Jameela Van Der Schyff

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2021

Stories (6)

6 Stories

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“Change of Plans” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #83

I always wanted to book a vacation to a tropical island. However, I never thought that I would land up in such a twisted situation. A situation that would land me with a complete stranger. And one who annoyed me to bits. (Two days ago) I booked a vacation to stay at a hotel in the tropical island of Mauritius. This hotel was a very expensive and elegant hotel which was only available to the rich and famous. I was neither, but I wanted to stay at luxurious hotel and hence experience the Mauritian culture and cuisine. I couldn’t afford the c...

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“We're Just Like Family” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #79

Helen and I were friends since we were babies. Our moms were best friends since high school and in turn we became friends from birth. She was an only child and so was I, so having a sister like her was something I was lucky to have. There was just one issue. I was like her brother. Mom found out she was going to have a son when she was just 4 weeks pregnant for me. Although Mom was overjoyed, Dad was a little angry at having a son. Mom never told me why but maybe I was not meant to be good luck to my father’s family. “Jason, come on. We ha...

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“Collective Hobby: The Strange Vase” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #78

Having a hobby is a good way to pass your free time. It also helped you to discover many different strengths and weaknesses that you had or needed to work on. However, some people didn’t like hobbies and having to do something in their free time made them feel like they were working. At least, that was how my friend felt when I told him to get a hobby. “What’s wrong with a hobby? At least, it gives you something to do when you’re bored.” Hobbies made me feel like I could discover my new passions. As I grew older, I always had a passion in ...

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“Dragons can be pets too” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #78

Everyone loves to have a pet at a certain age in their life. From dogs to cats, snakes to Komodo dragons. Yeah, who would have thought a dangerous reptile such as a Komodo dragon could be a pet? Well, meet my reptile loving, friend Lisa. She went overboard this time. “So, he’s your…pet?” I came over to her house for her birthday, only to find out her new pet is a reptile. And worse, a dangerous, man-eating lizard! “Yeah, isn’t he gorgeous? I named him George. You know, after the heroic knight who slain the dragon?” I just stared at her wit...

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“The Hidden Rooms” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #77

It was snowing heavily outside. Whenever I tried to do my work, the howling wind kept calling me, as if to taunt me. I had an important project that I needed to submit tomorrow, and if I was late or the work was incomplete…my boss would have my head. He wasn’t an easy person to negotiate with and especially if I hadn’t given him the work on time. The only problem was, I was the only person in the office and it was already half past midnight. My brain was too tired and I couldn’t keep my eyes open no matter what I tried. The tapping sounds th...

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“The Journey of a Lifetime” by Jameela Van Der Schyff

Submitted to Contest #76

“Why don't you just read the instruction manual?” Clara insisted. “Perhaps if you won't be too busy with signal hunting, maybe we can find a way to pitch up this tent!” James and Clara had been in a relationship for almost 3 years and the arguments continued to occur over small disagreements.It had been on Clara's 23rd birthday that her loving boyfriend, James, planned to take her out camping for the weekend as he numerously mentioned that she needed to take a holiday. Although, she insisted that she was not in the mood for a holiday, she co...

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Author bio

I have a passion for writing short stories and of various genres. I am currently a Computer Science student and I keep myself busy by writing stories and finding new ways to create an interesting yet beautiful piece of art, just with words.