Gilbert Castaneda

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2023

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“Cacao” by Gilbert Castaneda

Submitted to Contest #226

Lee was holding a foreign object in his hand. The object was rectangular and although it was sold he felt that he could snap it at any moment. He wondered how something so brittle could be desired by many. He studied the item with close intent. On the outside was a bright purple wrapper that had a striking font. Anybody passing by this object would stop and inspect it just as he had. He peeled away the outer paper to reveal a leaf of aluminum underneath. Why was there another layer to go through? Surely this was something special, no? Slowly...

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“Tuesday” by Gilbert Castaneda

Submitted to Contest #224

Today is the day I am going to die. I didn’t need to set an alarm to wake up early today - my mind was already prepared to do so for weeks. People live everyday not knowing when they will leave this earth. Most hope for a long life that is filled with joyous occasions, lived experiences, and a legacy to leave behind. Children, notoriety, a career - all are things that leave a legacy. My legacy was that I knew the exact date, time, and manner in which I will meet my end.It was a Tuesday. Another unremarkable Tuesday. This day of the week is a...

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