Charles Karalee Ratliff

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Sep, 2023

Stories (3)

3 Stories

58 karma pts

?

“Un-victorious Victory” by Charles Karalee Ratliff

Submitted to Contest #246

The light crested on the horizon beyond the fields and trees. Sunset scenery encompassed the very essence of beauty in Veronica’s vision. Her days ended verily on the cusp of the magnificent departure of the sun. Yet, as this exit of exquisiteness fell to the darkened night sky, her mood was not enlightened, but sorrowed. James would never again see such wonders and it was all her fault.“I see you. Don’t think that I don’t.” James peered cautiously around the corner of the building seeking his tag nemesis. He was going to be victorious again...

3 comments 3
Read story

“Courageous Expectations” by Charles Karalee Ratliff

Submitted to Contest #231

Samantha sat beneath the tall and aged oak tree with her notebook clutched tightly to her chest. The breeze blew gently across her brow. The coverage of the tree protected her from the high sun. This was the most important day of her life. Today is the day she finds out if all of her hard work pays off. Today, she finds out if the internship will be awarded to her … or to Tabitha … a not as talented but more likable personality. The announcement was to be made later this afternoon, Samantha sat on the ground recalling each step that she made...

2 comments 2
Read story

“Forever Not” by Charles Karalee Ratliff

Submitted to Contest #217

Forever Not The morning hue was magnificent with voracious and vibrant colors. A light and misty fog grazed over the field of sunflowers. A late resting owl swooped down into the field to catch his breakfast. Songbirds were singing a delightful melody of peace and joy. The morning was fresh and inviting. However, Anton was not happy. He could not find any pleasure from the beauty that was right before him. Always before, when he came to this place, his spirit was refreshed and rejuvenated, but not today. He had hoped that by coming to this...

0 comments 0
Read story

Author bio

Charles Karalee Ratliff has not written a bio yet!