James Morris

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

Stories (22)

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“To Death Do Us Part” by James Morris

The king stood up from his throne, holding a long staff, he raised his arm. The crowded amphitheater went quiet. Two prisoners stood in the middle of the arena; two brothers stood side by side. Guards in their golden armor stood behind each one with their swords drawn in the event someone tried to escape. The two prisoners were covered in sweat from the midday's heat. The aroma of death still lingered in the air from the...

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“A Night In a Graveyard” by James Morris

It was a cool brisk autumn day in the small town of Kingship, Maryland. David and Sam were putting up the final decorations on their home for Halloween that night. It was their first Halloween in the neighborhood since moving in during the summer. “Hi, boys,” said a friendly voice from the edge of the driveway. “Those decorations are looking nice.” “Thanks, Mrs. Henderson,” David said. “A...

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“Orchard of Delusion” by James Morris

Tony and Jen were on their first fall outing as a couple. They had been seeing each other for three months and Jen was the one that suggested apple picking in the local orchard. Tony was more of the city guy that liked concrete under his feet and not dirt and mud. Jen was finally able to convince him when she promised to bake an apple pie with the ones they picked. They agreed that this Saturday would be their adventure ...

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“Ride to Reunion” by James Morris

John was reluctant to go, but he knew he had to face his past to get on with his future. His ten-year high school reunion was going to be awkward, at best. He knew no matter who he ran into at the function, they would judge him only on what they had heard on the news and the rumors from school. The last time the class saw Tina was at his high school graduation. Ironically, that was also the day she got ar...

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“The Truth Realized” by James Morris

Frank sits down at his desk in his home office. He pulls out some paper and his favorite fountain pen. He looks outside his window to the large flower garden that his wife has spent much time growing. He admires all the different types of lilies and chrysanthemums, among others, and the various blooms each one produces. He watches his wife, Wendy, as she meticulously trims one at a time. Frank looks at th...

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“The Return” by James Morris

It had been over thirty years since John had seen Tammy. But now that he was a widower, he thought seeing her again would be nice. Through some clever searches on Google, he knew she was no longer married, either. He stood on the sidewalk across the street facing her house. He was not sure if he would be welcome or not. She may be upset. Especially the way he ended the relationship thirty years ago. <...

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“WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS” by James Morris

Lori laid in the grass in her backyard staring up at the stars. Her mind started to wonder as she thought what the future might hold for her. It was only hours ago that things seemed to be going better than she had ever expected. She had a loving husband and her dream job as a fashion designer. Her new home in the suburbs of Manhattan was the perfect place to start thinking about raising a family. It even...

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