Doug Turnbull

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

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“Forget Me Knot” by Doug Turnbull

Submitted to Contest #182

“He’s staying with his wife,” Sasha sobbed, dabbing her eyes. “I’m such a fool!” Amy patted Sasha’s hand, trying to calm her down and perhaps, more importantly, lower her voice. A few customers looked their way. Amy offered the lookers a strained smile. They sat across from each other at a small round table in a tucked away corner of INCANTATIONS. The store was busy today, especially for a Monday. Not that she was complaining. Customers were always good for business. “Drink your tea,” Amy urged. With shaking hands, Sasha manage...

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“Saved” by Doug Turnbull

Submitted to Contest #181

Prey. The thought came to Dwayne suddenly as he stared out the screen door at the front yard. Fine hairs rose on the back of his neck, while his ears perked up, and his hawk-like eyes scanned his surroundings, the trees that bordered his land. “Ellie,” he said to his partner, “we got company.” The roar of an engine and the crunch of gravel under tires reached his ears then. One vehicle it sounded like. How many people? Ellie, in her ratty pink robe, shuffled to stand beside him. She slipped an arm through his and snuggled in close. She...

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“Tried and True” by Doug Turnbull

Cynthia Watkins thought only of winning as she stood under the hot shower spray till the sweat dripped off the edge of her nose. After, she stepped out onto the bathmat. With the palm of her hand, she wiped off the steamed mirror over the vanity. She sighed as her eyes roamed her naked body. Not bad for nearly 50, but getting older sucked. Gravity was a bitch. Her phone alarm chimed and she glanced down at the time display. 5:30 a.m.. Enough contemplating. The pie was ready. Quickly, she threw on her ratty pink bathrob...

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