Cole Marshall

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“Watering Hole” by Cole Marshall

Submitted to Contest #191

Desolate. Barren? Sterile… One by one, the words trickled through Otto’s mind each morning as he ambled through the rubble streets of his hometown. Twenty-six years he’d lived here, and he heard the same three words echoing behind the curtain of his subconscious every day of his short life thus far. Still, he could never decide which word most accurately captured the truth of this place. As always, the streets were empty, save the beggars huddled around the watering hole – hoping beyond hope that the long-obsolete building would magically re...

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I've always loved writing, but felt I was more talented as an actor or singer. So I pursued the latter throughout my education. After moving to Los Angeles, I reignited a passion for writing, as well as a confidence in my capabilities. Now I'm back in my hometown, writing every chance I get.