Audrey McAlister

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2021

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“The Garden” by Audrey McAlister

“Grow up.” His words felt like a slap in the face. I bit back a gasp on the other end of the phone. I’d heard them before, too many times to count. It was part of growing up with an older brother. But this time they seemed, no they were too harsh. “Take it back.” My voice was little more than a whisper. Jordan snorted, which stung even worse. “Grow up, Maysie. It’s time to let it go.” Let it go? He hung up, leaving me alone in the silence that filled my car. My breathing was ragged, but I wouldn’t let myself cry....

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“Revolutionary” by Audrey McAlister

Submitted to Contest #79

I can never trust anyone again. I know that now. I will never forget the pain of betrayal. My name is Jaylen Rivers. I am thirteen years old. I was born in Ewonne, the seventh realm, though I do not live there now. I write this from a military encampment. I have been thrust into war. Here is my story… My parents were all I thought I had, until last year. They were the brightest inventors of our time. The emperor of the seven realms called them to forge weapons for his own power a...

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“Colonel Higgins” by Audrey McAlister

Submitted to Contest #78

“You’re kidding - she left you a monkey?” I hesitated, searching my husband’s bewildered face. Would he believe me? “Well, technically it’s a lemur.” “A lemur. Great. And where are we going to keep said lemur?” At least he believed me. “His cage is part of the package,” I explained. “We can’t donate it to a zoo?” “Will,” I said firmly, putting my hand on his shoulder. “Gran loved this lemur. Now we have to love it for her.” He ran his fingers through his red hair and nodded, sighing.&nbs...

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