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Greta Dickerson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2024

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A Story of Courage and Acceptance: Greta's Journey

Greta Dickerson

Submitted to Contest #255

IntroductionIn the heart of Virginia, nestled within a rural community, the year 1965 marked a transformative period of change and turmoil. For Greta Epps, a brave and outspoken young girl, this experience would test her strength, courage, and resilience. As one of the 33 students who chose to integrate into the previously all-white schools of her county, Greta was not just any student—she was an athlete, a daughter of Civil Rights activists, and a rebel with a cause. She and 32 other Black students were trailblazers who sacrificed much to o...

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The Mayor's Secret

Greta Dickerson

Submitted to Contest #254

Chapter 1: The RumorSpringfield was a quaint town, the kind that people thought of when they pictured idyllic American life. Mayor Thomas Hale had been its steadfast leader for over a decade, winning every election with ease due to his commitment to the community and his genuine, approachable demeanor. But as the upcoming election loomed, a dark cloud gathered over his re-election campaign.It started as a whisper. A rumor that Mayor Hale was having an affair with a high-profile businesswoman, Claudia Reynolds, who had recently moved to Sprin...

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