Janice L

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2021

Stories (3)

3 Stories

13 karma pts

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“Nails” by Janice L

[TW: Suicide]Have you ever watched someone die? It happened last fall when I first enrolled in the music school. I saw him every single weekend there. He was impossible to miss: as his music was absolutely, always, unforgettable. It was as though every time he touched the keys, he caressed the very soul of the music the original musician had written. He always performed in a way that imprinted his prideful yet solemn melodies through his long and slender fingers on the ivory keys, which seemed to shape its careful mold around his very f...

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“The Dreams of Hyung and I” by Janice L

Quick note: The word "Hyung" is mentioned a lot. This word is the Korean formal way of referring to an older guy (if you are also a guy). "Hey, Hyung," I found my older brother sitting outside on the patio illuminated with gold. The old lightbulb flickered above him, and some moths shoved their bodies frantically to the hot, burning light, which kept away the mosquitos and the darkness of the night. "Huh," he turned around in disarray. His sharp eyes melted into a soft gaze. He passed me a can of beer. "What are you doing out here?" ...

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“Reverie (And a Happy New Year)” by Janice L

Submitted to Contest #75

When the ball drops at twelve, the whole world will erupt into a frenzy of fireworks, alcohol, and happiness. The excitement fills the air in every home and heart in the neighborhood. "Welcome!" my neighbor smiles. Her face is contorted by her colorful festive lights, sculpting her bright and cheerful smile. "Happy almost New Year!" She takes my gift of wine out of my hands and gestures her hands into her already bustling New Year's party. "I'm so glad you and your boyfriend could make it. Come on in!" We carefully put our shoes next t...

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Author bio

I am a student trying to build writing experience and a repertoire.