Jessica Stradinger

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2024

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“Impulse Control” by Jessica Stradinger

Submitted to Contest #281

Disclaimer: Mild language and sexual nuance.“Where the hell is it?”Nancy was fussing about the kitchen, looking for the wine opener. She crashed through drawers, slamming them shut after nearly taking them off their runners jerking them open. She could feel Thomas was watching from the doorway.“Having fun?” She quipped sarcastically. “Nope, just hoping it'll make you aware there are other people around.”Nancy sighed. She hated when she got like this. It was always over stupid, pointless things, but her whole body would shake with violen...

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“Fairy Tales” by Jessica Stradinger

Submitted to Contest #280

“I don’t know what you’re talking about, sweetheart. There’s nothing there.” Gina was becoming exasperated, but her child was insistent.“I know I saw something, Mom! It looked like a dragonfly, but it was a tiny person. And it flew there, under the TV stand” Lila pointed and stomped her foot in frustration.“Don’t you dare speak to me like that, young lady.” Gina’s eyes narrowed at Lila, which caused the girl to shrink from her previously bold stance.“Sorry, Mommy.” Lila looked down at her red sneakers, using a toe to fidget with the untied l...

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“Why the Zombie Moans” by Jessica Stradinger

Submitted to Contest #279

*Disclaimer* The following story contains moments of violence, gore, and some strong language that may not be suitable for all readers. If it were a movie, I'd rate it PG13. If you enjoy zombie movies, none of this will phase you. If you do not, I recommend trying a different story. Thank you.It was, in fact, a dark and stormy night. And I, I was in a tent. I've camped plenty of times in the rain. It was also normal for me to be alone on my ventures. Yet, somehow, this time felt more exposed. Call it a premonition or a hunch, but it's almost...

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Author bio

I love stories. Genre and medium do not matter, I will devour any form. My hope here is to meet fellow story tellers and share a bit of my own. I have a short story podcast on Spotify called, "Life is Short Stories" and a blog on Medium with stories not featured here. I hope to see you there as I do here. Live long and prosper. ;) https://open.spotify.com/show/054lH2ZHT7bZ3rFdsI0I7U https://medium.com/@paperpennydreadful