Jason Abshire

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2021

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4 Stories

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“Time Heals Nothing” by Jason Abshire

Submitted to Contest #185

It had been six years since they last felt each other's touch. There were a few phone calls here and there, but never any chance of intimacy—but there was a time. Their existence now was a shell of their once sultry passion. Jim met his future bride, Renee, near the end of his time in college. She was young, intelligent, and if you...

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“An Exercise in Listening” by Jason Abshire

Kyle sat laser focused on the door to his closet or what he thought to be the gates of Hell. He was certain he had heard it creak. He paused. All was silent. There was only a slight whistle that came from his nose as he exhaled intermittently—this was done with purpose so as not to alert whatever in the hell was in his closet. Kyle had learned that if he focused his sight in a particular manner, the darkness would subside and at a minimum, he could make out silhouettes of the objects contained therein. In an instant, the sha...

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“The Little Man” by Jason Abshire

Submitted to Contest #180

In South Louisiana, fishing is more than a pastime, it’s a time-honored tradition, and way of life. It’s core to many a Cajun's existence. Cajuns set out in their bateaus and pirogues and traverse the swamps, marshes, and bayous incessantly. Their purpose, to harvest fish and other aquatic yummies, such as crawfish, crabs, and shrimp—this stands as many Cajun’s income. Pierre, a...

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“Black Kettle” by Jason Abshire

Submitted to Contest #160

Kettle whistled as he made his way up the path–the same that had brought water to the house for over one hundred years. He was already crouching from years of beatings and even as a young man he was starting to show wear. Eighteen years a slave had taken not only his spirit, but also any chance at a normal life. With nothing but a couple of rolls and two squares of salted meats, he set out into the night with...

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Author bio

I matriculated at Louisiana State University, in anthropology. My writing talents, at a professional level, have been relegated to the field of urban planning and other technical writing. I have a two volume set of short stories and a comical book for parenting in the works. My publications have been limited to a couple periodicals, newspapers, and mention from peers. My hobbies are endless but limited in discipline. I enjoy fly fishing, kayaking, camping, running, and hiking. But when I'm sitting still there is usually a guitar, book, or pen and paper in hand. I hope you enjoy my contributions here. I have read some of the other contributors' works and they range from pretty good to amazing. It’s nice to be in the company of other writers and know they appreciate your efforts as much as you do theirs because we are both slaves to the labors of our love. Cheers, Jason Abshire