Jay Dillon

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Sep, 2024

Stories (5)

5 Stories

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“The Weight of Dirt” by Jay Dillon

Submitted to Contest #275

There’s a split second—just a heartbeat, really—when I feel weightless, hanging in the air like a bird without wings. The world around me is moving, spinning in slow motion, glass shards glinting like stars. I see the road rushing up toward me, asphalt rough and dark, illuminated by the fading sunlight. In that final moment, I remember thinking, So this is how it ends?I don’t feel the impact. I hear it, a wet, sickening thud, the crunch of bones and metal and flesh, but the pain doesn’t hit. My body crumples into a heap against the pavement,...

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“In My Shadow” by Jay Dillon

Submitted to Contest #271

Elliot sat in his usual seat on the subway, the one near the doors where he could lean his head against the cold window. The rhythmic clacking of the tracks always helped him escape his thoughts for a few moments, a brief reprieve from the monotony of his days. The train rocked back and forth, lulling him into a near-daze.As the train slowed at the next station, Elliot glanced up and saw the doors slide open. That’s when he noticed him, the man at the far end of the car.At first, Elliot thought nothing of it. Another face in the crowd, anoth...

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“Gull's Haven” by Jay Dillon

Submitted to Contest #269

The plane landed in Seattle at exactly four o’clock. I woke up with a jolt as the wheels hit the tarmac. Seattle. I wasn’t a fan. It rained too much. But the money was good, and rent was overdue.I had it all planned out: get off the plane, grab my bags, snag a rental car, and drive two hours south to Gull’s Haven, a tiny, forgotten town that wasn’t even a blip on most people’s maps. The drive wouldn’t be difficult, long stretches of road, bordered by dense, rain-soaked forest. It matched my mood perfectly.Gull’s Haven wasn’t exactly a thrill...

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“The Devil's Coin” by Jay Dillon

Submitted to Contest #268

I started my journey early in the morning, feeling a mix of excitement and uncertainty. This was my first road trip alone, driving from Virginia to Florida. My destination was Daytona Beach, a place I'd heard was great for meeting people, especially girls. My parents thought I was taking time off before deciding on college, but the truth was, I needed a break. After four grueling years of high school, I craved freedom and maybe a bit of adventure."Here's your MapQuest directions," Dad said, handing me a stack of printed pages. "And if you ge...

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“The Infinite Phantasm” by Jay Dillon

Submitted to Contest #266

The day started like any other. I woke to the sound of Steve Miller’s "The Joker," the opening drumbeat sending a jolt through my spine. I jumped out of bed, ready to tackle the day. I’m a writer, a damn good one, and this damn good writer has deadlines.After going through the usual routine of bathroom, breakfast, teeth and shower, I sat down to return to the chapter I’d left unfinished. It gnawed at me all night and I was eager to dive back in. Writing was my passion, my religion. It wasn’t easy and it sure as hell didn’t pay well but this ...

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Author bio

Just some wild guy lookin to write some wild stories. Do not be afraid to give harsh feedback. My goal is to improve my writing. I am not afraid to hear the truth so do your worst. I promise, I will not take it personally.