Becky Dickson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Sep, 2024

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“The Ridgeway” by Becky Dickson

Submitted to Contest #271

The Ridgeway It was a miserable night to be out in it. The Ridgeway path snaked out in front of them, endlessly, bloated with rain and muck like a dirty slug found crawling on its belly in the garden. The wind had been howling with a brutal disregard for anything it came near, it blew with aggression as though it wanted only to hurt, only to freeze, only to slice. There was no part of John that was not wet, or so he came to believe. He no longer walked with a confident and brisk step, he squelched with all the dread of a man emerging from a ...

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“Pearls” by Becky Dickson

Submitted to Contest #269

The day had not started well. Rose had been in a terrible mood and had slapped Lucy twice on the face and once on the arm.Lucy bore it as best she could, she had been a servant for House Griffiths since she was 8. She’d started out in the kitchens before her hard work (And for that read ‘her ability to survive the vileness of Mistress Bellows) had seen her ‘promoted’ to house maid, where she seemed to spend an inordinate amount of time cleaning ashes from various grates, and finally to the very prestigious role as Personal Maid to Lady Griff...

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Author bio

Becky Dickson is a burgeoning writer with a passion for weaving spine-chilling tales that blur the line between the supernatural and the psychological. With a background in literature studies, she draws inspiration from classic ghost stories while infusing her work with modern themes and fresh perspectives. Becky's debut collection of short stories, explores the haunting echoes of the past and the fears that linger in the shadows. When she’s not crafting eerie narratives, she can be found exploring abandoned places or curled up with a classic horror novel, always seeking the next thrill to inspire her writing. Becky's unique voice and innovative ideas are set to make her a standout in the world of contemporary horror.