethargic and sounded like a panting dog. It was the first path I have ever taken in life that was bestrewed with rocks and not litter. I felt a sense of purity, and I could tell my mind would be cleared after our hike. I could tell I would be able to face whatever happened that day. It is not every day that you get to do things and cross them out your bucket list. All around me were the sweetest of voices whisp...

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“Jacob's hues of darkness” by Angela Govender

Submitted to Contest #120

The reflection of the beautiful night sky made the lake glisten, and it appeared as if a million fireflies lit up the lake. The seductively beautiful night showed off a magically glowing lake with a starlit sky. This would have made the perfect romantic way to pop the question and get Anna to say yes. A wispy ambrosial smell was in the air, with the night sky having adorned herself with the richest of rich diamonds covered in a velvet gown. Could it be this serendipitous moment that I needed all this while? Just when I was at the point of ...

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Author bio

An unwavering optimist, finding magic in the smallest of moments. The beauty of stars and galaxies, the gentle crack of dawn, and the rhythm of poetry are what fuel the soul and spark creativity. Life’s wonders never fail to inspire, transform, and elevate.