Greg Gillis

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2019

Stories (167)

167 Stories

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“Fat Tuesday Fright” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #93

           It was February sixteenth, and Kevin was excited to be attending his first ever Mardi Gras parade in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana.            As usual, the crowds in the French Quarter were packed in tight for the Mardi Gras celebrations, so Kevin held tight to his mother’s hand as they neared Dauphine Street. His father walked two paces ahead of them and tried to clear a path so they could inch their way toward the ...

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“Gloom” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #92

           The year is unknown, for the time is difficult to track in the Town of Gloom. Days and nights seem as one. Light has not broken through the darkened skies in several generations.            Most people in the town lead a mundane life wearing clothing that lack bright colors, and instead consist of several shades of grey or black. Many of the townspeople work at the powerplant in town for a very wealthy, yet stingy man by t...

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“Words To Live By” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #91

           He listened carefully, and finally he heard it…            *CLICK*            The last employee had left the library and had locked the door.            “All Clear!” shouted a teenager covered head-to-toe in dirt. His bare feet barely creating a sound as he ran to join his friend, Huck.     &n...

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“The Old Oak Tree” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #90

           Harry and Sharon Gillespie sat on a swing on the West side of their three-acres of land that they called home. It was a beautiful location surrounded by emerald-green grass and flowers of every color imaginable. A winding stream flowed endlessly further to the South and into the dense forest that provided privacy around the property.            The place that they cherished most, however was just fifteen feet from where t...

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“Exit: Stage Left” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #89

           Sarah Willowdale, known better by her stage name, Star Willow, was both nervous and saddened by the night’s performance. Not only was it closing night for the Broadway production, but it was also Star’s final performance forever.            After a booming career on both stage and screen, Star was ready to settle down to a peaceful life without the early morning rehearsals, costume fittings, and paparazzi. She had purchase...

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“Love Conquers All” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #88

           Deep within the kingdom of Willowborough, lived a royal family. The King, His Royal Highness, Sir Charles III, was both respected by the townsfolk and feared by his enemies in far off lands. King Charles was a valiant knight who led his army of soldiers across miles of dangerous lands and eliminated many of the threats to his kingdom.            His wife, Queen Beatrice, was a beautifully radiant woman with golden blonde h...

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“You Can't Fool Me” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #87

           Chester Huffinpuff was known as a practical joker to all his friends, family, and coworkers, but each year on April Fools Day, Chester would be on his guard instead of pulling pranks. He knew that someone was going to try their best to get him back for the jokes he had played on them throughout the rest of the year.            When he awoke on this sunny April first morning, Chester went through his daily routine. As soon ...

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“A Burden to Bear” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #86

           It was a cold afternoon in late December as Ted trudged his way through the deep, wet snow. His heart pounded and his mind raced as he recalled the events that brought him to this moment.           Ted was a quiet man, though he knew that deep inside, a rage was being held at bay. That rage surfaced as Ted returned home from work the previous evening and witnessed his neighbor beating his twelve-year-old son senselessly on...

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“Severn 6201.5” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #85

           That’s the thing about this city…            As strange as it may seem to some, I like it here.            My name is Johnathan. I live here with my mother and father and my older sister, Katelyn. She can be a bit of a pain sometimes, but I guess she is kind of cool at the same time. Katelyn is one of the popular kids in school, so her friends are always stopping by...

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“Life in a Shell” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #84

           As the other side of the world began to panic, Betty and Gabriel were prepared for what was to come. For years, they had been building an underground shelter on their property and had been filling it up with supplies of water, canned goods, batteries, toilet paper, and anything else that they would need to survive for an extended time.            Gabriel was driving home from the construction site where he worked and overh...

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“The Island” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #83

TW: Murder              The sun was shining brightly high in the majestic blue sky. The sand on the beach was white and glittered under the hot sun. Waves crashed upon rocks offshore and the tide carried with it scattered debris along with three people. Their tattered clothes clung tightly to their sea-drenched bodies. Four hours sooner:            “MISTY”, the fifty-four-foot Hatteras fishing yacht, was cruising along at just o...

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“Devices of Destiny” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #82

           The year is 2035, and technology has revolutionized the way that we do things. Many jobs which once put the lives of humans at risk, are now being replaced by Artificially Intelligent robots.            Firefighters no longer need to enter burning buildings in search of victims. Androids can scan a structure for signs of life and retrieve those who are trapped without the use of breathing apparatuses or hoses.  &nbsp...

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“Remembering the Past” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #81

           It had been nearly thirty years since Jacob had been back in his hometown. Winterville was one of those towns that seemed to remain timeless.            As he drove down Main Street and passed Andy’s Barbershop, it felt like he was a teenager again. Andy cut Jacob’s hair since he was a kid, but the last time he saw Andy, was the day before his high school graduation.          &n...

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“Heart of Glass” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #81

           The coffee shop was crowded when Stephanie walked inside. She scanned the room for an empty table and spotted one in the corner.            A waitress approached the table. She looked stressed and it was also noticeable in her tone of voice. With a sigh, she asked, “What can I get you?”            “Just a coffee…Sorry, please make that a tea. Two milk. Thank you.” &nbs...

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“I Give My Heart To You” by Greg Gillis

Submitted to Contest #81

           Rita worked tirelessly preparing a romantic dinner for two. It was the first Valentine’s Day that she and Paul had spent together, and she wanted everything to be perfect.            The night before, Rita and Paul had sat down and watched the classic Disney film, “Lady and the Tramp”, and she felt inspired by the spaghetti scene. She prepared the sauce from an old family recipe that her Grandmother had brought over from t...

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Author bio

Since joining the Reedsy family, I have grown as a writer and challenge myself weekly to improve even further. Perhaps one day I will achieve my goal of having my works published. Until then, I look forward to your comments and criticism. Thank you for your interest.