Cheryl Anderson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2022

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“Breathe.Hold.Release.” by Cheryl Anderson

Submitted to Contest #134

“What kind of person stands over their mother’s casket crying in relief that she's dead?” I brushed away tears trying to rid myself of the shameful thoughts. But they kept coming. “I’m so sorry dear,” came a voice and soft hand on my shoulder. It was one of mama’s high school friends. I gave her a hug without uttering a word and turned back to mama’s lifeless body. I’m supposed to honor my father and mother. Since daddy died a few years ago my trips home became less frequent. I knew the pandemic would mean less going out for her so I returne...

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“Made for More” by Cheryl Anderson

Submitted to Contest #132

Prologue “Are you there God? It’s me, Caden.” He was alone in his dressing room about to head out on stage for the last show of his tour. He had performed in over thirty sold-out shows in a little over a month. With little time in between shows, he’d made appearances on morning shows and had done radio promotions. He had managed the month before to perform at three award shows and finish a few songs with other artists. It had been a busy few months and practically no downtime. Despite the screaming audience waiting for him, all he wanted ...

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Author bio

I am a Louisiana native who loves Jesus, walks by faith, not by sight, and will happily live on cupcakes and french fries (if allowed). There is something about the poetry of Tupac and Khalil Gibran that speaks to my soul. I'm an educator with over twenty years of experience as a middle school teacher, librarian, and educational technologist in higher education. I enjoy writing poetry, short stories, children's books, plays, and fiction infused with hope. Writing is like going to therapy for free and taking my dog!