David Mcarthur

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Oct, 2023

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“The Echo of Songs” by David Mcarthur

Submitted to Contest #285

I used to hum with purpose. My circuits buzzed with the thrill of potential, and my plastic casing gleamed with the promise of a brighter future. Now, I sit forgotten in the corner of a dusty garage, a relic of an era that has long moved on. I am an MP3 player—sleek, compact, and revolutionary in my prime. My body is black and chrome, scratched but resilient. My screen, once vibrant, is now marred with cracks that distort the memory of the songs I once held so dearly. Yet, even in this state, I remember.I remember the first time my owner hel...

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“Shattered Etiquette” by David Mcarthur

Submitted to Contest #219

Once upon a time, in the quaint town of Harmonyville, there lived a man named Theodore Raines. Theodore was an unassuming character, known for his impeccable manners and unwavering adherence to the unwritten social rules that governed the tight-knit community. Harmonyville was a place where tradition and decorum were valued above all else, and its residents prided themselves on maintaining a delicate balance of social harmony. One sunny morning, Theodore received an invitation to the annual Garden Gala, the most prestigious event in Harmon...

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