Jacob Reed

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2020

Stories (2)

2 Stories

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“Trains, Trees and an Old Man” by Jacob Reed

Submitted to Contest #90

“Excuse me, sir. This is my stop.” ‘Excuse me’ was merely a courtesy on these trains. What people really meant was ‘I will do anything it takes to get to that door, even at your expense.’ “Sorry about that.” He pushed his way through the crowd of commuters and tourists to the door, before disappearing into the awaiting masses in the corridor beyond. Near the back of the car I was riding in was an elderly man watching the passengers wrestle for position. I had seen him before, never paying him much attention, but today was a leisure ...

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“Two Minutes” by Jacob Reed

Submitted to Contest #89

Walking among a large group of zombies in suits and business attire, Tim was absorbed in himself completely. All was silent except for the dull thrum of traffic passing the workers by, and the sound produced by his earbuds. He was listening to one of his favorite talk shows discussing the mechanics and specs of today’s hottest sports cars. Tim knew that he would never be able to afford one, but who can stop a man from dreaming? Time was precious to this young man. During his childhood, Tim’s father had reinforced over and over the importa...

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