Christina Martinez

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2022

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“Thanksgiving Dinner” by Christina Martinez

Submitted to Contest #278

[Trigger Warning: Contains mentions of substance abuse (alcohol), some gore/threats of physical violence]As Delia looked around the room she knew this night would be long. Dad had already started drinking, 'How Deep Is Your Love” blaring from the old speaker. She found her place on the side of the dining table and prepared a plate. Thanksgiving was the only time they ever ate together, her siblings would soon file in the home. Denise, Mary, and Josh. “Sooo how’s school going?” Denise awkwardly asked. “Good” Delia replied. That was a lie...

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