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Kaitlyn Wadsworth

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2022

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How not to Write a Novel

Submitted to Contest #323

Here we are in Reedsy, so why isn't this story titled, 'How to become an Author?' An author is a step up from being a writer. It means you have published something. So, if we have entered the competition to any prompt at all, approval to enter means we have been published. The definition of an author is having written a book (e.g. a novel), article, or play. Pat yourselves on the back. You are authors. Most authors don't feel such a sense of accomplishment until they have had a book or novel published, and many do publish their own. This nee...

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I am the One

Submitted to Contest #321

I am the one. Not the chosen one. Not the only one, and certainly not ‘the one’ to solve the mystery of what happened here, so long ago. But I know what took place - all the secrets and all the lies. I am Victoria, an artist and a painter, and my connection to this story runs deep.I grew up not far from here in a vast castle called Saelmere. It has become a tourist attraction for this rural area, and its little town of Beckfourth. It generates thousands of dollars annually, which bolsters the town’s economy. Earlier, the family spared no exp...

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I Don't Know Who I am. It's the Truth

Matthew became painfully aware that he lay face-first in the dirt. He felt no motion of being in a sailing vessel, which relieved him. He tried to move, but a sharp shooting pain in his right shoulder made him cringe in agony. Someone behind him grabbed firm hold of his shoulder and turned him over to face the light of day.“Ow!” He both gasped and shrieked, imagining it was either Olivia, his wife, or Penny, his sister, or maybe Uncle Albert.“Are you alright, Gaby?” was the question asked by the young woman who knelt beside him. He didn’t ga...

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Being AI or not - That is the Question.

Submitted to Contest #312

Percy took his classic, wide-brim, fur felted Panama Hat off the coat stand and popped it on his head before heading out to work. No one at work wore this type of hat, but Percy never followed popular trends. This style had suited his father, especially in winter. Percy simply wasn't a beanie type of guy. He turned to look at his novel coat stand as he closed the door behind him, a smile playing on his lips.Percy enjoyed tinkering and creating things. He had bought a genuine suit of armour and placed it inside the front door of his palatial ...

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The House of Van Severen or 'Room Service Please'

Submitted to Contest #299

The House of Van Severen or 'Room Service Please.'What is 'the house of Van Severen'? Let me explain. Decades ago, an internationally known Dutch/Belgian man named Van Severen became a famous architect and furniture designer. One of his sons, Haans, carries the legacy by designing and selling homewares throughout Europe and the United States. Now, you might be wondering why I'm talking about this. The phrase 'the house of Van Severen' has a special meaning in my family. It's not about the famous architect, but about a series of events that r...

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The Girl with a Secret

Vikky went shopping with Aunt Ruth after school on Thursday. Aunt Ruth chattered excitedly. You’d have thought young Thomas had asked her to be his girl at the school prom. This shopping trip seemed exactly like Ruth’s cup of Earl Grey. Yet, she appeared as overlooked as a solitary ham sandwich in comparison with a plate of tasty hors d’oeuvresHer niece, Vikky, stole the show. She commanded attention from the razor-sharp cut of her long black bob, her crisply pleated miniskirt and knee-high socks, to her chunky, black patent, block-heeled Ma...

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The Mystery of the Altered Artwork

Stuart Kerr entered the Dallas Museum of Art and pretended to look at the exhibits. A crime had been committed. If he could only spot some clues. Later, he intended to look at the camera footage of the display being set up. This would pinpoint if the criminal act occurred offsite or during the early stages. For now, he looked for any missed detail others overlooked as they perused the entries. So far, nothing seemed out of place.Since February 2022, the Museum’s management team has been preparing to run a competition. They chose examples of ...

