Jordan Tyler

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2024

Stories (4)

4 Stories

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“Ex Best Friend” by Jordan Tyler

Submitted to Contest #238

The dark purple, deep bags under the twenty-six-year-old's eyes pulse as they sink deeper. With the speed of light and the lucidity of a lifetime, the trauma of his teenage years replayed in front of him before he could blink twice. “Oh, G-d… no,” Mike whispered.  Horrified, he lengthens his strides in an uncomfortable attempt to walk a little faster, as if he were walking on cinders to please a mad king.  “Okay, it’s okay. Stay cool, Mike. Maybe he hasn't seen you yet. Quick, hit the vape over your shoulder. He won’t recognize you...

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“There's No Such Thing As Love” by Jordan Tyler

Submitted to Contest #237

“Dude, tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and you don’t have a date again. Why don’t you text Sabrina or Abbey and just get a coffee or something? Just one cup. It could be fun!” “Hell nah, dude. Last time I went out with Abbey, she vented about work for two hours. I don’t want to be trauma-dumped on, again. Sabrina just wants to fuck and then kick me out. She already texted me earlier. I’m not about to be used again.” “Or… She could just want to get some food and talk because she’s into your personality, too…” “No way, man. It’s definitely not lik...

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“Retro Remorse” by Jordan Tyler

Submitted to Contest #236

(Potentially triggering to those who grew up bullied or in toxic households) My heart skips a beat as I pass the window showcasing the retro, cardboard cutout of my once favorited, blue, little speedster: Sonic the Hedgehog. I was giddy with excitement as if I were once again six years old unwrapping the game’s box for the first time. That is until a sharp, stabbing pain in my side knocked the smil...

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“Running for Good” by Jordan Tyler

Submitted to Contest #235

Howling laughter turns into screams as the young robber is met with a brick wall on the other side of the thorn bushes that he was sure would lead to his freedom. What should’ve been another easy heist has suddenly turned awry. How was he to know that the old shop keeper would be coming back early from vacation? How could he have ever predicted he’d injure his hip walking off of the plane and have to r...

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Author bio

Being a very slow reader, I wrote a lot. Now, I'm trying to make a lasting mark with it. Feel free to leave any feedback- I'm always trying to improve! I hope you enjoy :)