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Lynley and the Moon Project

Lynley and the Moon ProjectMy name is Lynley. I am eleven and interested in all things biological and scientific.My mother calls me her difficult child. The one who quickly gets distracted or left behind, examining ants on a trail, a spider forming a web, or some other exciting phenomenon. The world around us contains an abundance of interesting plants, insects, and creatures. I like checking them out.I am sitting in a tree, watching a tiny caterpillar measure the leaf he travels over. “Inch worm, inch worm . . .” Stretching out his front le...

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Verity Bounces Back

My boyfriend of five years and I broke up. Laurence and Verity, the two-some who had stuck it out, finally split.We initially believed we were meant to be. Opposites attract, but we set ourselves up for World War 3. Laurence was my type: handsome and confident, never a hair out of place. Male perfection. But I refuse to be taken in again. The minor things drove me crazy. The way to squeeze a toothpaste tube is from the end and replace the lid. He screwed it, alright - twisted to death with the top half off and toothpaste oozing out.&nbs...

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Girl Missing

Submitted to Contest #289

After moving from the nearby city, Fleur Grantham started at Rutherford High School. When Jasmine first saw her, everyone remarked how similar they looked, albeit Fleur has dark hair and bangs while Jasmine slicks back her fair hair into a ponytail. They are both energetic and agile. Jasmine has always been a track, field, and gymnastics enthusiast - running, jumping, and doing anything athletic have been her life pursuits. Fleur has danced for years and loves cheerleading. She quickly signed up to be a cheerleader. Jasmine signed up, too. S...

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Where the Wind Blows

A warm breeze brushed over my exposed skin one balmy evening as I lay in my spa. As the air heats up due to the sun, the air and evaporated moisture rise, leaving a deficit. This needs to be filled, and colder air rushes in as wind. On this occasion, I had no complaints.I luxuriated in my spa, overlooking my beautifully landscaped back garden. My mind wandered back to when we decided to sell our house. After a couple of years of hard work and expense, we had finally refurbished it into a saleable state. My name is Katrina. We wanted to ...

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TEA-rrific

Submitted to Contest #287

Tea-na and Trevor worked together for years. They had a good working relationship. Employer and employee . . . with benefits. Finally, Tea-na left for a full-time job. They met in the city at times by providence, and Trevor would say, 'Lovely to see you. Howz things? Let's stop for a cup of char.*' Mostly, they met by chance, though he always went to the post office at a set time each Friday, and Tea-na went to her favourite butchers close by at around the same time after work. A nearby tearooms beckoned. For them, tea possessed a ...

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Death Becomes Him

Submitted to Contest #285

Death Becomes Him - Flash FictionCaution: This story is about the effect on a child after her parents' breakup.After a leisurely breakfast, Lynley finished reading the Daily Times but returned to the Births and Deaths column—hatches and dispatches, as she often called them. Did she know anyone who had died recently? One name stood out: Eric Peterson.She could never forget him, but who else would remember? A list of Asian names followed, and then the names of his four children. Four first names only. Of course. Everyone would assume they had ...

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The AI Who Came in From the Cold

Submitted to Contest #281

Adam could perceive a frenzy overtaking the people he spoke to in the supermarket and other stores. A cloud of stress and negativity surrounded him in contrast to the crisp nip in the air outside. Outdoors, winter had descended, leaving sunless gloom and bare trees. At the same time, indoors, the escalating heat emanated from the harried activity and strained nerves of the people. He looked around him. They had their shopping trolleys piled sky-high with all manner of edibles from food groups not related to good health. On displays near the ...

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There's Always Another Agenda

Submitted to Contest #280

“I’m getting so excited about the marvelous Anniversary Party I’m organizing for my dear sister Kate and her Fred. You’ll come too, won’t you, Selina? You are my best friend. We’ve invited all her friends and our entire family, minus kids. It's an adult party with alcohol being served. Of course! Fred’s parents, Andy and Ally, will be there as well. It’ll be grand. It’s at the new Crown Plaza. We’ve booked a suite on the top floor. Fantastic view. The lounge is massive and has its own bar. We’ve reserved a gorgeous bedroom and ensuite for th...

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